About Skywalker Sound
Skywalker Sound is the American sound effects, sound editing, sound design, sound mixing, and music recording division of Lucasfilm. Founded in 1975, the company specializes in sound design, mixing, and audio post-production across multiple mediums. They remain one of the world's most innovative facilities, eager to explore and create immersive soundscapes.
Mission
For more than a generation, Skywalker Sound has created soundscapes that have redefined aural immersion, eager to explore, create, and venture into the unknown.
Approach
With origins based in Ben Burtt’s landmark work on 1977’s Star Wars, Skywalker Sound specializes in sound design, mixing, and audio post-production across multiple mediums, from gathering real-life, organic sounds to developing new techniques in sound presentation.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
5858 Lucas Valley Rd, Nicasio, CA 94946
Featured Work
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Behind the Mix | Superman
Zootopia 2 | Behind The Mix
Happy Star Wars Day 2025
Behind the Mix | The Wild Robot | Signal Acquired | DX FX Layer
Behind the Mix | The Wild Robot | Must be a Relief
Behind the Mix | The Wild Robot | Racoons | Layer by Layer
Post-Production Capabilities
9 servicesSound Design
Award-winning sound design creating unique auditory experiences.
Sound Editing
Professional sound editing services for film, television, and commercial projects.
Re-Recording Mixing
World-class mixing services for feature films and episodic content.
Foley
Dedicated Foley artists bringing subtle, organic sounds to life.
Music and Scoring
Comprehensive music scoring and recording capabilities.
Immersive Sound
Advanced immersive audio mixing for the latest formats.
ADR
Professional adr services for film, television, and commercial projects.
Digital Intermediate
Professional digital intermediate services for film, television, and commercial projects.
Field Recording
Professional field recording services for film, television, and commercial projects.
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
5 awardsAcademy Awards (Oscar)
Emmy Awards
BAFTA Awards
MPSE Golden Reel Awards
CAS Awards
Firm Leadership
Joshua Lowden
VP & General Manager
Joshua Lowden serves as the VP & General Manager of Skywalker Sound at Lucasfilm, leading the studio's operations and continuing its storied legacy of aural innovation.
Josh Lowden
Senior Vice President and General Manager
Jon Null
Director of Production
Steve Morris
Director of Engineering
Reviews & Ratings
4.6
Google (7 reviews)
5
Glassdoor (2 reviews)
4.3
DesignRush (1 reviews)
News & Press
Precision, Power, and Personality: Skywalker Sound Helps Bring the Oscar-Nominated F1 to the Big Screen
Director Joseph Kosinski and the Skywalker Sound team crafted the authentic, cinematic sound of F1: The Movie (2025), which is nominated for an Oscar.
From Silence to Shock Waves: Building a Soundscape for Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another
Skywalker Sound's Oscar-nominated work helps drive the director's signature filmmaking style into new sonic territory.
Skywalker Sound win Critics Choice Award for F1
Skywalker Sound won the Critics Choice award for their work on the movie F1.
Sonic Storytelling: Go Beyond the Gates of Skywalker Ranch to the Heart of Skywalker Sound
Recently, actor and singer Seth MacFarlane chose Skywalker Sound to record his 2025 album Lush Life: The Lost Sinatra Arrangements.
Office Locations
Skywalker Ranch Headquarters
5858 Lucas Valley Rd, Nicasio, CA 94946
Pricing Information
Custom quotes
Enterprise-level pricing for major studio productions, customized based on project scope and facility requirements.
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact Skywalker Sound directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.