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2024 - Bronze

QLD Hydro – Hydro Is How

Bronze 2024
Cutting Edge Post
Queensland Hydro

Hydro Is How uses sound to weave a captivating story of water’s power and serenity. The ambiance of Wivenhoe Dam at dawn starts with gentle ripples and bird calls, transitioning to underwater scenes with peaceful muffles and dramatic waves. Lightning strikes introduce dynamic rushing sounds, culminating in a powerful wave crash. Everyday sounds like children playing and lights switching on ground the story in reality. This poetic yet powerful sound design immerses the audience in water’s dual essence, enhancing the visual storytelling.

Advertising agencyEngine Group
Creative directorMike Fritz
CopywriterSenior Creative: Karl Mather, Copywriter: Aiken Hutcheson
Art directorLiam Marsden
Account serviceAccount Manager: Saxon Squire, Account Executive: Jenna Smith
Soundmusic studioCutting Edge Post
Sound designerMike Lange
Other Contributors

Engine Group
Managing Director: Tim Weger
Studio Manager / Senior Graphic Designer: Megan Le-Nguyen
Graphic Designer: Keriana Salisbury

Taxi Film Production
Executive Producer: Andrew Wareham
Director: Siobhan Mulready
Producer: Simone Mackie
DOP: Jake Koning
Drone: Damien Bredberg
Art Director: Laura Elkington

Cutting Edge Post
Senior Editor: Kerry Farrell
Colourist: Kali Bateman
Online Flame Artist: Glenn Cone
Executive Producer: Trelise Blade
Senior Post-Producer: Samara Keune