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Master every facet of audio-for-film, from on-set recording and dialogue cleanup to final mixing and scoring.
[Mark Edward Lewis delivers the most comprehensive audio-for-film course ever created. Spanning over 86 hours, this curriculum covers the entire post-production pipeline, ensuring you can record, edit, fix, and mix professional-grade sound for any cinematic project.]
🎯 What you’ll learn
Complete on-set recording workflows and microphone selection
Advanced dialogue cleanup using iZotope RX and Adobe Audition
Foley recording, layering, and sound effects design
Music spotting, composition, and integration
Final mixing, mastering, and export standards for cinema and web
✅ Requirements
Skills: Basic understanding of audio editing, familiarity with DAWs, and basic musical theory for spotting.
Tools:Microphones (shotgun, lavalier), boom pole, recording interface, headphones for monitoring.
Hardware: Computer capable of running iZotope RX and Adobe Audition without latency, sufficient storage for high-resolution audio files.
📝 Description
This course is a deep dive into the world of audio-for-film, taught by industry veteran Mark Edward Lewis. You will learn the entire pipeline, starting with on-set recording techniques to capture the best possible source material. The course emphasizes that good sound starts on set, not in the post-production suite.
From there, you’ll tackle the messy reality of post-production. You will learn how to use iZotope RX and Adobe Audition to clean up dialogue, remove noise, and fix phase issues. The curriculum includes extensive modules on sound effects design, including how to record and layer foley to bring scenes to life.
Finally, you will master the art of mixing. Learn how to balance dialogue, music, and effects, manage loudness standards for different platforms, and create immersive soundscapes that support the narrative. This is not just about technical skills; it’s about developing the ear and mindset of a professional sound mixer.
🧑🎓 Who this course is for
Aspiring sound engineers and audio post-production specialists.
Filmmakers and directors who want to take control of their project’s audio quality.
Sound designers looking to expand their toolkit with advanced foley and SFX techniques.
Anyone interested in the technical and creative aspects of film audio.
🧑🏫 About the Author
Mark Edward Lewis is a renowned audio engineer and educator with decades of experience in the film industry. He has worked on numerous major productions and is known for his practical, no-nonsense approach to audio post-production. His teaching style focuses on real-world scenarios and solving common problems faced by professionals in the field.
🏁 Final Result
A portfolio-ready sound mix for a short film or scene, demonstrating proficiency in recording, editing, and mixing.
A comprehensive understanding of audio workflows from capture to delivery.
The ability to create professional-grade sound effects and foley tracks.
Expertise in using industry-standard tools like iZotope RX and Pro Tools for dialogue cleanup and mixing.
Curriculum
📋 Course content
Module 1:Recording (Process, Perfection, and Purpose)
Recording: Process, Perfection, and Purpose1:36
Recording: Rules of Recording1:59
Recording: Microphones & Other Weapons0:39
Recording: Lavaliers and Other Munitions0:46
Recording: Sonic Booms & Advanced Microphone Techniques1:05
Recording: Recorders, Roll Sound, Now What?1:08
Recording: Solving Issues on Set1:05
Recording: The Review0:08
Recording: Shoot the Scenes0:10
How Microphones are Made1:01
Module 2:Edit (Advanced Editing & SFX Basics)
Edit: Advanced Editing I1:25
Edit: Advanced Editing II1:21
Edit: Advanced Editing III0:52
Edit: Final Edit2:08
Edit: Export1:33
Edit: SFX Editing Basics0:25
Module 3:Fix (Resurrecting Dead Audio)
Fix: Resurrecting Dead Audio Basics1:21
Fix: Killing the Noise and Artifacts I1:07
Fix: Killing the Noise and Artifacts II1:28
Fix: Advanced Dialogue Cleanup I1:03
Fix: Advanced Dialogue Cleanup II0:54
Fix: Multiple Issues, Multiple Solutions1:12
Fix: Dialogue to the Cleaners I0:58
Fix: Dialogue to the Cleaners II0:47
Fix: Dialogue to the Cleaners III0:52
Fix: ADR Recording & Revolution0:39
Fix: ADR Mixing1:04
Fix: Dialogue Editing, Mixing & Export I1:03
Fix: Dialogue Editing, Mixing & Export II0:52
Fix: Dialogue Editing, Mixing & Export III1:05
Fix: Killing the Noise & Artifacts in Adobe Audition0:59
Module 4:Effects (Foley, SFX, and Ambiences)
Effects: An Intro to Sound Effects1:08
Effects: Foley, Folks and Fun1:31
Effects: Tips, Tricks and Terror1:41
Effects: Loop Groups0:49
Effects: Sound Effects Recording0:55
Effects: Advanced Microphone Techniques1:10
Effects: Basic Crunching of Recorded SFX1:20
Effects: Advanced Crunching of Recorded SFX1:04
Effects: Misusing Software for the Best Result0:47
Effects: The Art of Layering SFX1:16
Effects: Ambiences1:25
Module 5:Music (Emotion and Moving Pictures)
Music: Music, Emotion and Moving Pictures1:00
Music: Choosing the Right Music0:58
Music: Choosing the Right Music II1:36
Music: Music Editing1:20
Music: Music Editing II1:26
Music: Working with the Composer1:07
Music: The Process of Writing Music2:52
Music: Better & Best Examples In Scenes1:03
Module 6:Mix (Mastering the Final Sound)
Mix: The Basics of Being a Master Mixer1:22
Mix: Master of Plugin Effects I (Reverb)0:54
Mix: Master of Plugin Effects II (Delay Effects)0:55
Mix: Master of Plugin Effects III (Special Effects)1:15
Mix: Master of Plugin Effects IV (Dynamic Effects)1:29
Mix: Master Mixer – Dialog I (Basics)0:54
Mix: Master Mixer – Dialog II (ENG & Donuts Mix)1:07
Mix: Master Mixer – Dialog III (Action Mix)0:50
Mix: Master Mixer – Dialog IV (Macbeth Mix)1:21
Mix: Master Mixer – Dialog V (Beach Mix)0:55
Mix: Master Mixer – Ambiences I (ENG & Action)0:49
Mix: Master Mixer – Ambiences II (Donuts, Macbeth, Beach)1:06
Mix: Master Mixer – Sound Effects1:33
Mix: Master Mixer: Foley I (Macbeth Mix)1:02
Mix: Master Mixer – Foley II (Action Mix)0:56
Mix: Master Mixer – Foley III (Donuts, ENG & Beach)0:55
Mix: Master Mixer – Music I (Theory & Macbeth)1:05
Mix: Master Mixer – Music II (Donuts, ENG, Beach)0:46
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