Production Sound Recording
Starting at
$
500
About this service
Summary
FAQs
Can you boom op and mix at the same time?
For smaller productions, yes. For larger setups or heavy movement shots, I recommend adding a dedicated boom operator — I can hire one for you, but you will need a larger budget.
What equipment do you use?
A Zoom F6 field recorder (32-bit floating WAV), Sennheiser MKE 600 shotgun mic with boom pole, Sennheiser G4 wireless receivers/transmitters, and Sennheiser ME2 lavaliers.
Do you clean the audio as well?
This service covers recording only. If you need noise reduction, dialogue cleanup, or a full post mix, I offer those on a separate service page.
How do I receive the files?
Either handed directly to your DIT from my SD card or uploaded to Dropbox/Drive if you’re a small crew without a DIT.
Do you provide sound reports?
Yes — simple sound notes can be added as an optional deliverable for an additional fee.
Do you travel?
Yes — I can travel within the LA area. For shoots outside the region, travel fees may apply.
What's included
On-Set Sound Setup & Mic Placement
I’ll arrive on set with my full sound kit, set up all necessary microphones, place lavs professionally, adjust for clothing noise, and make talent feel comfortable during the process. I’ll run frequency checks, test levels, and ensure everything is ready before cameras roll.
Live Mixing & Boom Operation
Throughout the shoot, I’ll monitor levels, mix in real time, and provide clean, consistent audio. I can operate boom myself or hire a dedicated boom operator if your production needs one. I actively watch for noise issues, adjust mic placement as needed, and make sure every take is usable.
High-Quality Audio File Deliver
At wrap, I’ll deliver organized, multi-channel 32-bit WAV files from my field recorder. Files can be handed directly to your DIT or, for smaller productions, I can upload everything to Dropbox or Drive. Equipment is included unless specific rentals are requested.
Example projects
Recommendations
(5.0)
Client • Nov 10, 2025
Recommended
I recruited Sam to craft sound design and compose original music for my audiobook. Sam created rich soundscapes and vivid sound design for the events and actions that truly brought the story to life. The project was lucky enough to have a rising movie and TV star as narrator, so I absolutely could not entrust this work to anyone. Sam delivered inspired and top-notch work, always ahead of schedule, and was so very pleasant to work with. I will 100% recruit Sam again come the next project!
Client • Nov 10, 2025
Recommended
I had a huge ask for Sam: six different genres for one cohesive story, and she delivered beautifully! Her understanding of music and film history, along with her incredible professionalism, made for a great collaboration. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a composition that elevates their story.
Duration
1 day
Skills and tools
Audio Engineer
Mixing/Mastering
Frame.io
iZotope
Industries