Sound Engineer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Sound Engineer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Perform duties assigned by directors, producers etc
  • Set up, maintain and regularly inspect sound equipment
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of video editors, lighting experts, cameramen etc.
  • Assist in synchronizing video and audio tracks
  • Record, edit and mix audio tracks
  • Test and improve sound quality
  • Add sound effects to recordings
  • Create and update sound libraries
  • Resolve technical problems when they occur
  • Stay up to date with latest trends and best practices

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Sound Engineer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Sound Engineer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.