October 1998
Beginner
192 pages
3h 52m
English
There is no point in having pictures on air if you don’t have the right sound to go with them. This can only be achieved by giving the sound department adequate information in sufficient time. While different broadcasters and countries run slightly different systems, generally sound departments have the same questions.
■ How many people are involved in the programme? Are they moving or static (i.e. do they need radio or cabled microphones)?
■ What are the presenters’ talkback requirements (radio or cabled, open or switched)?
■ Are there any specialist sound recording techniques (underwater/noisy props etc.)?
■ What music or sound effects (spot effects) are required?
■ Are there going to ...
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