
FAQ About The Cultural Impact of Sound Design in Film and Media

What is Foley and how does it relate to sound design?
Foley is a technique used in sound design to reproduce everyday sound effects that are added to films and media during post-production. Named after sound-effects artist Jack Foley, these manually-created sounds replicate ordinary noises such as footsteps, doors creaking, or glass breaking, adding realism and enhancing the auditory experience.