Production sound / UK

Clear sound starts on set.

Interviews, dialogue and location atmospheres need the right recording plan. Tell us the shoot environment and deliverables, and we’ll explore suitable sound crew and kit.

Discuss your shoot ↗

What to consider

Plan for the sound you need.

A sound brief is more than a headcount. Location noise, contributor numbers and camera workflow all affect the equipment and crew needed.

01

Interviews

Plan lavalier or boom microphones, contributor count, monitoring and room conditions.

02

Documentary

Consider movement, unpredictable locations, radio mic frequencies and fast changes.

03

Events and live coverage

Discuss feeds from house audio, audience sound, comms and isolated recording.

Build your brief

The useful details.

Tell us what is already decided. We can discuss the remaining production requirements before confirming a suitable crew option.

  • ContributorsHow many people will speak at once and will they move between spaces?
  • LocationIndoor or outdoor, background noise, power, access and any restrictions.
  • WorkflowTimecode, camera feeds, multitrack files, live sound and handover requirements.

Common questions

Before booking.

Can sound kit be included?

Include your microphone and recorder needs in the brief; the equipment can then be discussed alongside crew.

What if I am not sure which microphones we need?

Tell us the contributor count, movement and location. We can use that information to discuss the recording approach.

Where can you help source crew?

We work from the location and dates in your brief and explore suitable crew options across the UK. Availability is confirmed before booking. Explore UK locations ↗

Tell us what you are making.

Share the location, dates and requirements to start a conversation.

Request crew ↗

Build the rest of your crew.

A sound recordists brief should identify who is responsible for camera, sound, lighting and delivery. Explore related roles and use the planning guides to agree the setup before booking.

Related crew roles

Camera Operators ↗Multi Camera Crews ↗Lighting Crew ↗

Planning your booking

How to Brief a Camera Crew for a UK Shoot ↗Event Filming Checklist Before Doors Open ↗UK crew locations ↗