
Organize assets by creating a project folder with subfolders for picture, music, SFX, sound edit, sound mix, and deliverables, and copy downloaded files into each folder for Pro Tools sessions.
Launch Pro Tools and create a new session named the Racecar Sound Edit, set WAV 48 kHz 24 bit stereo interleaved, and save in the Racecar Sound Edit folder.
Import video into Pro Tools. Enable the video engine, set session start to 095900 and 25 frames a second, then import video with spot and audio from file.
Create and configure tracks in Pro Tools using tracks window. Choose mono or stereo audio and aux tracks, route outputs to the Orx Atmos track, and color-code tracks for clarity.
Edit sound for a short film by creating an atmosphere track, using grid mode and the selector tool to form clip groups across frames, with linked timeline and edit cursors.
Import mono and stereo atmosphere audio, copy to the clip list, and place clips. Use the smart tool to trim and apply two-frame fades, then audition with solo and play.
Learn to track bike sound effects for film in Pro Tools by creating bike tracks, routing to the bike Orx, and using memory locations and markers for precise cues.
Create and route car sound effects tracks in Pro Tools, import and edit multiple clips with trims, fades, and markers, then color-code and organize for mixing.
Export selected tracks from your edit session as a Pro Tools mix session with audio files at 48 kHz, 24-bit; save in the sound mix folder and name racecar sound mix.
Pro Tools Basics for Film
Welcome to Pro Tools Basics for Film, a beginner-friendly course designed to help you master the fundamentals of audio editing and mixing. Whether you're an aspiring sound designer, editor, or mixer, this class will give you the skills and confidence to navigate Pro Tools like a pro.
The Course Files are to be found in leason 2 of this course.
Taught by Philip Clements, an award-winning Foley Mixer and Re-recording Mixer—whose credits include The Crown, Peaky Blinders, and Chernobyl—this course simplifies industry-standard techniques into clear, easy-to-follow lessons that will help you build a solid foundation in audio post-production.
What You'll Learn:
Setting Up Your Pro Tools Session – Learn how to configure your workspace for an efficient workflow.
Essential Tools & Interface Navigation – Get familiar with the key tools and features of Pro Tools.
Importing & Editing Audio Clips – Cut, arrange, and enhance your sound to fit the scene.
Basic Mixing Techniques & Effects – Balance levels, apply EQ, and add effects for a polished mix.
Exporting Your Final Project – Learn how to deliver high-quality audio for your film.
By the end of this course, you'll have the skills to edit, mix, and enhance audio for film projects. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your abilities, this class will help you take your sound design to the next level. Join today and start crafting immersive soundscapes!