Erick Jolley, Owner, Supervising Sound Editor, Sound Designer and Re Recording Mixer

Erick, born and raised in Venice Beach, California, founded his first music recording studio, Lucky Dog Studios, at the age of 19. Over the course of more than four decade, he successfully managed and operated this studio now called N2SounD Post Audio.

After relocating to Santa Cruz, California for eight years, Erick established his second recording studio, On The Right Track Recording. He collaborated with local bands and jazz clubs in Santa Cruz as their mixer and music recording studio engineer. Additionally, he worked with the City Council to set up and organize music sound stages and PA sound systems for the New Year's Eve First Night celebrations for over five years. Erick also spent four years at Stanford University in the AV department, where he worked closely with university business operations and concerts held on campus.

Erick moved back to Los Angeles and opened N2Sound Post Audio. With over 30 years of experience in Post Audio, including freelance work and roles at The Bakery Digital Sound and Vision, Post Hast Sound, Larson, Sony Pictures, Warner Brothers Studio, Universal, and other top studios, he has mastered the technical arts of sound, a crucial part of film and TV.

Erick's education began at Dick Grove School of Music. He then studied Post Audio for Motion Pictures and TV at The Los Angeles Recording Workshop. After graduating, Erick worked in the film industry for 10 years before teaching at The Los Angeles Film School for over 3 years.

Erick currently works in Post Audio as a Re-Recording Engineer, Supervising Sound Editor, and Sound Designer, engaging in the process of Post Audio for Film and TV.

In the vast and ever-evolving world of audiovisual storytelling, sound is the unsung hero that shapes emotion, guides perception, and breathes life into the creative vision. At the nexus of this essential craft stands N2Sound Post Audio, a leading post-production audio company dedicated to elevating narratives through sonic artistry. Whether for feature films, television series, documentaries, or interactive gaming experiences, N2Sound Post Audio serves as the architect of auditory immersion, blending technical mastery with creative intuition.

Film is a medium where every detail matters, and the audio landscape is no exception. N2Sound Post Audio plays a pivotal role in:

·  Dialogue Editing and ADR: Ensuring that every line of dialogue is crisp, clear, and emotionally resonant, even in the most challenging production environments. When needed, Automated Dialogue Replacement (ADR) sessions are meticulously directed and edited to match the actor’s original performance flawlessly.

·  Sound Effects and Foley: From the subtle rustle of a gown to the thunderous crash of a car chase, N2Sound’s foley artists and sound designers create and layer effects that enhance realism and immersion. Their expertise brings authenticity to on-screen actions, grounding the film in a believable soundscape.

·  Soundscapes and Atmospheres: The company crafts bespoke ambiences that transport viewers to different worlds—be it the bustling streets of a metropolis, the whispering woods, or the eerie silence of outer space. These sonic environments add depth and dimensionality to the visual narrative.

·  Music Editing and Integration: N2Sound ensures that original scores and licensed tracks are seamlessly woven into the film, supporting the director’s vision and amplifying the emotional beats of each scene.

·  Re-Recording Mixing: Mixing engineers balances dialogue, effects, and music into a cohesive whole, optimizing the soundtrack for cinema, home viewing, or streaming platforms, and ensuring every auditory element is experienced at its best.

Television’s unique pace and reach require agility and adaptability in post audio services. N2Sound Post Audio supports television productions through:

·  Fast Turnaround, High Quality: With tight broadcast deadlines, N2Sound delivers top-tier audio within rapid timeframes, ensuring episodes are ready for air without compromising on quality.

·  Consistency Across Episodes: The team maintains sonic consistency in recurring series, managing character voices, recurring motifs, and environmental sounds so audiences remain immersed from episode to episode.

·  Broadcast Compliance: N2Sound navigates the complex world of broadcast audio standards, ensuring final mixes meet regional loudness and technical specifications for a flawless listening experience across networks and platforms.

·  Creative Collaboration: Working closely with producers, show runners, and editors, N2Sound helps shape the sonic identity of each show, from reality series to scripted dramas and animated adventures.

The art of documentary filmmaking is rooted in authenticity—capturing real stories and real emotions. N2Sound Post Audio contributes by:

·  Restoring and Enhancing Location Sound: Documentaries are often recorded in imperfect environments. N2Sound excels at cleaning up dialogue, removing unwanted noise, and ensuring clarity without sacrificing the authenticity of the moment.

·  Sound Design with Sensitivity: For sensitive or historical subjects, N2Sound approaches sound design with subtlety, enhancing emotional resonance without overshadowing the truth of the narrative.

·  Archival Footage Restoration: When documentaries utilize aged audio from archival sources, N2Sound applies restoration techniques to recover intelligibility, reduce hiss and hum, and ensure a seamless integration with newly recorded material.

·  Immersive Storytelling: Through creative use of ambient sound, music, and effects, N2Sound helps viewers experience the world of the documentary, whether it’s the bustle of a crowded city or the quiet tension of a remote wilderness.

In the realm of gaming, sound is not just background—it is integral to gameplay and immersion. N2Sound Post Audio supports the interactive entertainment industry via:

·  Interactive Sound Design: Designing audio that responds dynamically to player actions, N2Sound crafts adaptive effects, ambiences, and musical cues that react to in-game events, drawing players deeper into the virtual world.

·  Voiceover Recording and Editing: Casting, directing, and recording voice actors, the team ensures that in-game dialogue is compelling, clear, and consistent with the game’s narrative and tone.

·  3D Audio and Spatialization: Employing the latest techniques in binaural and spatial audio, N2Sound creates immersive soundscapes that allow players to locate objects or threats by sound alone, enhancing both realism and gameplay strategy.

·  Audio Integration and Middleware: Collaborating with game developers, N2Sound implements and fine-tunes audio assets in popular game engines and middleware, ensuring seamless technical integration and creative alignment.

·  Adaptive Music Systems: The company helps to create dynamic musical scores that change based on player progress, mood, or action, heightening tension and emotional impact throughout the gaming experience.

As masters of sound design, N2Sound Post Audio delivers:

·  Original Sound Creation: From otherworldly creatures to futuristic technology, the company crafts unique sounds that define the identity of films, series, or games.

·  Library Management: With an extensive catalog of proprietary and licensed sound libraries, N2Sound provides access to thousands of effects, ensuring the right sound is always at their fingertips.

·  Collaboration with Composers and Directors: The team works closely with composers and creative leads to ensure sound design is integrated with musical and narrative elements.