ASSG

Making Waves: Film Discussion and QnA
2020-08-07 10:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Online
The ASSG Invites you to a Panel and QnA with the makers of Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound
(Zoom) Friday 7th August, 10am

Join the Director Midge Costin, and writer producer Bobette Buster plus special guests for a discussion about the story of sound for screen, and the art of telling story through sound.
This is a Free Event for ASSG members. We welcome non-members, with e-ticket donations going to the Motion Picture Industry Benevolent Society
BOOK YOUR E-TICKET HERE
The e-ticket is for the online panel and QnA only. To view the film from the comfort and safety fo your own home, click here

Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound reveals the hidden power of sound in cinema – and the unsung heroes whose creative breakthroughs have impacted the most beloved, classic films. Through film clips, interviews and archival footage, this documentary captures the history, impact and process of this overlooked art form. Featuring the insights and stories of iconic directors such as George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, David Lynch, Barbra Streisand, Ang Lee, Sofia Coppola and Ryan Coogler, working with sound design pioneers – Walter Murch, Ben Burtt and Gary Rydstrom –and the many women and men who followed in their footsteps.
We recommend you watch the documentary from home ahead of the event.
Watch Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound

Sound Bar: What's in your 'Oh Sh*t" Kit?
2023-03-22 19:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom
When your equipment breaks down and you’ve got 3 minutes to capture a once-in-a-lifetime moment, what’s in your little bag of tricks that saves the day?
When: Wednesday, March 22nd @ 7pm AEDT

A20-Nexus
2023-05-11 09:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Perth) | General Collective, 580 Beaufort Street, Mt Lawley, WA, 6050, Australia
A20-Nexus Demonstration day
Check out the latest from Sound Devices

Get a hands-on play of Sound Devices’ flagship multi-channel receiver A20-Nexus, the latest in their best-in-class Astral Series wireless transmitters and receivers with SpectraBand technology.
Pop in anytime for a 1-on-1 demonstration and test session hosted by Rob Ramon of AKA Pro Audio.
Meet the half-rack receiver with an entire rack’s worth of features. The next-generation A20-Nexus is expandable from 8 channels up to 12 and 16 with additional software and features forward-thinking technologies like SpectraBand, the powerful NexLink remote-control link, real time spectrum analysis, and more. With multiple options for audio outputs, powering, and remote control, the A20-Nexus can seamlessly adapt to your workflow, both now and in the future.

Thursday, May 11th
Pop in anytime between 9:30am – 4pm
The General Collective 580 Beaufort Street, Mt Lawley

Sound Bar: Show Us Your Rig!
2023-05-24 18:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom
Let’s show off our Sound Carts and Bag, Edit suites and Stages – to talk all things audio gear.
When: Wednesday, May 24th @ 6:30pm AEST

AFTRS: Feeling It - Music and Sound on Screen
2023-06-11 11:00 - 12:30 (Australia/Sydney) | NSW
Feeling It: Music and Sound on Screen
Join AFTRS’ Head of Screen Composition, Cameron Patrick and Head of Sound, Stephen Murphy, as they pull back the curtain and teach the tricks of the trade in shifting tone through composition and recording foley to mimic the everyday in this interactive session presented by AFTRS as part of Vivid Sydney.

Event Details

Ever wondered how filmmakers decide on that perfect score to have our hearts fluttering during a rom-com or our pulses quicken while watching a thriller? Learn the tricks of the trade in this interactive session presented by AFTRS.
Using breathtaking footage of nature taken from AFTRS short films, join Head of Screen Composition Cameron Patrick for a live scoring session, where he’ll offer different musical approaches for you to choose from. Together, you’ll unpack how simply changing the music can dramatically shift the meaning and resonance of a scene.
Following that will be a foley demonstration – aka the everyday sound effects added to a film, like re-recording footsteps or crumpling cellophane to make fire crackling sounds – by AFTRS Head of Sound Stephen Murphy.
See – and hear – the creativity that exists behind the scenes of films, as we peel back the curtain on movie magic.

