sound man
Definition
Noun: A "sound man" is a person responsible for the technical aspects of sound production, especially in film, television, radio, or theater. This includes recording, mixing, and creating sound effects.
Usage Examples
- (The technician controlling audio quality.)
- (The professional managing sound recording.)
- (The person generating sound effects.)
Advanced Usage
"Sound man for hire": a freelance sound technician available for projects.
- He worked as a sound man for hire on several independent films. (A freelancer in sound production.)
"Sound man's booth": the control area where the sound man operates equipment.
- The sound man's booth was equipped with multiple mixing consoles. (The designated workspace for audio control.)
Variants and Related Words
Soundwoman (n): a female sound technician.
- She is a skilled soundwoman who has worked on major documentaries. (A woman specializing in sound production.)
Sound engineering (n): the technical discipline of recording and manipulating audio.
- Sound engineering requires knowledge of acoustics and equipment. (The field of audio technology.)
Synonyms
- Audio technician: a specialist in sound equipment and recording.
- Sound operator: a person who controls sound during a performance.
- Foley artist: a sound man who creates everyday sound effects for films.
Related Idioms
To be the sound man: to be in charge of audio quality.
- In this production, you are the sound man, so ensure no feedback occurs. (You are responsible for sound.)
Sound man's nightmare: a situation with extremely challenging audio conditions.
- Recording in a windy field was a sound man's nightmare. (A difficult scenario for audio work.)