sound designer

[/saʊnd dɪˈzaɪnər/]
nounpl: sound designers
designer de som
1. A professional who creates, selects, and arranges audio elements for film, television, theater, video games, or other media productions
The sound designer created immersive audio effects for the horror movie.
O designer de som criou efeitos de áudio imersivos para o filme de horror.
2. A specialist responsible for the overall sonic identity and acoustic environment of a production
The sound designer worked with the director to establish the film's audio atmosphere.
O designer de som trabalhou com o diretor para estabelecer a atmosfera sonora do filme.
3. An audio professional who combines technical expertise with creative artistry to enhance storytelling through sound
As a sound designer, she specialized in creating realistic ambient sounds for documentary films.
Como designer de som, ela se especializava em criar sons ambientes realistas para filmes documentários.
Sound design is a crucial but often underappreciated aspect of media production in both Brazilian and American entertainment industries. The term is widely used in its English form across Portuguese-speaking countries in film, television, theater, and video game industries. In Brazil, the profession has grown significantly with the expansion of the audiovisual sector, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. Sound designers are increasingly recognized as essential creative contributors rather than mere technical staff.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
audio designersound engineeraudio techniciansound artist

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
designer de som
Most common usage in Brazilian media and entertainment industry
São Paulo
designer de som
Standard usage in the largest media production hub of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
designer de som
Used in film and television production; sometimes 'projetista de som'
Portugal
designer de som
Same usage as Brazil; Portuguese media industry uses this English-derived term

Related Words

sound engineeraudio mixingfoley artistsound effectsmusic composeracousticssound editing

Related Idioms & Phrases

set the tone
create an acoustic landscape
sonic environment
audio identity
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