EXCELLENT SOUND DESIGN HAS IT´S FIRST PRIZE,THE WORLD SOUND AWARD.

EXCELLENT SOUND DESIGN HAS IT´S FIRST PRIZE,THE WORLD SOUND AWARD.

FOR THE FIRST TIME COMMERCIAL SOUND DESIGN IS BEING HONORED WITH THE WORLD SOUND AWARD. THE 2013 PREMIERE WILL BE CELEBRATED IN VIENNA.

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GOLD FOR SOUND DESIGNCreative audio design has become an integral part of our everyday lives. Sound and audio brand identities are composed in hundreds of thousands of recording studios all over the world. TV signations, audio logos, audio concepts – they all compose the soundtrack around us.

It´s about time that the importance of sound and melody in commercial communication is finally recognized.

This is the World Sound Award´s goal.

We invite the entire world of sound design to join us on stage and celebrate the world´s first award in this important category.

This award will set new quality standards and creative excellence will finally be made visible to the public.

This doesn´t just look good – it sounds good too.

GOLD FOR SOUND DESIGN

THE WORLD SOUND AWARD BRINGS THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS TO THE STAGE.

The World Sound Award is the first international award for excellent sound and invites the most important creatives in the audio world for a curtain call.

SO YOU CAN SEEWHAT YOU HEAR

The entire industry is finally getting the recognition it deserves. In 2013, sound

designers from all over the world will meet in Vienna. The most innovative work in

20 categories – from audio logos, TV and radio spots to jingles – will be awarded

in a glamorous gala by an international jury.

The most famous stage in the city – Vienna´s Burgtheater – will showcase the event. An exceptional platform for top creatives in the audio industry.

Composers, sound experts, technicians and visionaries meet at this unique and

special festival.

Vienna is an ideal location with a strong musical tradition, providing a solid platform

for the future of the World Sound Award. Here the spirit of the past unites the sounds

of tomorrow, where tradition meets innovation.

THE WORLD SOUND AWARD BRINGS THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS TO THE STAGE.

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SO YOU CAN SEEWHAT YOU HEAR

2013 MARKS A NEW BEGINNING: EXCELLENT SOUND DESIGN MOVES INTO THE VIENNA BURGTHEATER.

LEARN FROMTHE BEST

A UNIQUE MEETING PLACE FOR AN IMPORTANT CREATIVE INDUSTRY, AN INTERFACE FOR THE ENGINEERS OF SOUND.

A comprehensive workshop program, talks and presentations make the World Sound Award a center for know-how and knowledge-transfer. A starting point for the sound design of tomorrow.

LEARN FROMTHE BEST

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A carefully programed series of workshops ensures

that the event is a solid platform for sound designers,

clients and innovative product developers. This is

where leaders at the forefront of science, technology

and hands-on experience meet.

This exceptional environment creates a unique atmosphere for direct networking and communication.

Artists and industry meet face-to-face. In short: an

international industry meets in one place for the

first time .

The World Sound Award isn´t just a nice prize, but also

a seismograph for future topics and developments

with knowledge-transfer at it´s center. Keynotes,

lectures and workshops are an essential component

of the program. The know-how of experts and talents

is given space and particular focus. The New Talent

category is especially important: the best work will

be premiered, displayed and realized.

Innovation, ability, development and talent are the focus of this event.

The World Sound Award is dedicated to searching

for exceptional work, unique ideas and excellent

realization. These aspects have created this long

overdue Festival of Sound Design.

THE GLAMOUROF EXCELLENCE

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The most beautiful location in the city, top creatives in the audio world and plenty of gold – these are the ingredients for the event of the year – a glamorous highpoint for the best in the industry.

The centerpiece of the event is the exclusive gala –

a festival of awards. Sound designers are invited to

the stage to present and premiere their best ideas.

A high-profile jury awards trophies in 20 categories.

Workshops hosted by key players reflect the different

aspects of state of the art sound design. Well-known

experts and pioneers provide new impulses and

visions.

An international exchange is made possible and shows that dynamics, talent and quality are worth the effort.

The after-show-party with famous live acts is the

perfect conclusion to this gala of sound.

SOUND BECOMES VISIBLE. THE WORLD SOUND AWARD SHOWS THAT KNOWLEDGE, TALENT, ABILITY AND GLAMOUR BELONG TOGETHER.

THE GLAMOUROF EXCELLENCE

HIGHLIGHT OF THE SOUND SEASON

CREATE THE FUTURE OF SOUND DESIGN WITH US.

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The World Sound Award is focused on ability and knowledge. As a partner, you can support commercial sound design and give it the recognition is deserves. Become part of the award and contribute your know-how to the festival of sound. Join us in Fall of 2013 for the premiere of the World Sound Award.

Information: www.worldsoundaward.com

NOW YOU CAN SEE WHAT YOU HAVE ONLY HEARD.

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