Film & game scoring vs Sound design
Film & game scoring and sound design have 88% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Film & game scoring | Sound design |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 4 hours a week | 3 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Lively | Calm |
| To start | $100 | $50 |
Choose film & game scoring if
- More of an indoor thing
- Closer to home
- Slower to reward you
About $100 to start, then about $15 a month.
Choose sound design if
- More time outside
- More exploring new places
- Quicker first wins
About $50 to start, then about $5 a month.
What you'll need
- Film & game scoring: About $100 to start, then about $15 a month. Full cost breakdown
- Sound design: Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone, Audio Interface, Pop Filter Full cost breakdown