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Simon Charles is a highly skilled sound specialist for film, television, documentaries, commercials and corporate productions. He has the expertise and equipment to deliver exceptional sound quality anywhere, from studios to challenging environments.

With advanced knowledge of digital recording techniques, microphone placement, signal flow and audio troubleshooting, Simon ensures the best possible audio capture. His reliability guarantees flawless recording of critical audio the first time. His kit includes top-of-the-line equipment from Sound Devices, Sennheiser, WisyCom, Sanken, Sony and DPA.

With over two decades of experience, Simon specialises in sound production across various projects including short films, features, TV series, documentaries, commercials and corporate productions. He’s also worked on live events, theatre productions in London’s West End and luxury cruise ships. This extensive experience has given him a deep understanding of sound equipment and familiarity with popular cameras from Arri,  RED, Canon and Sony.

Based in Dubai, Simon Charles is in the perfect location to cater for productions in the UAE, Middle East and worldwide.

 
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PRODUCTION SOUND

  • Full-service on-set and location sound recording

  • Film, documentary, commercials, corporate and ENG

  • Playback for music videos (Full TimeCode sync available)

Standard location kit

  • Sound Devices 888

  • 2 x Wireless microphones

  • Shotgun microphone with windjammer

  • Boom

  • Wireless or Cable feed to camera

  • Various cables, adaptors, and accessories are also supplied

Click here for more info on Equipment

SOUND EFFECTS | AMBIENCES | SOUNDSCAPES

  • Mono & stereo recordings

  • MS (MidSide) recording

  • Binaural

  • Ambisonic recording for VR & 360

  • Dedicated recording kits

Podcast Recording & Consulatation

  • Mobile podcast setup
    [My setup is designed to come to wherever you are. I don't have a dedicated studio space.]

  • Multiple studio quality microphones

  • Various stands and mounts

  • Headphones with distribution

  • Consultation for your Podcast setup and production

Other Services

  • Portable Voice Over setup

  • Sound restoration

  • Transcription (English)

  • Consultation

  • Sound training

  • Cable making

 

Feel free to contact me me if you have any questions or if you would like to book my services.

I look forward to working with you soon!

Testimonials

““With a strong technological know how and a good work ethic, Simon has been our go-to sound recordist in the UAE for some time now.””

J.Harry Edmiston / Producer/Director | CNN/Turner Commercial productions”
““Absolute trooper! I had the privilege of working with Simon on an intense desert day shoot. Simon was extremely professional, knowledgeable and consultative. Simon worked quick, delivered great results and didn’t complain about the heat once, even after having already spent a week working in the desert prior to our shoot!”

Maysam Faraj, Local Media UAE (Dubai)”
““Simon is good professional; he’s always ready on set and just spreads positive energy!”

Peeter Nieler, Founder & Partner at Criffin R&D (Estonia)”