ABSTRACT
Postproduction sound works well when it has a systematic set of procedures. In Hollywood, there is a codi ed system that has been developed over many years. This system has variations depending on the budget and time allowed for the project. In general, however, most professional lms and television shows in Hollywood follow the same paradigm. There is the accepted hierarchy of players and the expected conventions of the process. It is important to understand this system that lays out a common-sense approach for anyone who wants a tried-and-true blueprint for putting a soundtrack together. By understanding how the major players arrange their postproduction teams, you can more appropriately establish your best practices.
