Kip Smedley
Kip Smedley is a highly sought-after sound designer, sound effects editor, and composer known for his innovative approach to creating immersive audio experiences. With over 20 years in the industry, Kip has contributed to some of the most groundbreaking projects in film, television, and video games, including the Oscar-winning Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and the Emmy-nominated Ted Lasso. His ability to craft dynamic soundscapes that captivate audiences has earned him a reputation as one of the top sound professionals in entertainment.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Kip has worked on a wide range of high-profile projects:
Feature Films:
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) – Sound Designer
DC League of Super-Pets (2022) – Sound Effects Editor
The Mitchells vs. the Machines (2021) – Lead Sound Effects Editor
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) – Lead Sound Effects Editor
Television:
Ted Lasso (Seasons 1, 2 & 3) – Sound Designer / Sound Effects Editor
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (Seasons 1, 2 & 3) – Sound Designer / Sound Effects Editor
Sausage Party: Foodtopia – Sound Effects Editor
Video Games:
League of Legends: Wild Rift (2021) – Character Tabletop Sound Designer
League of Legends: Legends of Runeterra (2021) – Character and Map Sound Designer
Awards & Recognitions
Kip’s exceptional work has earned him numerous accolades, including:
Emmy Nominations for Ted Lasso and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
Golden Reel Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Sound Editing for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
RIAA Certified Gold Record for the Love & Basketball soundtrack
Philosophy & Approach
It all begins with sound.
Maybe you want to elevate a film's emotional depth. Maybe you need to create a captivating atmosphere for a television series. Or maybe you're developing an immersive experience for a video game. Whatever the project, the way sound is crafted can make all the difference in how it resonates with audiences.
