1. Sound designer
Works to the specification of the director
Works to a theme creating sound -scapes
Works to strict time limits
Provides sound effects in a play
Works closely with the composer
Trains the sound operators that will be
operating the lights on the night

2.  The sound designer will meet with the director and the
design team (set, costume, lighting and sound
designers), to discuss the details of the set and the
director's interpretation of the play. The set, costume
and lighting designers also meet and work together to
ensure the creation of a unified look and feel for the
production. A lively exchange of initial ideas and first
impressions helps clarify the steps that each person
needs to take in this intensely collaborative process.

3.  Duties during the Planning Period:
 l. Read the script and become familiar with
the production concept.
 2. Prepare a list of the required sound and
music in the script. It is usually helpful to categorize
items as follows:
 · Live sound;
 · Recorded sound;
 · Live music;
 · Recorded music and Reinforcement or
enhancement.

4.  For each classification note the type and quality
desired.
3. Make a sound/music effects worksheet; in
consultation with the Director, decide how these
sound and music
 effects are to be obtained .
4. Coordinate in consultation with the Director the
location and (possible) recording of musicians, if live
music is to be used.

5. 5.Plan the construction and/or location of equipment, in
consultation with the Tech Director (TD), Lighting
Designer
(LD) and Stage Manager (SM).
6.Prepare a time schedule of work and deadlines.
Commitments include practice rehearsals, special
recording sessions, crew instruction sessions, level
setting sessions, technical rehearsals and
performances.