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In this engaging conversation, Skip Lievsay and Paul Urmson, supervising sound editors and mixers, share their experiences working on the film 'Marty Supreme.' They discuss how their involvement began after their work on 'Uncut Gems,' highlighting the challenges and excitement of mixing sound for a film that demands a unique auditory experience. The duo explains their collaborative approach to sound editing, where one focuses on dialogue and the other on sound effects, ensuring a balanced and immersive soundscape. They emphasise the importance of adapting to the film's energy and the directors' vision, particularly in scenes that require a chaotic yet coherent sound design. The SoundStart podcast is brought to you by Bigmouth Audio - a creative sound studio specialising in voice production and audio post for storytellers. www.bigmouthaudio.com The SoundStart podcast is sponsored by Film Insider - Film Insider is the new film industry, where indie filmmakers are networking, collaborating and helping each other bring their projects to market. Join Film Insider here

In this episode of The Creative Leaders we are joined by Michael Babcock to talk about his work as the Supervising Sound Editor on Nuremberg. Thanks to our sponsor Film Insider - join over 150 indie filmmakers and crew who are networking, collaborating and helping each other bring their projects to market. Join the community here.

This conversation explores the evolving landscape of film production, particularly in the UK, highlighting the challenges faced by traditional media in engaging audiences who now prefer platforms like TikTok. Our guest, Hutch, emphasises the potential for indie filmmakers to thrive by adopting innovative marketing strategies that align with current audience behaviors. Welcome to The Creative Leaders Podcast brought to you by Bigmouth Audio and Film Insider. Film Insider is the online community for independent film professionals to network, collaborate and help bring their projects to market. Join us today: https://whop.com/checkout/plan_wO5Krf4YOrhad?a=bmasteve

This week Stephen is joined on the podcast by Paul Massey (Re-recording Mixer) and Eric Norris (Supervising Sound Editor) on Scott Cooper's film, Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere. The Creative Leaders Podcast is brought to you by Bigmouth Audio - specialists in voice & audio post production for film, TV & Games.

Supervising Sound Editor and Re-Recording Mixer, Roland Heap, joins Stephen on the podcast this week to talk about the sound of The Strangers: Chapter 2. Please subscribe to The Creative Leaders Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. The podcast is brought to you by Bigmouth Audio - www.bigmouthaudio.com

In episode 28 of The Creative Leaders Podcast we speak with Brian Goodheart and Kelly Oostman - the sound team behind Ben Leonberg's indie horror film "Good Boy"

In episode 27 of The Creative Leaders Podcast we are joined by Filipe Messeder, Re-Recording Mixer & Sound Designer and Luciano Vignola, Supervising Sound Editor & Re-Recording Mixer on Zach Cregger's hit horror film 'Weapons'.

Our latest guest on 'The Creative Leaders Podcast' brought to you by Bigmouth Audio - is Michael Babcock, who joins us to discuss his work as Supervising Sound Editor and Re-Recording Mixer on Netflix & Sony's mega hit feature; K-Pop Demon Hunters.

In this episode, we dive deep into the life and career of a seasoned producer in the animation industry; Calum Hart. We start with an exploration of Calum's mission and purpose, which centres around nurturing creative ideas from their embryonic stages to fully realised projects. He emphasises the importance of collaboration, foresight, and creative problem-solving in his role. Our guest shares his unique upbringing in the highlands of Scotland, where his isolated environment fostered a rich imagination and a love for various creative pursuits. From a young age, he dabbled in everything from magic and comedy to comic book writing, which eventually led him to a passion for film, music, and art during his teenage years. He recounts his educational journey, including a filmmaking and screenwriting degree and a master's in scriptwriting, which provided him with numerous opportunities to intern and work in various roles within the creative industry. His career trajectory took him from live-action production roles to a pivotal moment when he discovered Axis Studios, where he transitioned into the animation industry. Our guest discusses his time at Axis Studios, where he grew from a coordinator to a senior producer, and the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He also shares his experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, which, despite the global chaos, became a period of significant professional growth and achievement for him. After several years at Axis Studios, he decided to spread his wings and moved to Sweden to work for Goodbye Kansas, a company known for its AAA animation cinematics and VFX. He reflects on the similarities and differences between the two companies and how this move allowed him to further hone his skills and take on new challenges. Throughout the episode, our guest provides insights into the animation industry's current landscape, the explosion of adult animation, and the importance of taking creative risks. He also gives us a glimpse into his day-to-day responsibilities at Goodbye Kansas, where he juggles multiple projects, collaborates with creative teams, and navigates the complexities of project management. In the end, he shares his excitement for future projects that offer new challenges, diverse creative approaches, and opportunities to learn new skills. This episode is a fascinating look into the mind of a creative producer who is passionate about pushing the boundaries of animation and storytelling.

