How To Create A Game Audio Demo Reel That Clearly Communicates Your Skills And Abilities!

Even If You've Never Worked On A Game Before!

Are you unsure about how to create a demo reel that captures attention and clearly communicates your abilities and skills as a sound designer?

Are you tired of submitting a game audio demo reel that keeps getting rejected?

Do you want easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions for creating a captivating demo reel?

Most demo reels are vague, obscure, and confusing...

I also know what it feels like to send out dozens of sound design applications at gaming studios never to hear back from anyone. Unfortunately, the demo reel is often the place where people get rejected.

That’s why I created the Demo Reel Blueprint Course, so that you can have a direct framework for creating a demo reel that clearly communicates your desires, skills, and abilities so that you can improve your chances of getting that game audio job you’ve always wanted.

Here are some of the benefits you will get from the course:

HERE'S HOW...

SELECT

Scroll to the bottom of this page and select the best course option for you 

COMPLETE

Complete each of the step-by-step instructions in the course 

POST

Post your demo reel online and start applying for work! 

THIS IS FOR YOU IF...

  • You want to work as a video game sound designer at a game development studio or as a freelancer
  • You want to learn to create a professional sound design demo reel that interests potential employers
  • You are passionate about game audio
  • You want someone who already has experience to help you and guide you

THIS IS NOT FOR YOU IF...

  • You have already made many demo reels and are already working as a professional video game sound designer
  • You expect to get results overnight without putting in time and effort

If you want to create a sound design demo reel you can be confident in, then click on the button below to get started today.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN...

MODULE 1 - THE DEMO REEL FRAMEWORK

  • Identify exactly what is a demo reel, what to include in your reel, as well as what not to include
  • Discover what makes a demo reel great and captivating
  • Analyze excellent real-world demo reel examples

MODULE 2 - CREATE YOUR OWN DEMO REEL

  • Determine how to choose footage that clearly communicates your desires, skills, and abilities
  • Discover the 2 types of transitions used in every demo reel and how to make them seamless and tasteful
  • Learn how to capture and retain attention throughout the entirety of your demo reel
  • Uncover how and where to download clips to include in your reel
  • Discover how to label your footage and what to include in your labels
  • How to assemble and design your reel in a way that demonstrates your ability to tell story through sound
  • Learn how to upload your reel online to share with the world or to submit with job applications
  • 6 powerful tips to help you stand out from a crowd of applicants

TOTAL VALUE: $200


BONUS #1

  • The Demo Reel Blueprint Sound Pack ($50 value)

This sound pack includes over 450 sound effects that you can use royalty-free in your demo reel or future commercial or non-commercial projects. Sounds include ambiences, impacts, monsters, whooshes, magic spells, sci-fi sounds, sword sounds, among others.

  • 40GB+ of free professional sound effects ($200+ value)

I will include links to over 40+GB of free professional sound effects you can use royalty-free in your demo reel or future commercial or non-commercial projects.

  • The Complete Demo Reel Checklist ($50 value)

This is a complete checklist that covers everything in the course so that your demo reel is completely ready to submit to potential clients or employers.

  • Pro Sound Library Discounts ($100+ value)

Included are discount codes from professional sound effect library companies including SoundMorph and Epic Stock Media.

TOTAL VALUE: $400


BONUS #2

  • Game Audio Implementation Resources ($50 value)

I know that if you want to work as a video game sound designer, knowing the basics of game audio implementation is a must for getting into the industry. That's why as part of this bonus, you get links to some of the best courses for learning game audio implementation including:

  • Wwise courses (free & paid)
  • FMOD courses (free & paid)
  • Unreal Engine courses (free & paid)
  • Unity Courses (free & paid)
  • 5 places to find game audio job postings (and how to get daily updates right to your mailbox) ($50 value)

In this video training, I go over 5 websites to use to get instant, daily, or weekly game audio job posting updates directly to your inbox.

  • Training with Jason Cushing (sound designer and co-founder of Soundmorph) ($100 value) - NEW

In this in-depth video training, Jason answers sound design and demo reel related questions. He also walks you through his philosophy and approach to sound design as well as touching on various other topics.

