Studio Profile: Syllabes
Montreal-based Syllabes offers comprehensive audio post-production services in French and English across the video game and entertainment industries. The studio is also famed for its Academy, a training school for local voice actors.
We caught up with Studio Head Karine Robitaille to discuss the studio’s journey, the story behind the Syllabes Academy, the challenges of audio post-production in 2024 and more.
Syllabes has become a leader in French and English post-production services. What has the studio’s journey been like to this point?
Syllabes has established itself as a leader in French and English recording and post-production through a commitment to excellence and amazing customer service. Our new journey began with a strong focus on delivering high-quality audio. By nurturing top talent and maintaining a client-centric approach, we have built a reputation for reliability. Our growth has been marked by successful collaborations with major clients and the expansion of our service offerings, which now encompass a broad range of post-production needs in both languages.
Can you tell us more about the Syllabes Academy and its benefit to local talent?
The Syllabes Academy was founded to support and cultivate local talent by providing comprehensive training and development opportunities to both French and English speaking talents. The Academy offers workshops, classes and mentorships from industry experts, for all voice related work: dubbing, animation, narration, voice-over, video game, commercial, etc. By bridging the gap between education and professional practice, the Academy helps nurture the current and the next generations of talents and ensures that the local industry remains vibrant and innovative.
What services do Syllabes offers to clients?
Syllabes provides a wide range of recording and post-production services. We offer services for recording voices for video games, casting, dubbing, animation, audiobooks, commercials or podcasts. We also offer complete audio postproduction services, such as editing, sound design, music and mixing.
How does the media and entertainment landscape differ to video games?
The media and entertainment landscape primarily revolves around linear content such as films and television shows, which requires a focus on narrative coherence, emotional impact, and cinematic quality. Post-production for these mediums often involves extensive dialogue editing and soundtracks. In contrast, video games are interactive and demand a focus on immersive audio experiences, dynamic soundscapes, and real-time audio responses to player actions. The key difference lies in the interactive nature of games versus the passive experience of traditional media.
What are some of the challenges faced by post-production studios in 2024? Are your processes the same as they were a few years back?
In 2024, post-production studios face many challenges such as rapidly evolving technology and increasing client demands for faster turnarounds.
How has joining Keywords Studios benefitted Syllabes?
Joining Keywords Studios has provided Syllabes with enhanced resources and global reach. We’ve been able to access an extensive network of industry expertise, and collaborate with talented Audio Dev and M&E teams across the US, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Mexico and Brazil. This has allowed us to expand our service offerings, improve operational efficiency, and access new markets, all while maintaining the high standards of quality and creativity that our clients have come to expect.
In what ways do you see the both the video games and media and entertainment industries evolving over the next 5-10 years?
This is a good question, and I am unsure what to expect, truly. However, I’m certain that over the next 5-10 years, the video games industry is expected to continue evolving with advancements in virtual reality and augmented reality, leading to more immersive and interactive experiences. As for the media and entertainment industry, I am certain we will likely see increased integration of streaming platforms and a focus on high-quality production values.
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