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with the Founder & Creative Director at Chalk and Blade, Ruth Barnes, a company renowned for its innovative approach to audio storytelling and podcast production. Our guest shared insights into the evolution of podcasting, particularly the increasing importance of video components and high-quality sound design, such as Dolby Atmos, in modern podcast production. We delved into the origins of Chalk and Blade, learning that the company was born out of a desire to create engaging audio content and to work independently. Our guest candidly discussed the challenges and rewards of running a business, emphasising the importance of producing meaningful and impactful stories, whether for branded content or independent projects. A significant portion of our conversation focused on the business side of podcasting, including strategies for approaching brands and organisations, the importance of networking, and the challenges of monetisation. Our guest highlighted that for many clients, podcasting serves as a powerful brand-building and marketing tool rather than a direct revenue stream. We also explored the creative process at Chalk and Blade, from initial concept development to final production. Our guest shared their approach to working with journalists and brands, emphasising the importance of collaboration and understanding the unique goals of each project. They also provided valuable tips on training podcast hosts, helping them find their voice and deliver engaging content. Towards the end of the episode, our guest reflected on the impact of storytelling, sharing a personal anecdote about how reading "The Lord of the Rings" at a young age profoundly influenced their appreciation for narrative and fantasy worlds. Overall, this episode offers a deep dive into the world of podcast production, providing listeners with a behind-the-scenes look at how Chalk and Blade creates compelling audio content that resonates with audiences and meets the diverse needs of their clients.

Eleanor is the Founder & Director of Clubhouse, an independent animation studio, based in Glasgow. Clubhouse is Scotland’s first 100% paper independent animation studio. They create playful handcrafted content that is ideal for colourful campaigns or surprising social media.Eleanor has received the Bram Stoker Medal for most imaginative work and a D&AD Best New Blood Award. Her work has been screened in the UK and internationally, and twice alongside a live symphony orchestra.

Emrah is the Founder & Creative Director at Mooncolony - a premium 2D art and illustration services provider to the video games industry. Emrah leads a team of outstandingly talented concept artists and illustrators who provide premium 2D art and illustration services to video game developers across the globe. With over seven years of experience in his role, he has successfully established and grown Mooncolony as a trusted and reliable partner for some of the biggest names in the industry, from free-to-play mobile games to AAA blockbusters. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome00:00:20 - Guest's Purpose and Mission00:00:34 - Discovering Passion for Building Teams and Brands00:01:20 - Merging Visual Development and Branding00:01:46 - Guest's Background and Childhood00:02:01 - Growing Up in Turkey and Early Influences00:03:38 - Encouragement and Support for Art00:03:57 - Pursuing Art in University00:05:12 - Transition to Graphic Design00:06:05 - Entering the Concept Art Industry00:07:07 - Entrepreneurial Influences from Family00:08:33 - Learning Business Skills from Father00:08:54 - Career Path and Freelancing00:09:15 - Founding Moon Colony00:10:08 - Balancing Full-Time Work and Freelancing00:11:11 - Building a Team and Studio Vision00:12:05 - Naming and Branding Moon Colony00:13:18 - Importance of Team Collaboration00:14:07 - Establishing a Unique Studio Style00:16:45 - Importance of Brand in B2B Space00:17:57 - Selecting Projects and Clients00:20:56 - Saying No to Non-Aligned Projects00:22:40 - Early Days of Moon Colony00:23:01 - Transitioning Freelance Clients to Studio Clients00:25:39 - Role of Creative Director00:27:45 - Delegating Responsibilities00:29:50 - Learning and Networking for Business Growth00:32:26 - Work-Life Balance and Team Support00:36:06 - Side Ventures: Lunar Academy and Lunar Forge00:37:33 - Impactful Stories and Influences00:41:05 - Closing Remarks and Future Plans

Adam is a Director & Founder of 2d development house StudioNX. He is also an Emmy winning Co-Creator of 'Niko and the Sword of Light' on Amazon Prime. He recently developed the story for Herobeats' Bafta winning game 'Endling' and In 2019, directed season one of Marvel’s Battleworld which has since picked up over 5 million views.In 2017 he created and directed the 80s inspired arcade game 'The Videokid' for Pixel Trip Studios. In 2013 Adam wrote and directed the critically acclaimed animated comic ‘Niko & the Sword of Light’ which hit no1 on the iOS appstore and went onto become an Emmy award winning TV series on Amazon Prime. As the Executive Producer for two seasons, he worked closely with Titmouse studios in L.A. supervising on scripts, storyboards & animation. The series was nominated for a total of 11 Emmy & Annie awards.

Pamela Nelson is the Managing Director at the award winning, boutique design, animation and motion studio - Revenant. She has a strong background in production across the broadcast and film industry. Revenant have worked on projects across themed entertainment, broadcast TV, brand, experiential, film and games. Collaborating with clients such as Riot Games, Netflix and Oakley.

Donald Pirie is currently one of the most exciting and in demand casting & voice directors working in the games and animation industries. Working on titles such as Lords of the Fallen, Superfuse, Per Aspera, Ridley Jones as well as a number of unannounced titles. Donald was recently described by CI Games as being "Hands downs the best & most intuitive voice director working in games ever!" Donald, a voice actor himself, also has one of the most recognisable and most used voices in Scotland. He has the flexibility to voice anything from adverts and corporates to talking books and animations. He trained at one of the world's top drama schools, LAMDA and has performed in theatres across the country from the Old Vic to the Royal Lyceum.