Designing a Voice-Guided Experience for Britannica
Jeffrey Gardner ’19 helps Encyclopedia Britannica bring its new, interactive Guardians of History game to life for the masses.
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A Return to Sound and Storytelling
MA in Sound Arts and Industries Founder Jacob Smith explains how his new audio book/podcast combines his passions for music, sound, and history.
The Indigenous Tour: Unearthing Untold Stories About Local Tribes
Sarah Espinoza ’19 and Jeffrey Gardner ’19 created soundscapes, audio clips, and narration for a virtual reality campus walking tour.
Northwestern’s Own Participate in The Chicago Sound Show
Faculty member Olivia Block and Andy Slater ’20 received invitations to participate in a Smart Museum of Art exhibit.
Creating Musical Instruments Using Modern Technology
As a TA for Digital Musical Instrument Design, Madhav Ghei ’19 helped students craft prototyping plans and construct musical instruments.
An Inside Look at Voiceover Acting with Donna Jay Fulks
Longtime voiceover pro Donna Jay Fulks shares how she got her start—and what it’s like working in the industry today
The Student Has Become the Master
Sound Arts and Industries alum Russ Gillespie reflects on his quarter helping teach Virtual Audio Production.
Where Are They Now?: Pavan Vasdev
After graduating from Sound Arts and Industries, Pavan Vasdev facilitated an international collaboration between the famous Bollywood composer Pritam and Los Angeles’ DJ Marshmello.
Influential and Inspiring Experiences at HearSay Festival
Northwestern Sound Arts and Industries students and professor reflect on their trip to a non-traditional audio festival.
Making Game of Thrones Come Alive
Paula Fairfield, Game of Thrones sound designer, talks about what this project meant to her—and what she’s ready to work on next.