professional sound for ambitious short films.
Fixed-fee sound finishing for independent filmmakers. Powered by Bigmouth Audio.
made for filmmakers
We created SoundStart because too many filmmakers reach post-production without access to professional sound support that fits their budget.
What Our Clients Think
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I love the feeling of paranoia you've created! I'm so impressed with what you've achieved. Thank you!
— Alex Bourne, A Closed Deal
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SoundStart was a fortuitous discovery that allowed our short film to become what it was always meant to be. As a small independent, without SoundStart we wouldn't have had the budget for such a comprehensive sound edit and design from such a professional team. Stephen and the team's quality work elevated the film beyond expectation.
— Mark Robertson, I Know What We Are
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Sound design is a powerful storytelling tool, and it isn’t just for genre films. Bigmouth Audio crafted a wonderful soundscape for Premature that pulls the audience into the film and deepens their connection with the characters and the story.
— Kevin Walls, Premature
Our Team
stephen scott
Supervising Sound Editor / Re-recording Mixer
philip feenan
Supervising Dialogue Editor / Re-recording Mixer
Post Production Managererin kelly
The packages
Simple, transparent packages designed to help independent filmmakers access professional sound post-production.
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Up to 10 Minutes Runtime
Designed for emerging filmmakers, micro-budget shorts and proof-of-concept films that need professional dialogue clean-up and a polished final mix.
Includes:
Dialogue editing and clean-up
Noise reduction and audio repair
Basic ambience and background filling
Light sound editorial
Stereo final mix
Festival-ready stereo master
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Up to 15 minutes runtime.
Professional sound finishing for ambitious short films that want a more cinematic and immersive sound experience.
Includes:
Full dialogue edit and clean-up
Creative sound design
Atmospheres and world-building
Sound effects editing
5.1 theatrical mix
One revision round
Festival-ready delivery
Creative onboarding session
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A premium collaborative sound finishing experience for standout short films with ambitious creative goals.
Designed for filmmakers who want elevated cinematic sound design and a more hands-on creative process.
Includes:
Advanced dialogue editing
Detailed cinematic sound design
Atmosphere and tension design
5.1 theatrical mix
Creative collaboration throughout
Two revision rounds
Priority scheduling
Festival-ready delivery
Director sound spotting session
Frequently Asked Questions
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Great sound doesn't just make a film sound better.
It makes performances feel more believable, worlds feel more immersive and stories feel more cinematic.
Audiences will often forgive imperfect visuals.
They rarely forgive poor sound.
That's why professional sound post-production is one of the most effective ways to elevate the perceived production value of a film.
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Don't worry if you're unsure.
Most filmmakers aren't sound experts, and that's exactly why SoundStart exists.
Simply choose the package that feels closest to your needs or get in touch with us for a quick chat. We'll review your project and recommend the most suitable option.
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No.
In fact, we often recommend getting in touch before picture lock.
This gives us the opportunity to advise on deliverables, schedules and any potential issues before they become expensive problems later in post-production.
Whether you're still editing, picture locked or preparing festival submissions, we'd love to hear about your project.
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SoundStart is designed for independent filmmakers.
We support everything from first-time directors making their debut short film through to experienced filmmakers developing festival-bound shorts and independent features.
While SoundStart focuses on film, our team also brings experience from award-winning work in animation, video games and cinematic trailers.
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Your project will be handled by the team at Bigmouth Audio.
Over the last decade, we've built a reputation for delivering world-class audio for games, animation and cinematic storytelling. SoundStart gives independent filmmakers access to the same expertise, facilities and creative approach used on professional productions.
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Absolutely.
If you'd like to discuss your film before selecting a package, we're happy to arrange a quick call.
We'll learn more about your project, answer any questions and help you decide whether SoundStart is the right fit.
There's no pressure and no obligation to book.