The excitement buzzing in the Australian screen sound community is palpable as we dive into the 2024 Australian Screen Sound Guild (ASSG) nominations. This year’s lineup is more than just awards; it’s a celebration of remarkable talent in sound engineering and music production. Trackdown's Sydney Recording Studio stands out with several nominations, showcasing their dedication to sound excellence. Let’s explore these nominations, highlighting the remarkable skills of the nominees and the creativity that defines the Australian sound design landscape.
Best Sound for a Television Series: Boy Swallows Universe
One of the most exciting contenders in the Best Sound for a Television Series category is Boy Swallows Universe. This adaptation of Trent Dalton's novel has struck a chord with both viewers and critics, thanks to a sound team that knows how to amplify the story’s emotional weight.
Our Head of Sound & Music Tim Ryan and Chief Technical Officer Craig Beckett have been nominated for their work on this film;
Tim Ryan - Music Editor
Craig Beckett - Music Editor
Tim and Craig’s expertise in music editing has created an audio landscape that enhances the narrative. By expertly layering sounds and selecting evocative music, they have allowed the audience to immerse themselves in this heartfelt story.

Best Sound for a Feature Film: Furiosa
Now, let’s turn to the cinematic excitement of Furiosa, which is nominated for Best Sound for a Feature Film. This highly anticipated movie from the Mad Max franchise showcases the talents of our impressive audio engineering team:
Craig Beckett - Score Engineer / ADR Mixer
Liam Moses - Protools Operator / ADR Mixer
Charlie Howe - Assistant Score Engineer
Isaac Ross - Assistant Score Engineer
Their work highlights the critical role sound and music plays in creating a gripping atmosphere.
The Andrew Plain Award: Best Sound Editing - Furiosa
Furiosa also shines with a nomination for The Andrew Plain Award for Best Sound Editing. Again, Craig Beckett and Liam Moses are honoured with a nomination for their contribution on the Soundtrack.

Best Music Production: A Terrific Triple Nomination for Trackdown
And I've saved the best for last, our proudest highlight on this list is Trackdown's #BIG3 achievement—receiving three out of the four possible nominations for Best Music Production. This is a true testament to their excellence in our industry;
The Convert
Tim Ryan - Music Editor
Craig Beckett - Score Engineer / Music Editor
Liam Moses - Score Recordist
Charlie Howe - Assistant Score Engineer

Furiosa
Craig Beckett - Score Engineer
Liam Moses - Protools Operator
Charlie Howe - Assistant Score Engineer
Isaac Ross - Assistant Score Engineer

Mozart's Sister
Liam Moses - Score Recordist
Charlie Howe - Score Recordist / Assistant Score Engineer

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