  • Demo reel training session with Jason Cushing of SoundMorph ($200 value)

Jason Cushing and I discuss demo reels.

  • Your demo reel reviewed by David Dumais ($200 value)

There is nothing more helpful than getting personalized coaching on your work. Even if you've gone through the entire course, it's always best to have a second set of eyes (and ears in this case) on your work. That's why, as part of this bonus, you get a one-time demo reel review.

Once your demo reel is complete and you are ready to have it reviewed, simply send me an email following the instructions in the course. I will email you a review of your demo reel, including detailed ideas for improving it and making it better.

TOTAL VALUE: $400


BONUS #3

  • How to create a portfolio WordPress website from scratch ($200 value)

In this video training session, I walk you through and create with you a WordPress website entirely from scratch.

  • How to create a game audio resume ($50 value)

You can have a great game audio demo reel, but if your resume does not communicate professionally what you do and what experience you have, then it can be a real turn off. In this video training session we will go over:

  • 11 tips for creating a game audio resume that fulfills what employers are looking for
  • Exactly what information to include on your game audio resume
  • Game audio resumes from professional video game sound designers
  • How to network and get work ($50 value)

Networking and knowing people in the industry can be just as important as having a great demo reel. Often, these are the people who will recommend you and ask to bring you in to do the job. In this video training session we will learn:

  • What networking is (and how it's probably different than what you think)
  • How to network effectively
  • Various places where you can network in the game audio industry
  • Complete website review by David Dumais ($100 value)

With this bonus, I will look through your entire website, videos, descriptions, images, etc. and give you custom feedback and suggestions for improving your website layout, content, branding, and anything else I think you could improve to make a visit to your website a memorable experience.

  • Game audio resume review by David Dumais ($50 value)

I will review you game audio resume and give custom feedback and suggestions for making it better.

  • 2 coaching calls (1 hour each) with David Dumais ($200 value)

We will schedule two 1-hour coaching calls via zoom where you can ask me anything. We can review and further discuss your demo reel, website, resume, and any job applications you have ready. Or we can talk anything sound design or game audio. It is personalized coaching designed to help you work through your biggest struggles or whatever you need help with.

TOTAL VALUE: $650

FAQ

“What if I've never worked on a game before?”

That's totally fine. You don't need to have worked on a game to create a demo reel. You can still create a demo reel using redesigns. I'll show you how to do that in the course!

"How much time will it take to complete the course and my sound design demo reel?"

The course itself is around two and a half hours long. For your demo reel, if you have all your clips designed and ready to go, then you could potentially have your demo reel completed in as little as 2-3 hours.

"I am a composer and sound designer, does this course touch on how to create a music demo reel?"

At this time, the course does not have any lessons on how to create a game music demo reel.

"Is a demo reel even necessary?"

Though it is possible to get work without a demo reel, most gaming studios require a demo reel along with the application if they want to consider you for the position. If you work as a freelancer, a demo reel is a great way to showcase your experience and abilities making it a lot easier for others to want to work with you. Plus, it's a good idea to always have a reel on hand as you never know when an opportunity will show up and require you to have a demo reel to show.

"How long do I get access to this course?"

When you purchase the course, you get lifetime access to the course. My hope is that you will use it as a resource to come back to and reference whenever you need.

SO HERE'S WHAT YOU'RE GETTING WITH THE COURSE:

  • DRB COURSE ($200 value):

All 16 video lessons with simple step-by-step instructions for you to follow in order to complete your sound design demo reel

  • BONUS #1 ($400 value):

1. The Demo Reel Blueprint Sound Pack
2. Links to 40GB+ of free professional sound effects you can use to create your demo reel
3. The Complete Demo Reel Checklist
4. Professional Sound Library Discounts

  • BONUS #2 ($400 value):

1. Game audio implementation resources
2. 5 places to find game audio job postings (and how to get daily updates right to your mailbox)
3. Training session with Jason Cushing - NEW
4. Your demo reel review by David Dumais

  • BONUS #3 ($650 value):

1. How to create a portfolio WordPress website from scratch
2. How to create a game audio resume
3. How to network and get work
4. Complete website review by David Dumais
5. Game audio resume review by David Dumais
6. 2 lessons (1 hour each) with David Dumais

TOTAL VALUE FOR THE ENTIRE TRAINING: $1650

But you can get access to all this for only one payment of $497

Click the button below to get started!

