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Simon Irving-James

@simonirvingjames.bsky.social

Sound Designer at Coatsink. Watcher of horror films. Digger of holes looking for old coins.

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Nice, added to my list. I do often ask myself that very question.

07.05.2025 20:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Only 4 weeks to go until this year's conference!!

Last year we sold out, and this year the numbers are looking good already, so if you're thinking of coming along, then you may want to get you ticket sooner rather than later...

We'd hate for you to miss out!

02.05.2025 07:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It's really heartening to see other people also donating to our access fund โ€“ huge thanks to those that have done so already!! If youโ€™re in a position to be able to do so, and would like to support other people to attend you can donate via the Website

gameaudiosymposium.com

22.04.2025 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Beards, Cats, and Indie Game Audio Podcast EP 57 - Back At It Hey everyone. Beards, Cats, And Indie Game Audio is back. It's been a long break but I'm back with a new episode. Come have a listen while I catch up with our surprise guest.(It's Gord, Gord is the su...

And just like that Beards, Cats, And Indie Game Audio Podcast is back in action!

www.podbean.com/eas/pb-xz42j...

#BCAIGA #gameaudio

15.01.2025 07:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 33    ๐Ÿ” 11    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 4    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

Yeah Iโ€™m thinking maxing out the ram to 24 might be a good idea. Its always the first issue you run into

24.11.2024 18:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Interesting, good to know

21.11.2024 16:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It does also have a headphone jack, I hadn't considered that! My eyes keep drifting over to the pro models and I'm trying to tell myself an Air will be enough

21.11.2024 16:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Nice, yeah I've heard it has no trouble running Reaper projects. Unity appears to also run well, though it struggles with Unreal

21.11.2024 16:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The trick is to make your brewing set up so complicated/fun that it's a hassle/pleasure to make a cup

21.11.2024 11:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Mulling over a MacBook Air for personal projects/everyday use. Anyone using one for #GameAudio #GameDev? I have a work PC for my day job but need something for stuff on the side. Main uses would be smaller Unity projects and Reaper.

21.11.2024 11:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I worry about where you're sourcing your coffee from, Gary!

21.11.2024 11:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Nice portfolio, I've spent many hours in MK11 and love it, what did you work on?

20.11.2024 11:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
FMOD Music Tutorial - Branching and Layering with Transitions
YouTube video by Marie Havemann FMOD Music Tutorial - Branching and Layering with Transitions

I want to learn more about more advanced dynamic music setups in FMOD to make it easier for me to collaborate with composers. So far I found this great video by @mariehavemann.bsky.social, but curious if people have other recommendations? #gameaudio

15.11.2024 08:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 33    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I am not around Copenhagen but also do not wanna miss this

14.11.2024 10:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Game Audio Talk - Explosions: A crash course for the uninitiated (Barney Oram), Thu, Nov 14, 2024, 6:00 PM | Meetup **๐Ÿ’ฅGame Audio Talk - Explosions: A crash course for the uninitiated ๐Ÿ’ฅ** Barney Oram is coming all the way from the UK to blow our minds with a presentation exploring the

Really looking forward to having my mind blown by Barney Oram's talk about recording explosives tomorrow ๐Ÿ’ฅ If youโ€™re around Copenhagen you donโ€™t wanna miss this! #gameaudio #dkgame #fieldrecording

13.11.2024 16:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 12    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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a close up of a child 's face with a surprised look on his face ALT: a close up of a child 's face with a surprised look on his face

Iโ€™ll race ya, get crackin!

12.11.2024 18:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Out of 90418 files in my library, 14310 still need a UCS CatID ๐Ÿ˜… I'm on a mission to sort through it though. Chipping away a few hundred a day before the work day starts.

12.11.2024 11:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I tried something very similar with a Nikolaj inspired stack of plugins on each of the tracks, about 10 OTT's and a gate on the submix. They're in a secret project though so can't share here ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธ

05.11.2024 17:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A beautiful morning coffee of game audio shot featuring my favourite Sorcerer cup ๐Ÿง™โ€โ™‚๏ธ

31.10.2024 09:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Field Recording at Nachusa Grasslands
YouTube video by Noisejockey Field Recording at Nachusa Grasslands

A short video diary of a typical dayโ€™s worth of #fieldrecording in a restored tallgrass prairie for a filmโ€™s #sounddesign. youtu.be/fjUZvXY0aTg

31.10.2024 01:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 16    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Psychology of Working in Game Audio with Raison Varner Sound Business with Akash Thakkar ยท Episode

Listening to @akashthakkar.bsky.social latest episode of Sound Business with Raison Varner, think I need a note pad and a few more listens. Tonnes of great stuff on the psychology of working in #GameAudio open.spotify.com/episode/445l...

31.10.2024 09:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Awesome, followed a bunch. If you're including game audio in there too I'd love to be on it.

31.10.2024 09:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Vesper's Host Legendary Weapons Showcase
YouTube video by PackmanGaming Vesper's Host Legendary Weapons Showcase

Honestly forgot about this place, but will give it another chance hoping the game dev community will take off because I kinda miss the chill blue bird days.
Here's a set of Destiny 2 weapons I designed the sounds for from the recent Vesperโ€™s Host youtu.be/KGwOXpARi4o?...
#gameaudio #sounddesign

17.10.2024 12:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 28    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Audio Designer - Open position at Metacore We are looking for a creative Audio Designer to elevate our in-game audio experience by crafting immersive and high-quality sound design for Merge Mansion and upcoming titles.

OK, trying to use Bluesky more. Lets start withโ€ฆ

We are hiring! ๐Ÿ”Š

I'm looking for an Audio Designer to work with me on Merge Mansion and our upcoming titles.

Full details are here: metacoregames.com/open-positio...

If this sounds like you, then get applying!

#gameaudio #gamejobs #gamedev

18.10.2024 06:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 68    ๐Ÿ” 40    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 5    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

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