Insights from Sound Designer KIP SMEDLEY: The Soundscape of TED LASSO | BONUS INTERVIEW EPISODE

"I hear you. I do. I hear you. But you know what, Roy? I hear myself, too."

BONUS EPISODE | Sound Designer Kip Smedley Interview

Join Bonnie⁠, Mike, and ⁠Marc for a fun conversation with three-time Emmy-nominated Sound Designer, Sound Effects Editor, and Composer, Kip Smedley! With over 20 years of experience in Film, Television, Video Games, and Commercial post-production, Kip has crafted the sonic worlds of some of your favorite shows and movies, including SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE, SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, and the beloved Apple TV+ series, TED LASSO.

(Recorded: July 15th, 2024)

Interview Highlights: How "Ugly Sonic" affected TED LASSO, alpaca screams in spaaaaaaaaceeeee, Roy Kent's knees, plus much, much more...

🎧 TED LASSO Sound Design Deep Dive:

• Discover how Kip approached the unique sound design for TED LASSO's warm and comedic world and how he crafted soundscapes that capture the emotional beats, from heartfelt moments to humorous scenes.
• Learn about the creative process behind creating the sounds for diverse environments featured in the show—football pitches, locker rooms, local pubs—and how each location’s distinct sound contributes to the series’ immersive experience.
• Get exclusive behind-the-scenes insights into some of the most challenging scenes Kip worked on, including the intricacies of crafting sound for Ted Lasso's iconic panic attack scenes.
• Hear about Kip’s collaboration with other departments, like music and dialogue, to create the cohesive and beloved sound design of TED LASSO.

🏆 Achievements & Industry Insights:

• Kip talks about his journey to becoming an Emmy nominee, his wins, and how these accolades have shaped his approach to sound design.
• He also shares valuable advice for aspiring sound designers looking to break into high-profile projects like TED LASSO or blockbuster films like SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE.

🗣️ Fun, Anecdotes, and More:

• Kip shares his favorite sound effects, personal anecdotes from the set, and even how alpacas contributed to the series!

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