Impact and foley
Describe a specific action, surface and strength instead of a generic effect name.
SOUND FOR VIDEO
Design a cue for the moment on screen
Brief an impact, ambience or transition around the picture and listen to the result in context. The cup and waveform image is an illustration, not playable or verified audio.
How to build a sound effect
- 1
Mark the moment
Identify the on-screen action, timing and approximate length of the cue.
- 2
Describe the sound
Write a brief for the source, texture, intensity and environment in an audio workflow on the canvas.
- 3
Audition with picture
Listen alongside video, dialogue and music; revise the cue or edit its timing and level as needed.
Sound design starting points
Ambient layers
Build a room or outdoor bed that supports the visual setting without masking dialogue.
Transitions
Test a short cue at a cut and judge whether it helps the edit or draws attention away.
Inputs, output and review
| Input | A written sound brief tied to a video moment. | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | An audio cue to audition on the canvas; the page image is illustrative and has no sound. | |
| Review | Listen for timing, level, artifacts and fit with dialogue and music. |
AI sound effects FAQ
Can I listen to a sound effect on this page?
No. This page shows an illustrative image. Open the Astorie canvas to generate and audition audio.
What makes a useful sound brief?
Describe the action, material, environment, intensity and approximate timing, then listen and revise.
Can I use a generated cue commercially?
Commercial use of new generations depends on your plan, the selected model provider’s terms and your rights to the inputs. Check Astorie’s current commercial-use policy before release.
Write a cue for your next cut
Create on the canvas, listen with picture, and check rights and levels before publishing.