11 June 2023
11am – 12.15pm

Vivid Ideas Exchange – Telstra Customer Insight Centre
Level 2, 400 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000

AVID Pro Tools webinar
2023-06-15 18:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Zoom
AVID Pro Tools webinar
Drew Parson (AVID) and Carlos Manrique Clavijo (SA Rep) will be hosting a webinar for ASSG Members, running through the new features in Pro Tools and pipeline / setup options, followed by an open Q&A.
Some of the topics covered will include:

Working with Dolby Atmos (on a single workstation)
Aux IO
Timecode overlay

When: Wednesday, June 15th 2023
TIme: 6:30pm Adelaide Time (7pm Eastern / 5pm Western)
Where: Zoom

NSW Members Social Get Together
2023-07-07 | NSW
NSW Members Social Get Together 🍻
We’re excited to invite all our amazing NSW members to a social catch-up drink on Friday July 7th.
Whether you’re a long-standing member or new to the ASSG, this is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded soundies.
Mark your calendars and spread the word!
When: Friday, July 7th, 2023
Time and Location as still being worked out, so keep your eyes out on our socials and emails for more details soon.

Sound Bar: Working across multiple genres and formats
2023-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom
Topic: Working across multiple genres and formats
Let’s chat about what we love (and hate) about working across different genres and formats. Whether its Documentaries, Dramas, or Animations – or Interactive, Broadcast, or Cinema.
When: Wednesday, July 26th @ 6:30pm AEST

Sound Bar: Advice I wish I had when starting out
2023-09-13 18:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom
Topic: Advice I wish I had when starting out
Let’s have a chat about things we wish we learned earlier.
When: Wednesday, Sept 13th @ 6:30pm AEST

VIC Social Drinks - Sept 2023
2023-09-13 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Corner Hotel, 57 Swan Street, Richmond, VIC, Australia
VIC Social Drinks 🍻
Since everyone was so happy to share a beer and a few yarns last time around I’m very happy to invite you all to do it again!
When: Wednesday, September 13th
Time: from 7pm
Where: The Corner Hotel, Richmond
RSVP: by Friday, Sept 8th to vic@assg.org.au

2023 Nominee Announcement
2023-10-05 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Online
Watch our Live-stream Nominee Announcement for the 2023 ASSG Awards!
Find us on Facebook

MAINTAINING HEALTH AND WELLBEING IN THE SCREEN INDUSTRY
2023-10-11 17:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom
Working in the screen industries is both rewarding and strenuous, physically and mentally. How can practitioners maintain relative balance between flourishing and falling, particularly when artistic output is built with emotion? Wellbeing for Business explores ways that creative professionals can purposely bring wellbeing practice into their everyday lives. Led by a creative industries and wellbeing specialist, this interactive workshop is a tonic to help practitioners remain creative for the long term.
The workshop focuses on the following topics:
+ The physical, mental and emotional aspects of Wellbeing;
+ The most effective ways to define personal boundaries;
+ Understanding imposter syndrome, self-critical thoughts and self-sabotage;
+ How business tips can (surprisingly) help with wellbeing;
+ Creative practice processes in the modern world, including managing blocks.
Wednesday, October 11th 2023
on Zoom
5:30pm – 7:30pm AEDT

RSVP By October 10th 2023

This event is funded by the NSW Government Small Business Month. Check out www.smallbusinessmonth.nsw.gov.au for further information #NSWSmallBizMonth

2023 Screen and Stage Summer Party (VIC)
2023-12-01 18:30 - 22:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | St Kilda Town Hall, 99A Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC, Australia
Kick back and enjoy the summer with an open bar, live music, good food, old friends and new faces.
Friday, December 1st, 6:30pm.
St Kilda Town Hall
Free to ASSG Members!
Tickets essential!

2023 ASSG Awards
2023-12-02 12:30 - 15:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour, NSW, Australia
2023 ASSG Awards – December 2nd
12:30pm Drinks
1pm Awards Start
Dockside
Balcony Level, Cockle Bay Wharf
Darling Harbour, Sydney
Tickets now available – Here
After Party following the awards.

