Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of the Sound Design Live podcast, I talk with Heatherlyn Eagan about how she has managed to book back-to-back tours since university by positioning herself as a stage manager and lighting technician. We discuss electricity, lighting fundamentals, and non-stop life on the road. Plus, these questions: How did you get your first job in lighting? Can you make more money as a designer or a … [Read more...]
Is IATSE worthwhile for sound engineers?
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of the Sound Design Live podcast, I talk to Nat Koren about his audio career with the San Francisco Opera. We answer these questions: What are the pros and cons of working with the union? How do you mix an opera? What does a sound designer do for an opera? What specialized gear do they use at the opera house? How do they mix the show and operate 12 cameras without any humans in the … [Read more...]
Build self-confidence for better productivity with this simple habit of relaxation
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of the Sound Design Live podcast, I talk with Elena Foucher about meditation for busy people and how to build self-confidence for better productivity. Plus, Elena leads a guided meditation starting at 29min. We discuss: Alternative relaxation techniques to traditional, sit-down meditation. How to measure improvement in your meditation practice. How to improve your sleep. The definition … [Read more...]
For Live Sound Engineers: Surprisingly Simple Tips to Prevent Back Injury on the Job
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of sound design live I speak with Brandi Smith-Young, a fellow at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy, board-certified orthopedic specialist, and founder of Perfect 10.0 Physical Therapy, about preventing back injury. She specializes in injury care, injury prevention, and performance training for gymnasts, dancers, parkour athletes, and performing artists. We answer … [Read more...]
One Critical Skill You Need to Get Stage Theatre Jobs: How Surrey University Is Training Audio Engineers
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of Sound Design Live, I speak with Paul McConkey, the sound module coordinator at the University of Surrey, about the most important skill you need to get stage theatre jobs in the West End of London. We talk about his career path, from earning a record contract to building a recording studio, touring with rock bands, and finally teaching the professional production skills course at … [Read more...]