Hi, I’m Henri Rapp, a production sound mixer & location sound recordist for TV, film, and commercial video production. I’m based in Cleveland, but available for travel into New York City. Ultimately I believe my job as a Sound Recordist is all about capturing performances; Whether that’s a documentary interview, comedian on stage, a musical performance, or actors in a narrative film…..it’s all about capturing those moments.
Before entering the world of sound for video production, I came from the commercial recording studio world where I produced music & did audio post. Having more than a decade of professional experience, I’ve worked on nearly every type of production. Drawing on this experience, coupled with top tier film sound gear, I ensure the job gets done right.
My work shows my passion for high quality sound, I love deploying creative solutions & overcoming challenges to deliver quality audio despite each shoot’s unique challenges. Drawing on more than a decade of audio production experience, I bring a depth of knowledge more extensive the run of the mill sound mixer. Drawing on my experience in recording studios, with post-production, classical music recording, live sound reproduction, & much more. I love unique projects and the challenges that come with them.
Case Study: Leaf Filter Commercial Recording Sound for a Leaf Filter “Fall Leaves” Campaign Leaf Filter has been a fantastic reoccurring client and always enjoy working with them! The “Fall Leaves” campaign we shot at the beginning of November 2023 is a particularly great example of high quality work with a fully staffed sound department.…
Case Study: Tim Ryan Campaign Videos Recording Sound for Tim Ryan’s Union Commercials It was fantastic working for Left Hook to do the production sound on the majority of Tim Ryan’s 2022 Senate campaign commercials. This was a fun & rewarding reoccurring project for me throughout the year, and Tim Ryan was an absolute pleasure…
Case Study: Commercial with Lebron James for Ladder It was great working with D’Marie Productions as the production sound mixer on a commercial shoot with Lebron James for Ladder Sports. On this shoot wardrobe and action were some of the biggest challanges from the perspective of the sound department. Difficult Wardrobe To Hide Mics While…
Case Study: Recording Classical Music on Location for a Docuseries Recording Sound for Season 3 of PBS’s “Now Hear This” Recording both the music and dialog on Now Hear This’ Season 3 was one of my favorite productions I’ve ever worked on. My favorite jobs have always been ones where the world of video production…
Case Study: Anatomy of a Fast Paced Commercial Video Production Recording Sound for Pepsi’s “OH! So Refreshing” Campaign Not too long ago I had the pleasure of working with Bruton Stroube as the production sound mixer for Pepsi’s “OH! So Refreshing” campaign at Mike’s Place in Kent, Ohio. A fast paced commercial production composed of…
Case Study: 144 Music Performance Videos In 4 Days 144 Music Performance Videos At A Nashville Museum In 4 Shooting Days & 1 Tech Prep Day Recording sound for the George Jones Sessions was a fun but fast paced & complex shoot. Fortunately I had an A2 and a tech prep day to get ready…
As a locations sound mixer for television, documentaries, narrative films, or commercial shoot, I have a lot of responsibilities; From recording clean dialog & nat sounds, to wiring talent, logging metadata, ensuring sync between cameras and sound, creating a mix, and a lot more. Having dedicated more than a decade of my life to recording audio, I have the experience to guarantee it gets done right.
I’m love surpassing my clients’ expectations by providing exceptional on set production sound services… recording sound isn’t something I fell into, it’s my passion. Drawing on my varied experience, a deep knowledge of recording techniques, and coupled with top tier recording gear; I deliver every time for my clients, delivering excellent quality sound for every production.
Every video production has varied audio needs, I offer multitrack recording packages tailored to the needs of your shoot. Ranging from lightweight bag based sound packages to a cart based sound recording equipment ready for complex workflows with a full team that includes a sound mixer, boom operator, & sound utility. Every equipment package is different based on the needs of your production.
