
Sound should emphasise the story
Sound
December 4, 2024
Sound plays a crucial role in animation, going far beyond simply adding background noise. It’s a powerful tool for strategically emphasising the story, key points, and actions within the video.
Precisely timed sound effects can emphasize actions, making them feel more impactful, and direct the audience’s focus to important details or events on screen. For example, a subtle ‘ding’ for important information or a ‘swoosh’ for transitions can help maintain audience interest.
Carefully consider which sounds enhance the story and how they emphasise it, while omitting sounds that don’t contribute to the main narrative.