Sound Design Academy sits down with Production Mixer and location sound man Joe Elfanbaum to discuss his recent success and growth as an audio expert within SCAD. Within 2 years of attending the Savannah College of Art and Design, Joe has managed to jump start his location audio career, and is currently working on a number of professional gigs. Listen in to learn how you too can break into the location sound industry, get tips on how to succeed and so much more! Show Notes:  Joe is a Production Mixer out of Georgia Started at UMKC then shifted to SCAD Location Sound is Joe’s primary focus Get the right tools for the job because you can build a career off it. You can sell SFX online at Pond 5 even with an H4n Always keep a level head. Never lose your cool. Getting worked up doesn’t solve the problem. You never know when the moment’s gonna happen. Easy to spots to hide a mic pack: ankle, thigh, small of back, chest, and under a wig. Always go with the location scout to help decide if a location is conducive to good audio. Solid communication skills go a long way. Organization is very important. Resources: Joe uses a Sound Devices 633 Recorder Sennheiser MKH 416 Shotgun Mic Zoom H4n, H5, or H6n are all great entry level recorders Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface (Fun Fact: After the interview, I found out Joe was also using this interface.) Aaton Cantar X3 Michael’s Mic: Electro Voice RE20 DPA mini mic CAD Microphones: E300S & KBM412 ATR2100 Shure SM58 or SM57 Schoeps CMIT5UAG Shotgun Mic (Joe’s favorite mic) The Location Sound Bible by Ric Viers The Sound Effects Bible by Ric Viers Rode Rage Soundworks Contact Joe at joeelfanbaum.com | Email Joe here