Anyone Can Drop a Sound Effect Into a Timeline — But Only Pros Know How to Make Them Land.

Sound effects are more than just noise.
They’re rhythm. Emotion. Space. Comedy. Tension.

When they’re done right, you don’t notice them — you feel them.
When they’re done wrong, the whole scene falls apart.

That’s why this course exists.

Led by 2x Emmy-nominated Sound Editor Vanessa Flores, this masterclass goes far beyond the basics — and shows you exactly how to cut, layer, time, and shape hard effects, abstract FX, vehicles, and ambiences to serve the emotional arc of a scene.

It’s not about plugging in a whoosh and calling it a day.
It’s about crafting moments that stick with your audience — even if they never realize why.

This is How You Learn to Cut Like the Scene Depends on It — Because It Does.

This masterclass isn’t theory. It’s 10+ hours of real sessions, hands-on breakdowns, and no-fluff techniques that show you exactly how pro editors make sound effects feel invisible and unforgettable at the same time.

Whether you're just starting out or you’ve cut a few shorts and want to take your skills to the next level, this masterclass will sharpen your instincts, upgrade your workflow, and train your ear to actually hear what the scene needs.

What You'll Learn:

• Hard Effects, Dialed In
  • From slams to impacts, you'll learn how to cut sound effects with precision, power, and intention.
• Stylized and Abstract FX
  • Support tone and genre with expressive, non-leteral sounds that heighten the visual world without distracting from it
• Vehicles with Perspective
  • Nail engine sounds, drive-bys, and doppler effects that move through space and feel like the're right outside the camera frame
• Comedic Timing
  • Timing is everything, especially in sound. Learn how to land a punchline, enhance a visual gag, and control pacing through FX
• Layered Ambience & Backgrounds
  • Breathe life into every scene with immersive, dynamic backgrounds that make the world feel real, no matter how surreal the visuals get

Who This Masterclass Is For:

• Post-audio editors readen to sharpen their SFX chops
• Sound Designers looking to master editorial control
• Indie filmmakers who want their shorts to sound expensive
• Audio students & freelancers craving real-world, cut-by-cut guidance
• Anyone sick of YouTube tutorials that only teach surface-level FX tricks

By The End of This Course, You'll Know How To:

• Cut sound effects that elevate the story, not distract from it
• Build rich, immersive worlds from background layers alone
• Edit vehicles, doors, gadgets, and chaos with clarity and confidence
• Add emotion and momentum through precise FX timing
• Deliver scenes that feel right — even if the audience can't explain why

Used on Real Films. Built for Real Editors.

This isn't a collection of isolated tricks.

It's a full-on crash course in story-driven sound effects editorial —designed to give you the tools, mindset, and instinct to cut with purpose.

Watch. Follow Along. Apply immediately.

All built on a real short film from start to finish, so you can see the decisions made in real time, not just the results.

Cut smarter. Layer better. Make your sound editorial impossible to ignore.