WA End Of Year Drinks
2023-12-08 17:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Perth) | Seasonals, 175 Guildford Rd, Maylands, WA, Australia
Join us for a casual catch up as we mark off another year.
All Soundies welcome
When: Friday, December 8th 2023, from 5pm
Where: The Seasonal Brewing Co. – 175 Guildford Rd, Maylands WA

NSW SCREEN GUILDS - END OF YEAR DRINKS 2023
2023-12-08 18:00 - 22:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Watson’s EQ, 1 Bent Street, Moore Park, NSW, Australia
SCREEN GUILDS & SCREEN VIXENS NSW CHAPTERS END OF YEAR DRINKS 2023

It’s that time of year again! We warmly invite NSW chapter members of the screen guilds and associations to our End of Year Networking Drinks to celebrate another big twelve months for us all.
Tickets:
$10 for Guild Members & Yearly Vixens
$20 for non-guild/member guests.
Ticket price includes entry to venue and a complimentary drink and finger food on arrival. Cash bar after that.
(Please note ticket fees and GST will be added to the above prices)
Date: FRIDAY 8TH DECEMBER 2022
Time: 6pm – 10pm
Venue: Watson’s EQ, 1 Bent Street. Moore Park 2021, Sydney – Gadigal Country
Please email nswboardmember@wiftaustralia.org.au if you have any accessibility requirements.
This event is brought to you by WIFT NSW, Screen Vixens, ASSG, ASE & ACS.
We look forward to seeing you there.

QLD Screen Industry Guilds Drinks
2023-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Sound Garden, 318 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, QLD, Australia
It’s that time of year again!
Time for the Christmas Drinks for all Screen Industry Guild members and those interested in filmmaking. Back in our favourite Sound Garden for the third time!
Come and catch up with colleagues and friends.
Tickets are $15 for members and $20 for non-members (plus GST)
When: Wed, 13 Dec 2023 6:00 PM
Where: The Sound Garden

2023 Annual General Meeting
2023-12-13 19:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Online
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
AUSTRALIAN SCREEN SOUND GUILD
to be held at
on Zoom
Wednesday, 13th December 2023
7:00pm AEDT (NSW, VIC, ACT, TAS)
6:30pm ACDT (SA)
6:00pm AEST (QLD)
5:30pm ACST (NT)
4:00pm AWST (WA)
We encourage all ASSG Members to attend the AGM. It’s an opportunity to get to know how the Guild operates and to raise any matters or ask questions.
We hope to see you there!
AGENDA
Confirmation of the minutes of the last Annual General Meeting
President’s Report
Treasurer’s Report
Election of Executive Committee Members
General Business
AGM REGULATIONS
A quorum for the AGM is deemed to be five full and financial members.
Only full and financial members are entitled to stand for positions on the committee and vote in the elections.

LYREBIRDS WORKSHOPS
2024-01-09 09:30 - 16:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | NSW
If you are a female, trans or gender nonconforming practitioner in the screen sound industry then these workshops are for you. Whether you’re an award-winning soundo or a 3rd year film student, come learn from some legends, hang out, drink coffee, and play with equipment.

Come to a single workshop or come to everything.

Visit link for book and more details

9 Jan – 9:30-4:30 – Post sound with Cate Cahill @ SAE Brisbane
30 Jan – 9:30-4:30 – Game sound with Maize Wallin @ SAE Brisbane
31 Jan – 9:30-4:30 – The future of sound with Alicia Butterworth @ SAE Brisbane
2 Feb – 9:30-12:00 or 1:00-3:30 – Soldering with Ian Grant @ QCA South Bank
7 Feb – 9:30-4:30 – Sound recording for doco and unscripted with Sarah Henty @ Griffith Film School West End
9 Feb – 9:30-4:30 – The sound utility role in drama with Kara Moolman @ Griffith Film School West End
12 Feb – 9:00-5:00 – The essential workshop – sound business with Monica Davidson @ Griffith Film School South Bank

"Talk To Me" - Feature Length Screening followed by Q&A
2024-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Soundfirm Melbourne
THIS EVENT HAS PASSED. Find the summary here: assg.org.au/talk-to-me-qna/
“Talk To Me” – Feature Length Screening followed by Q&A with Location Recordist Nick Steele and Supervising Sound Editor & Re-recording Mixer Emma Bortignon
After winning the 2024 AACTA Award for Best Sound in Film, the ASSG is proud to invite members to a screening of the entire film at Soundfirm Melbourne. An open Q&A session will follow the screening, led by location recordist Nick Steele and Supervising Sound Editor & Re-recording Mixer Emma Bortignon.
The screening will take place on Wednesday May 8 at 6pm.
Places are strictly limited – please RSVP by May 1st to confirm your place.
The Q&A will be recorded for all members to enjoy at a later date.
You can find the recording of the Q&A Here: https://assg.org.au/talk-to-me-qna/

2024 ASSG Award Submissions
2024-06-08 - 2024-07-24 | NSW
Submissions for the 2024 ASSG Awards will be open from June 8th. With Early bird Entries closing Jul 1th, and late Entries closing July 22nd.
More details on how to enter will be released soon.

