
Passion, creativity and excellence
PARIS
3iS Paris
4 rue Blaise-Pascal
78990 ELANCOURT
+33 1 30 69 64 48
Our Master in Sound Production is aimed at international students who are fluent in English and hold a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in music or sound techniques, or in another field but with a keen interest in artistic careers.
It trains students to a high level of competence in sound techniques and music or sound projects management: following this training, our graduates have the skills to design and deliver audio content, work with immersive projects and to produce sound design for high-skilled jobs.
3iS has created a Master’s degree in Sound Production that will be launched at our Paris Campus in September 2023.
At a glance
NEXT INTAKE
October 2024
DURATION
2 academic years
ELIGIBILITY
Bachelor’s degree
or equivalent
LANGUAGE
English
TUITION FEES
€14,800 per year
STUDY PROGRAM
This Master’s Degree targets skills in conceptualization, writing and sound production with a particular focus on in situ and industrial sound design. The aimed applications are sound production for installations, museography, public spaces, home automation, transport industries, human-machine interfaces.
It is about learning to:
The training is articulated in two phases presented in the following paragraphs.
The first year is dedicated to technical and artistic learning: analysing the narration of a support and producing the appropriate accompaniment. To cover different contexts and methods, the work supports are varied. The provided courses help putting the practice of sound design into perspective.
The second year is focused on the production of an industrial project, in the form of the creation of the sound identity of a product / brand through sound design, music and broadcasting. Students work on the concept, sound production, documents and presentations arguing their work, the latter evaluated by professional juries. Professionals also accompany students throughout the year.
During the two years, the emphasis is on student autonomy and their ability to take charge of their own process. At the end of the two years of the Degree, students must have developed, in addition to technical skills, their capacities for autonomy in work, project management and communication.
PROJECTS
This training forms part of the DNA of 3iS, namely learning by project. During their 2 years of training, Master of Fine Arts students have the opportunity of working with the support of other English-speaking 3iS programs, as well as recognized professionals. They will thus complete the following projects:
INTERNSHIPS
Passion, creativity and excellence
3iS Paris
4 rue Blaise-Pascal
78990 ELANCOURT
+33 1 30 69 64 48
The sound engineer works in the audio-visual sector and cinema, or for a music studio. In the audio-visual sector and cinema, the sound engineer supervises the sound recording and is responsible for editing and multichannel sound mixing. In the case of music, the sound engineer directs the recording session (artistic direction) and supervises the editing and mixing. He or she may also specialize in mastering (the final technical stage, which follows mixing).
The sound director installs, regulates and maintains sound equipment for live use. He or she manages a team of technicians who help install and make changes to the set. As team leader, the sound director writes a technical file (technical data sheet, planning and budget) and is responsible for mixing in real time.
Working alongside the director, the script supervisor oversees the continuity of the motion picture during all stages of filming and production. They seek to maintain coherence between the scenes and ensure that what’s being filmed matches the written script. They are also responsible for keeping track of the film production unit’s daily progress.
Cinema, series, clip or advertisement, the scriptwriter creates stories to arouse viewers’ curiosity. Whether creating or adapting a story, the scriptwriter is a fully-fledged author who draws on multiple references, either literary or from everyday life. Working alone or as part of a team, the scriptwriter starts by drafting a synopsis (summary of the story) which develops into an increasingly detailed plot. The dialog continuity is therefore a very precise document indicating the plans for a scene, their duration, the positioning of the camera, and so on. In order to set the pace, the scriptwriter cuts the narrative into sequences that often correspond to a change of scenery, time or action. The scriptwriter may also write the dialogs for a film and is sometimes its director.
The first assistant director (AD) is the director’s right hand. They handle the logistics of running the set during production and are the liaison between the director and the rest of the crew. They create and manage the shooting schedule and shot lists, coordinating with all department heads.
The boomer is also known as the sound assistant and works with the chief sound operator during filming. He or she is responsible for placing the main microphone and works in all types of structure: studios, auditoriums, mobile units, sound trucks, film sets, concert halls, radio, television, etc.
There are a wide variety of sections of the entertainment industry that a Production Assistant may decide to work in. Film Production Assistants may serve on the set of a motion picture, running errands for Directors and Producers and informing Actors and Crew Members of their call times. They are integral to a shoot whether it’s for a film, TV show, music video, or commercial.
The editor plays a vital role in creating a documentary, a work of cinematic fiction or a report, guaranteeing the narrative coherence of the film while respecting its production style. The editor’s aim is to hold the spectator’s attention by selecting the best images from the film rushes. He or she organizes the elements, both images and sounds, which will create meaning and provides them with a dramatic narrative and construction. The editor works closely with the producer after filming. Editors increasingly use virtual audio-visual editing software such as AVID Media Composer and Premiere Pro.
Cinema, series, clip or advertisement, the scriptwriter creates stories to arouse viewers’ curiosity. Whether creating or adapting a story, the scriptwriter is a fully-fledged author who draws on multiple references, either literary or from everyday life. Working alone or as part of a team, the scriptwriter starts by drafting a synopsis (summary of the story) which develops into an increasingly detailed plot. The dialog continuity is therefore a very precise document indicating the plans for a scene, their duration, the positioning of the camera, and so on. In order to set the pace, the scriptwriter cuts the narrative into sequences that often correspond to a change of scenery, time or action. The scriptwriter may also write the dialogs for a film and is sometimes its director.
The sound designer is a combination of composer, acoustician and sound engineer and produces background noise, sound effects and music on demand according to precise specifications.
The video operations technician may work in a variety of environments: on set, in a natural outdoor setting, or in a television studio control room. The video operations technician installs the shooting equipment, adjusts the projectors and spotlights, and ensures that a live TV program is appearing on screen. They also videorecord sequences, manage equipment maintenance and take part in technical installation and investment projects.
In the studio, the sound technician is the engineer’s assistant. Their role involves preparing for the session: setting up instruments, greeting the artistes, installing the microphone kit, cabling and testing. In the booth, they configure the console and recording software.