What We Do
Our global teams mean the world’s best creative talent, expertise, workflows, and a player-first culture that creates total creative content for global developers and publishers on every screen and platform. Our process is collaborative and generates results that are celebrated across the industry.
Sound Design
From High impact weapons, creatures, vehicles, ambiances, sci-fi, and natural world and everything in between, our lauded worldwide sound design team sets the bar for custom content that is the benchmark for all screens.
Foley
Our leading Foley stages and performance talent deliver the workflows and benchmarks that light up the most demanding game properties. Our artists and custom stage environments produce emotive, visceral content that defines iconic cinematics and gameplay.
Field Recording
We travel the globe to find the most coveted sources, and we lead the way with expert field recording teams, kit, and years of experience. We pride ourselves on new and custom content, and core source recording is at the heart of what we do.
Run -Time Content
The immediacy of player interaction means we focus deeply on runtime and active gameplay content. Paired with our deep systems and co-development expertise, every input sings and shines with sonic purpose and crafted
audible feedback.
Cinematics and IGC
Our linear experts have a signature sound that has propelled the largest IPs linear sound, editorial, and mix experiences. Trained specifically for runtime engine and linear content mix, our artists expertly identify and deliver the perfect blend to prioritize the story and player immersion.
Audio Direction
Arrival presents a key differentiator to all games - years of proven leadership and shipped title experience for every global platform. Our supervisors and audio directors hail from the largest platform holders and game companies, and lead with purpose, drive, and conviction.
Voice Over
From concept to launch, we provide best-in-class voice recordings services. Our veteran team has a global reach that utilizes an expansive pool of talent, directors, and performers. We tailor our approach and resources to meet the specific needs to each project, from AAA to VR, Mobile, and Indie.
Casting
Arrival's expert casting team navigates the entire talent pipeline, leveraging deep industry relationships and a vast global database to source, audition, and secure the perfect union or non-union voice for any role.
SAG-AFTRA Signatory
Arrival is a trusted SAG-AFTRA signatory and offers a complete, turnkey solution for union projects, meticulously managing all talent contracts, session reports, and P&H contributions. This expert handling removes the entire administrative burden from clients, guaranteeing 100% compliance to avoid costly penalties and ensuring seamless, hassle-free access to top-tier
union talent.
Recording
Arrival engineers capture pristine, emotionally powerful performances using secure, state-of-the-art studios and world-class pipelines. Our efficient workflow minimizes costly post-production fixes and accelerates the asset pipeline, maximizing usable output from talent and ensuring perfect takes every time..
PCap and MoCap Support
Arrival provides expert, on-set audio support for performance and motion capture, deploying specialized teams and bespoke recording kits to capture flawless, synchronized dialogue and efforts directly on the stage. This integrated approach means performances are captured cleanly the first time, dramatically reducing the need for costly ADR and preserving the narrative team's vision.
Editing
Our dialogue editorial pipeline expertly processes raw audio, handling everything from cleaning and file naming to precise timing and formatting for seamless engine integration. This rigorous, expert-driven workflow guarantees 100% technical consistency and pristine audio quality,
Production
Our team of seasoned producers offer comprehensive VO production services to manage the entire voice pipeline, from script-to-game. Clients can expect the coordination of all scheduling, director and talent logistics, and asset delivery under a single, expert team. This integrated management approach provides clients with one point of contact, guaranteeing projects are delivered on schedule, on budget, and at an astonishing quality level.
Music
From a 100-piece orchestra to a completely digital virtualization, our team produces interactive scores and themes that capture the emotional heart of the story. We manage low and high-budget music productions from end to end - providing a range of options from small sweetening sessions to large orchestral sessions for interactive media for Games, Films, Series, Trailers, and more! We can provide mixes in 5.1, 7.1 and Dolby Atmos, and partner with award-winning composers as well as recording and mastering engineers for optimal results.
Composition
Our music supervisors secure elite, AAA composers for clients, managing the commissioning and creative process from the initial brief to the final orchestral delivery. This curated access to the industry's top talent ensures a seamless, high-touch collaboration, resulting in a powerful, bespoke score that defines the player's emotional connection to IP and fuels iconic franchise identities..
AFM Signatory
Arrival leverages its exclusive AFM signatory status to provide comprehensive union services, managing all musician contracts, session payments, and complex reporting for live recordings. This complete solution removes the significant administrative and legal burden from developers, guaranteeing full compliance and seamless access to the world's most elite orchestral talent.
Live Recording
Our music production teams manage every facet of live orchestral and instrumental recording, securing and coordinating premier global scoring stages and world-class session musicians. This turnkey service captures the unparalleled acoustic quality and emotional power of a live ensemble, delivering a rich, cinematic score that defines a premium, AAA player experience.
Contracts
Our legal experts manage the entire music contract lifecycle, carefully handling the drafting, red-lining, and complex negotiation of all composer agreements and licensing deals. This specialized oversight secures favorable terms and watertight IP ownership and rights transfer, protecting the project from future liabilities and costly legal disputes while guaranteeing long-term rights clarity for the franchise.
Licensing
Our licensing and clearance team navigates the complex, global web of music rights, managing all research, negotiation, and execution to legally secure any commercial track for in-game use. This comprehensive service guarantees 100% legal compliance and eliminates all administrative burdens, protecting the project from costly copyright entanglements.
Production
Our production services provide complete project management and production support, carefully coordinating all logistical elements from composer schedules and orchestrator timelines to studio bookings and final asset delivery. This integrated management approach streamlines the entire complex music pipeline, providing a single point of contact to guarantee results on schedule and ahead of plan.
Post
Our specialized post production team provides comprehensive audio services tailored for linear media, cut scenes, trailers, and commercials. We specialize in creating dynamic and immersive sound through elite linear design, Foley, dialogue editorial, and final mix. Our team can also provide casting, recording, licensing and broadcast trafficking services. From the initial concept to the final deliverable, our focus is on creating a powerful auditory experience that elevates your story and audience across screens.
Linear Sound Design
We specialize in linear post‑production sound design that transforms commercial content into compelling, audience‑ready experiences. Through meticulous detail and creative expertise, we deliver audio that amplifies emotion, reinforces brand identity, and drives engagement.
Finals and Delivery
We deliver final stems, mixes, and locked content that are broadcast ready on any screen. All final output assets are distributed with precision, consistency, and technical excellence. Through rigorous quality control, format compliance, and seamless integration, we provide audio deliverables that uphold brand standards, meet platform requirements, and connect with audiences exactly as intended.
Editorial
Our sound editorial approach shapes commercial content into polished, audience‑ready experiences. Through precise dialogue editing, seamless track assembly, and creative detail, we deliver audio that amplifies emotion, reinforces brand identity, and ensures your message is heard with clarity and impact.
Content Licensing
We leverage deep expertise in content licensing that empowers clients to maximize the reach and impact of their linear projects on any screen. Through strategic rights management, clear compliance, and seamless integration, we deliver licensed audio assets that reinforce brand identity, ensure legal confidence, and drive audience engagement across every endpoint - from theaters to phones.
ADR
We offer full-scope ADR services that ensure linear content is delivered with clarity, consistency, and emotional impact. Through precise dialogue recording, seamless integration, and creative expertise, we provide audio that strengthens brand messaging, enhances performance, and connects with audiences on every platform.
Production
Our producers never miss a beat, and we drivecont delivery schedules life with precision, creativity, and efficiency. From on‑site mix sessions to technical coordination and seamless integration, we deliver production solutions that uphold 1st-party standards, respect timelines, and ensure every project connects with audiences at the highest level - on time and on budget.