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Sound Design for Urban Planning

Professional video production services

Creative sound design adding depth and atmosphere. — tailored for urban planning 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 Urban Planning Needs Sound Design

In the Urban Planning sector, professional video content has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. Whether you need promotional material, training content, or brand storytelling, Sound Design delivers measurable results that transform how urban planning professionals communicate with their audience.

Specific Challenges for Urban Planning

Urban planning video production communicates complex spatial strategies to diverse stakeholders — elected officials, residents, developers, and regulatory bodies who each need different levels of technical detail. Public consultation videos must translate master plans, zoning changes, and infrastructure projects into visual narratives that non-specialists can understand and respond to. Animated 3D visualizations showing proposed developments in their existing urban context (shadow studies, traffic flow simulations, green space distribution) are the most effective tools for informed public debate. Documentary-style films covering the planning process from community workshops to final approval build transparency and public trust. Drone surveys of existing conditions provide baseline documentation and before/after comparison material. Distribution targets municipal websites, public meeting presentations, and urban planning publications. Budgets are public-sector funded: 3,000-10,000 euros for consultation videos, 10,000-40,000 euros for 3D urban visualizations, and 5,000-20,000 euros for project documentary films.

Video Challenges in Urban Planning

Visualizing Spaces Before They Exist

Architecture is fundamentally about imagining spaces — and video is the most powerful tool for helping clients see the vision. 3D architectural walkthroughs increase project approval rates by 45%. Yet the challenge is creating photorealistic visualizations that accurately represent materials, lighting, and spatial feeling.

From timelapse construction documentation to animated project presentations, portfolio showcases to client pitch materials, architecture video spans physical and digital realms. Each project phase demands different content: concept renders, progress documentation, and completed project films.

Success Stories & Case Studies

Real Estate Development Presentation

An architecture firm created 3D animated walkthroughs for a mixed-use development project. The visualization secured €45M in investor funding and pre-sold 65% of residential units before construction began — a 40% improvement over their previous non-video presentations.

Key Benefits for Urban Planning

Project Approval & Client Acquisition

Architecture video accelerates business: 3D walkthroughs increase project approval rates by 45%, construction timelapse videos build client confidence and reduce change orders by 25%, and portfolio showreels help firms win 35% more competitive bids. Firms with video-enhanced presentations report 60% faster client decision-making.

Our Sound Design 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 Sound Design Unique

Sound design creates the sonic world of your video — from environmental ambiences and textural layers to stylized effects that support the visual storytelling. We build soundscapes from scratch using field recordings, synthesized elements, and processed samples, layering them to create depth and spatial dimension that viewers feel more than hear. This goes beyond simple sound effects: it's the hum of a server room, the distant traffic behind an interview, the metallic ring after a logo animation, or the tension-building drone under a reveal. Sound design is done in Pro Tools and takes 3-5 business days for a 2-3 minute piece. We deliver stems (dialogue, music, effects) separately for future flexibility.

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 Sound Design for Urban Planning

Ready to elevate your Urban Planning brand with professional sound design? 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.

Ready to bring your vision to life?

Let's discuss your sound design needs for urban planning. Free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

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