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CHRC BTL TGA - 11/14/2008 -Page 354.7.4. Post-Production Supervisor, CoordinatorThere is a distinct lack of trained personnel in these areas. The wages are too lowand the stress level too high to keep people. They are important positions andinexperience can cost productions big money. However, a new and growingtrend, as with the appearance of Digital Imaging on-set, sees what the French calla “Technicien Numerique,” a Post Supervisor, often a representative of the posthouse where post-production will be taking place, appear in an official capacity onsetduring production.31) Recommendation - In light of the digital evolution rapidly changing theproduction process, a detailed analysis is needed of new digital positionsand the restructuring of below-the-line crews and lines ofcommunication.4.7.5. Post-production SoundPost-production sound, a constantly evolving field, is a highly creative, technical,and detailed process involving a closely-knit team of editors, recording engineers,and re-recording mixers. It takes at least a year for a graduate with basic trainingto become an entry-level assistant. To become a pro takes three to five years andindeed, in the words of BC’s Post Modern Sound, “The learning never ends.” Onlythe most tenacious survive.When hiring, Post Modern reports,.they have two choices - hire experiencedpersonnel, who often are unavailable or over-qualified, or train student grads onthe job - an expensive process. They recommend the following:32) Recommendation - Post-production sound curricula must meet industrystandards, be certified, include a subsidized 6 month practicum. and asubsidized 1 year apprenticeship.CHRC BTL TGA - 11/14/2008 -Page 35