PRO DEMO REEL GUARANTEE

If, within 30 days, you do not feel like you got the value needed to create a professional demo reel, then I will refund you 100% of your money.

No questions asked. Hassle-free. Risk free.

I am not asking you to decide yes or no today. I am asking you to make a fully informed decision. That is all. The only way you can make a fully informed decision is on the inside, not on the outside. So, get on the inside and see if everything I teach and demonstrate is good and valuable to you. Then, if it is, you can decide if you want to keep the course or not. If it’s not for you, no hard feelings. You will then, after getting the course, be able to make the fully informed decision that this isn’t for you. But you can’t make that decision right now for the same reason you don’t buy a house without first looking at the inside.

And know this, whether its in 30 minutes or 30 days from now, if you’re not happy, I’m not  happy. If for any reason whatsoever, you want your money back, you can get it back because I only keep your money if you’re happy. All you have to do is email me at david@daviddumaisaudio.com and I will issue a refund as soon as possible.

I am making this guarantee because I am confident that if you follow through with this course, you will learn exactly what it takes to create one (or many) quality demo reel that will help you get that dream game audio job you’ve always wanted.

PLUS, If you do decide this isn’t for you, I want you to keep the DRB Sound Pack ($50 value) as a gift from me to you wishing you all the best on your future endeavors.

DON'T WANT ALL THE BONUSES?

  • All 16 video lessons with simple step-by-step instructions for you to follow in order to complete your sound design demo reel ($200 value)
  • BONUS #1: Includes the DRB sound pack, DRB checklist, Pro sound library discounts, and links to over 40GB+ of professionally produced sound effects ($400 value)
  • BONUS #2: Game audio implementation resources, places to find job postings, training with Jason Cushing, and your demo reel reviewed by David ($400 value)
  • BONUS #3: Includes training on how to create a WordPress website from scratch, how to create a game audio resume, how to network, as well as a complete website review, resume review, and 2 coaching calls with David ($650 value)

You can get the basic version of the Demo Reel Blueprint for just one payment of $97

BASIC

ONE-TIME PAYMENT

$97

What's included:
The Demo Reel Blueprint Course
BONUS 1: The DRB Sound Pack
BONUS 1: 40GB+ of free SFX
BONUS 1: The DRB Checklist
BONUS 2: Demo Reel Review
BONUS 2: Job Postings Training
BONUS 2: Implementation 
BONUS 2: Jason Cushing Training
BONUS 3: Website From Scratch 
BONUS 3: Game Audio Resume 
BONUS 3: Network Training  
BONUS 3: Website and Resume Review 
BONUS 3: 2 Coaching Calls 

PRO

ONE-TIME PAYMENT

$147

What's included:
The Demo Reel Blueprint Course
BONUS 1: The DRB Sound Pack
BONUS 1: 40GB+ of free SFX
BONUS 1: The DRB Checklist
BONUS 2: Demo Reel Review
BONUS 2: Job Postings Training
BONUS 2: Implementation 
BONUS 2: Jason Cushing Training
BONUS 3: Website From Scratch 
BONUS 3: Game Audio Resume 
BONUS 3: Network Training  
BONUS 3: Website and Resume Review 
BONUS 3: 2 Coaching Calls 

PREMIUM

ONE-TIME PAYMENT

$497

What's included:
The Demo Reel Blueprint Course
BONUS 1: The DRB Sound Pack
BONUS 1: 40GB+ of free SFX
BONUS 1: The DRB Checklist
BONUS 2: Demo Reel Review
BONUS 2: Job Postings Training
BONUS 2: Implementation  
BONUS 2: Jason Cushing Training
BONUS 3: Website From Scratch 
BONUS 3: Game Audio Resume 
BONUS 3: Network Training  
BONUS 3: Website and Resume Review 
BONUS 3: 2 Coaching Calls 

30 Days 100% Money Back Guarantee

No questions asked. Hassle-free. Risk free.

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