Foley is the human layer of sound — footsteps, cloth movement, and physical interaction that connects performance to picture. When done well, it’s rarely noticed, but its absence is immediately felt.
Foley editing encompasses the full Foley workflow, from spotting and recording through editorial integration, ensuring these details feel intentional, natural, and grounded in the final mix.
Foley editing is not limited to cutting footsteps into a timeline. The service typically includes:
The goal is always realism and restraint — enhancing physical presence without distracting from dialogue, music, or story.
Foley editing works in close coordination with dialogue editorial, sound design, and the final re-recording mix. It reinforces performance detail while leaving space for dialogue intelligibility and musical dynamics.
Integrated early, Foley provides flexibility in the mix and reduces the need for heavy processing later in the pipeline.
Learn more about the broader workflow on the Audio Post Production page.
If you’re planning audio post production and think Foley may play a role, feel free to get in touch to discuss scope, schedule, and workflow.