The Sound of “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”
2024-06-17 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Spectrum Films, 61/38 Driver Ave, Moore Park, NSW, Australia
THIS EVENT HAS PASSED. Found the summary here: assg.org.au/furiosa-a-mad-max-saga/

Meet the crew behind George Miller’s latest blockbuster film “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”. Experience the films immense sound mix in Dolby Atmos in the room it was mixed in at Spectrum Films and gain a unique incite into the way the film soundtrack was brought to life.
RSVP to nsw@assg.org.au
Spaces are limited, RSVP is essential
This event is for ASSG Members Only

2024 ASSG Award Submissions - Early Bird Closes July 12
2024-07-12 23:30 (Australia/Perth) | NSW
Submissions for the 2024 ASSG Awards will be open from June 8th. With Early bird Entries closing Jul 12th, and late Entries closing July 22nd.

Noise Reduction Technology for Dialogue Editing
2024-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Perth) | ABC Perth, 30 Fielder St, East Perth, WA, Australia
Join the WA Chapter of the ASSG for a discussion and workshop on the use of Noise Reduction Technology for Dialogue Editing and Sound Post Production.
Speakers: Kim Lord and Ben Morris
Date: 18th July 2024
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Location: ABC Studios Perth
Are you curious about the latest advancements in noise reduction technology and Artificial Intelligence in Sound Post Production? Do you want to see how technology can help to improve dialogue intelligibility? Do you want to discuss contemporary techniques in Dialogue and FX tracklaying? Then mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss this special event!
The ASSG is thrilled to present another of its workshops, this time featuring two of Perth’s experienced practitioners: Kim Lord and Ben Morris.
Together, they will delve into the current state of Noise Reduction tools, shedding light on groundbreaking techniques, emerging trends, and the future of audio enhancement. This informal session aims to inform members on what can be made better and what can’t easily be repaired, and how this all relates to location recording decisions.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a passionate enthusiast, or simply intrigued by the possibilities of audio innovation, this talk promises to be both informative and inspiring.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge, connect with fellow ASSG members, and gain valuable insights from industry leaders.
Join us for an evening of enlightenment, exploration, and engaging discussion. We look forward to seeing you there!
RSVP to wa@assg.org.au
Spaces are limited, RSVP is essential

2024 AWARDS - 1st Round Feature Judging NSW
2024-08-02 - 2024-08-03 | NSW
Our 1st Round Feature judging is taking place across 2nd & 3rd August in Sydney.
The panel will watch 20-minute segments from each film entered. Judging on the overall sound and the sound for each craft category.
The Score determines a shortlist for all feature and craft categories.

If you would like to participate in this year’s 1st round feature film panel, please complete the form at the link below ASAP.
Sign up to become an ASSG Award Judge
Past judges have often told us how rewarding and interesting the process is, so if you have ever wondered what it would be like to be a judge, we would love to hear from you! And if you have been a judge in the past, we would love to have you back again!

2024 ASSG Award - Nomination Annoucement
2024-10-06 18:00 - 18:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Online
Watch the announcement of the 2024 Nominations LIVE on Facebook this Sunday, October 6th.

