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Foley & SFX for Higher Education

Professional video production services

Foley and sound effects for immersive audio. — tailored for higher education professionals.

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Our Process

Three steps to your perfect video

01

Transcription & Translation

AI-assisted transcription with human verification for 99%+ accuracy, then professional translation with cultural adaptation.

Technical details
Whisper AI transcription, human QA pass, timecoded SRT generation, professional translators for each language.
02

Recording & Sound Design

Professional voiceover in treated studio, sound effects design, Foley recording, and audio mixing.

Technical details
Neumann U87 microphone, treated vocal booth, Pro Tools mixing, 5.1 surround option.
03

Sync & Delivery

Subtitle sync verification, audio quality check, and multi-format delivery with accessibility compliance.

Technical details
SRT/VTT/SCC subtitle formats, WCAG accessibility compliance, stereo + 5.1 audio delivery.

Good to know

Every project includes a dedicated project manager and clear milestones with approval checkpoints.

All final deliverables are yours — full ownership and usage rights included with every project.

Why Higher Education Needs Foley & SFX

In the Higher Education sector, professional video content has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. Whether you need promotional material, training content, or brand storytelling, Foley & SFX delivers measurable results that transform how higher education professionals communicate with their audience.

Specific Challenges for Higher Education

Grande école and business school video production is a high-stakes recruitment tool in a market where institutions compete for the same pool of top students with similar academic profiles. The differentiator is campus experience, career outcomes, and network value — all of which video conveys more effectively than brochures. Testimonial videos from successful alumni (naming employers, job titles, and salary progression) are the single most conversion-effective content type. Campus life content must showcase diversity, international exchange programs, and the social experience alongside academic rigor. Corporate partnership highlight reels demonstrating real consulting projects and internship placements prove the practical value proposition. Production quality expectations are high because these institutions charge 10,000-40,000 euros per year in tuition. Annual video budgets range from 15,000 to 80,000 euros, with open-day event coverage and admissions campaign films being the priority investments. The KPIs are application volume, yield rate (admitted-to-enrolled conversion), and international student percentage.

Video Challenges in Higher Education

Engaging the Digital-Native Learner

Education faces a fundamental shift: students now expect video-first learning experiences. 65% of people are visual learners, and video-based courses see 25% higher completion rates. Yet producing quality educational content at scale — across subjects, levels, and languages — remains a significant challenge for institutions.

Universities compete for students through campus tour videos and program showcases. E-learning platforms need engaging tutorials that maintain attention. Corporate training requires compliance-tracked modules that employees actually watch. Each context demands different production approaches.

Success Stories & Case Studies

University Recruitment Campaign

A business school replaced their print prospectus with a series of student life videos and virtual campus tours. Applications from international students increased 78%, and the cost per qualified applicant decreased by 45% compared to traditional recruitment channels.

Key Benefits for Higher Education

Learning Outcomes & Institutional Growth

Educational video delivers measurable impact: video-enhanced courses improve test scores by 20%, campus tour videos increase enrollment yield by 35%, and micro-learning videos reduce training time by 60% while improving knowledge retention by 25-60%. Institutions with strong video presence report 40% more organic applications.

Our Foley & SFX Process

Audio & Subtitling Process

1. Transcription: AI-assisted transcription followed by human verification for 99%+ accuracy. Timecoded script creation.

2. Translation/Adaptation: Professional translation with cultural adaptation, lip-sync timing for dubbing, and accessibility compliance (WCAG).

3. Recording/Integration: Professional voiceover recording in treated studio, sound design, Foley, and mix in 5.1/stereo.

4. QC & Delivery: Sync verification, audio quality check, format-specific export, and subtitle file delivery (SRT, VTT, SCC).

What Makes Foley & SFX Unique

Foley recording recreates the physical sounds that production microphones miss or under-capture — footsteps, clothing rustle, door handles, glass clinks, paper shuffling, and object interactions. We perform Foley in our dedicated studio with specialized surfaces (concrete, wood, gravel, carpet) and a library of props matched to your scene requirements. Each sound is performed in sync with the picture by a trained Foley artist and recorded with close-miked precision. This service transforms flat-sounding footage into immersive, believable scenes. A 5-minute film requires 1-2 days of Foley recording plus 1 day of editing and mixing. We deliver Foley tracks as separate stems for integration with your dialogue and music mix.

What You Receive

You receive: subtitle files (SRT, VTT, SCC), burned-in subtitle version, audio mix (stereo + 5.1), voiceover stems, and accessibility compliance report.

Technical Specifications

Audio: 48kHz/24-bit WAV, AAC, MP3 | Subtitles: SRT, VTT, SCC, TTML | Studio: Treated vocal booth, Neumann U87, RME interface | Mix: Pro Tools, stereo + 5.1 surround

Getting Started with Foley & SFX for Higher Education

Ready to elevate your Higher Education brand with professional foley & sfx? Our team combines deep industry expertise with advanced production techniques to deliver content that drives real results. Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

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