Sound Delivery Specification Builder
Generate format-specific sound delivery specs and QA matrices for theatrical, streaming, and broa...
What You Can Do
You generate detailed, format-specific delivery specifications that account for codec requirements, loudness standards (LUFS targets), channel configurations, metadata tagging, file naming conventions, and quality assurance checkpoints. This skill produces specifications that are immediately actionable for your sound team while remaining compliant with theatrical (DCP), streaming (Netflix, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Disney+), and broadcast standards—eliminating costly rework and missed distribution windows.
Features
Automatically generates technical specs tailored to theatrical DCP, streaming platforms (Netflix, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime, Disney+), and broadcast deliverables
Includes LUFS targets, true peak limits, and loudness range requirements for each distribution channel
Details surround formats (5.1, 7.1, Atmos, stereo) with speaker placement and mixing guidelines
Generates standardized naming conventions, metadata tagging requirements, and organizational hierarchies for delivery packages
Provides quality control matrices, technical validation checkpoints, and rejection prevention guidelines
Accounts for regional audio standards, language tracks, and territory-specific compliance requirements
Creates clear specifications for freelance sound mixers, post-production vendors, and international distributors
Generates timestamped, project-specific specifications for future reference, re-versioning, and compliance audits
Example Output
Theatrical DCP Delivery Specification
Format: 5.1 Surround (DCP-compliant)
- Codec: 24-bit PCM WAV
- Sample Rate: 48 kHz
- Loudness: -27 LUFS (integrated), -20 LU range
- Peak Level: -3 dBFS max (true peak)
- File Naming: PROJECTNAME_DCP_5.1_v01_FINAL.wav
- QA Checkpoint: Verify surround channel phase coherence, measure loudness with ITU 1770-4 meter
Netflix Delivery Specification
Format: Stereo + 5.1 Surround
- Codec: AAC-LC (stereo), E-AC3 (5.1)
- Sample Rate: 48 kHz
- Loudness: -24 LUFS (integrated), -32 LUFS (short-term dialogue)
- Metadata Required: Dialog Language Codes, Accessibility flags, descriptive audio track tags
- File Naming: PROJECTNAME_Netflix_5.1_EN_v02.m4a
- QA Checkpoint: Validate against Netflix's loudness measurement tool, confirm metadata embedding
Broadcast Specification (Television)
Format: Stereo with optional 5.1
- Codec: 24-bit PCM or Dolby E (encrypted)
- Loudness: -23 LUFS (broadcast standard), -20 LU range
- Technical QA: Peak limiter engaged, phase correlation 90%+, no clicks or pops detected
What's Included
- SKILL.md: Complete instruction file with use cases and workflow guidance
- Format Specification Templates: Pre-built specs for theatrical DCP, Netflix, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime, Disney+, and broadcast deliverables
- Loudness Reference Matrices: LUFS targets, true peak limits, and loudness range requirements by platform
- QA Checklist Workflows: Technical validation checklists, rejection prevention guidelines, and sign-off protocols
- File Naming and Metadata Guide: Standardized naming conventions, metadata tagging requirements, and organizational hierarchies
- Multi-Territory Compliance Matrix: Regional audio standards, localization requirements, and international distributor specs
Who It's For
- Post-Production Sound Supervisors — Managing audio delivery across multiple platforms and ensuring compliance
- Mix Engineers and Mixers — Creating deliverables that meet exact technical specifications and avoiding rework
- Post-Production Facility Managers — Standardizing delivery workflows and vendor communication
- Line Producers and UPMs — Tracking delivery requirements and preventing costly specification mismatches
- International Distributors and Sales Companies — Ensuring audio packages meet territory-specific standards
Best For
- Finalizing theatrical DCP audio packages with proper loudness and channel configuration
- Preparing multi-platform streaming deliverables (Netflix, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Disney+) with compliant specs
- Creating broadcast and television audio specifications with regional loudness standards
- Documenting specifications for freelance sound mixers, vendors, and international post houses
- Establishing QA workflows to prevent delivery rejections and distribution delays
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