Sunday, October 6th
6pm – Sydney / Melbourne / Hobart
5:30pm – Adelaide
5pm – Brisbane
3pm – Perth

AFTRS & SENNHEISER PRESENT: In the Field with Andy Taylor ACS
2024-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | AFTRS, The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park, NSW, 2021, Australia
AFTRS & SENNHEISER PRESENT:
In the Field with Andy Taylor ACS
6pm, Tuesday, 8 October
Main Theatre, AFTRS, Building 130,
The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park New South Wales 2021

RSVP BY: OCTOBER 2ND 2024

Andy Taylor is an ACS accredited cinematographer and CASA certified drone pilot.
He was granted accreditation by the Australian Cinematographers Society in 2002 and inducted into the ACS Hall of Fame in 2024, his work has now been recognised with over 30 ACS Awards and 6 prestigious Walkley Awards for cinematography.
Based in Sydney, Andy specialises in filming documentaries, commercials and network promo’s. His international and domestic clients include: Netflix, National Geographic, Disney+ and CBS 60 Minutes (USA) BBC Studios, ITV and Grain Media (UK), Tourism Australia, Queensland Tourism, IN-Films, Ray Martin Media and Australian broadcasters: Nine, Seven, SBS & ABC-TV.
Andy started his career working in the ABC’s Cinecamera Department during
the late 1980’s. Now with over 30 years of experience Andy is considered one of Australia’s most respected, reliable and versatile cinematographers having filmed a wide variety of productions throughout Australia and in over 110 countries and territories on every continent.
Andy will share his equipment choices, production methods and run through his thought process – including the many and varied technical and creative decisions that need to be considered on location when the pressure is on.
This event in AFTRS Main Theatre will provide unique access to Andy’s expertise, along with Sennheiser equipment for enhanced audio outcomes. The workshop will include direct instruction from Andy, followed by a Q&A segment hosted in conversation style with our friends from Sennheiser.

PROGRAM:
6:00 – 6:45pm Drinks/nibbles and networking in Café/Foyer/Studio 3 for product demonstrations with Sennheiser
7:00pm Seated in Main Theatre and ready for Introductions.
7:00 – 8:30pm Masterclass and Q&A discussion with Andy Taylor
8:30pm Mingle in the foyer with our host, Andy Taylor

Close approx. 9:00pm

ASSG NSW: Blue Eye Samurai Event
2024-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Soundfirm Sydney, 100 Queen Street, Beaconsfield, NSW, Australia
THIS EVENT HAS PASSED. Find the summary here: assg.org.au/blue-eye-samurai-event/

Please join the ASSG in celebrating the Primetime Emmy Nomination for the Australian contingent of the Sound Editing crew of Netflix’s “Blue Eye Samurai“. We will screen an episode of the show and toast this incredible achievement.

Pro Tools – A Year in Review
2024-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Factory Sound, 75-85 York St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Pro Tools – A Year in Review
Join us as Drew Parsons, Avid Pro Audio Solutions Specialist, demonstrates some of the workflow improvements in Pro Tools over the three feature releases in 2024. Improvements for Music, Post, Immersive and general usability along with new third party integrations to enhance workflow for all Pro Tools users across a number of new features including;

Integrated Dolby Atmos renderer
Dolby Atmos custom live re-renders.
Improved Track Markers
ARA 2 support for iZotope RX Spectral Editor, Sound Radix Auto-Align 2, Steinberg WaveLab Go and Spectralayers
Session interoperability with Avid Media Composer.
Session Data Import
MIDI Improvements and more..

This event will be live streamed for those members that cannot attend in person.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Location: Factory Sound, 75-85 York St, South Melbourne
Date: Wednesday Nov 13th
Members arrive: 6PM.
Event/Live Stream starts: 6:45PM
RSVP: vic@assg.org.au

2024 ASSG Awards
2024-11-30 | South Australia Film Corporation, 1 Mulberry Road, Glenside, South Australia, Australia
The 2024 ASSG Awards will be held on
Saturday, November 30th 2024
in
Adelaide, South Australia
at
SAFC – Adelaide Studios
1 Mulberry Rd, Glenside, South Australia
Buy your tickets here

12:30pm – Door Open / Pre-Drinks in the SAFC Atrium
1:15pm – Ceremony Starts in Adelaide Studios Screening Theatre
Followed by…
More Food and Drinks, and our DAW prize in the Atrium

The awards this year will be a theatre style Ceremony. They’ll be no assigned seats – it’s first come, first serve.
Followed by roaming catering service with a food and drinks as we celebrate the day.

Honouring Lifetime Achievement Recipient
Liam Egan
Hosted by
Angharad ‘Rad’ Yeo
$100 for members
$150 for non-members
Tickets must be purchased by November 22nd
