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'''Sam C. Lewis''' is an American sound editor who worked as a sound effects editor and supervising foley editor on ''[[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Battlestar Galactica]]'' during the series' final season.<ref group="external" name="imdb_lewis_battlestar_credits">{{cite web|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2438719/#:~:text=Battlestar%20Galactica-,8.7,-TV%20Series|title=Sam C. Lewis|publisher=IMDb|accessdate=November 18, 2025}}</ref> His work on the series earned him multiple Emmy nominations, including a win for Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series in 2009 for the episode "[[Daybreak, Part II|Daybreak, Part II]]".<ref group="external" name="emmys_2009_bsg_sound_editing_win">{{cite web|url=https://www.televisionacademy.com/shows/battlestar-galactica#:~:text=Outstanding%20Sound%20Editing%20For%20A%20Series%20-%202009|title=Battlestar Galactica|publisher=Television Academy|accessdate=November 18, 2025}}</ref>
'''Sam C. Lewis''' is an American sound editor who worked as a sound effects editor and supervising foley editor on ''[[Battlestar Galactica (RDM)|Battlestar Galactica]]'' during the series' [[Season 4 (2008-09)|final season]].<ref group="external" name="imdb_lewis_battlestar_credits">{{cite web|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2438719/#:~:text=Battlestar%20Galactica-,8.7,-TV%20Series|title=Sam C. Lewis|publisher=IMDb|accessdate=November 18, 2025}}</ref> His work on the series earned him multiple Emmy nominations, including a win for Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series in 2009 for the episode "[[Daybreak, Part II|Daybreak, Part II]]".<ref group="external" name="emmys_2009_bsg_sound_editing_win">{{cite web|url=https://www.televisionacademy.com/shows/battlestar-galactica#:~:text=Outstanding%20Sound%20Editing%20For%20A%20Series%20-%202009|title=Battlestar Galactica|publisher=Television Academy|accessdate=November 18, 2025}}</ref>


== Career ==
== Career ==

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Sam C. Lewis is an American sound editor who worked as a sound effects editor and supervising foley editor on Battlestar Galactica during the series' final season.[external 1] His work on the series earned him multiple Emmy nominations, including a win for Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series in 2009 for the episode "Daybreak, Part II".[external 2]

Career

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Battlestar Galactica (2008-2009)

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Lewis joined the sound department of Battlestar Galactica during the show's final season in 2008, working on 20 episodes through the series conclusion in 2009.[external 1] He served primarily as a sound effects editor and supervising foley editor, working alongside supervising sound editor Daniel Colman.[external 3]

Emmy Award and Nominations

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Lewis's work on Battlestar Galactica earned him significant recognition from the Television Academy. He received four Emmy Award nominations for his contributions to the series' sound editing:[external 4]

The Emmy-winning work on "Daybreak, Part II" was a collaborative effort with Daniel Colman (Supervising Sound Editor/Sound Designer), Jack Levy (Supervising Sound Editor), Vince Balunas (Dialogue/ADR Editor), Doug Maddik (Foley Artist), Rick Partlow (Foley Artist), and Michael Baber (Music Editor).[external 2]

Post-Battlestar Galactica Career

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Following his work on Battlestar Galactica, Lewis established himself as a highly sought-after sound professional in television and film. He has worked extensively in multiple sound disciplines, including sound editing, foley editing, ADR supervision, and supervising sound editing roles.[external 5]

What We Do in the Shadows

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Lewis worked on the comedy horror series What We Do in the Shadows from 2019 to 2024 as supervising foley editor and foley editor.[external 6] His work on the series earned him multiple Emmy nominations:

  • 2022 - Nominee: Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation[external 7]
  • 2020 - Nominee: Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation (as Foley Editor)[external 8]
  • 2019 - Nominee: Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation (as Supervising Foley Editor)[external 9]

Other Notable Work

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Lewis has worked as supervising sound editor on several high-profile television series, including Outer Banks (2020-2024), A Million Little Things (2018-2023), and Chucky (2021-2024).[external 10] He has also served as ADR mixer on major film productions including Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire (2023) and Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver (2024).[external 11]

His work on Mrs. Davis (2023) earned him a nomination for Outstanding Sound Editing for a Limited or Anthology Series, Movie or Special at the 2023 Emmy Awards.[external 12]

Recognition

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Throughout his career, Lewis has accumulated substantial industry recognition. As of 2025, he has won one Primetime Emmy Award and received a total of four wins and 26 nominations across various sound editing categories.[external 13] His Emmy nominations span multiple categories, including sound editing for series, limited series, and half-hour comedy/drama programming.

In 2024, Lewis received an Emmy nomination for his work as foley mixer on Hacks, specifically for the episode "Just For Laughs."[external 14]

In addition to his Primetime Emmy, Lewis has also won two Motion Picture Sound Editors Golden Reel Awards in 2009 and 2010 for best sound editing in short form sound effects and foley in television.[external 15]

Aura Sound & Color

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In 2017, Lewis co-founded Aura Sound & Color, a boutique-style, full-service post-production sound studio in Burbank, California, with his wife Melani Lewis.[external 16] The studio was conceived during a transitional period in Lewis's career when the space in Burbank became available. The decision to open the studio was made in August 2017, and by November it was fully operational.[external 17]

Located at 217 N Lake Street in Burbank, Aura Sound & Color provides comprehensive post-production services for broadcast, film, commercials, and podcasts, including sound editorial, sound mixing, foley, and ADR.[external 18] The studio's boutique size enables personalized client experiences, with direct access to post-production professionals throughout every project from creation to delivery.[external 19]

As studio founder, Lewis remains heavily involved with both the technical and creative aspects of every project at Aura.[external 20] The studio maintains state-of-the-art facilities supporting the latest broadcast and theatrical standards.[external 21]

Filmography (Selected)

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Lewis's extensive filmography includes work on numerous television series and films across various sound roles:

Television Series:

  • Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (2026, upcoming) - ADR Supervisor
  • The Runarounds (2025) - Supervising Sound Editor
  • Clean Slate (2025) - Supervising Sound Editor
  • What We Do in the Shadows (2019-2024) - Supervising Foley Editor/Foley Editor
  • Outer Banks (2020-2024) - Supervising Sound Editor/Supervising Foley Editor/ADR Mixer
  • Chucky (2021-2024) - Supervising Sound Editor/Co-Supervising Sound Editor
  • A Million Little Things (2018-2023) - Supervising Sound Editor
  • Battlestar Galactica (2008-2009) - Sound Effects Editor/Supervising Foley Editor

Films:

  • A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (2025) - ADR Engineer
  • The First Omen (2024) - ADR Mixer
  • Immaculate (2024) - Foley Mixer
  • Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver (2024) - ADR Mixer
  • Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire (2023) - ADR Mixer[external 5]

References

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External Sources

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  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Sam C. Lewis (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). IMDb. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Battlestar Galactica (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Television Academy. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  3. ↑ Battlestar Galactica (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Television Academy. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Battlestar Galactica Awards (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). IMDb. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Sam C. Lewis (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). IMDb. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  6. ↑ Sam C. Lewis (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). IMDb. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  7. ↑ Outstanding Sound Editing Comedy Or Drama Series Half Hour And Animation 2022 (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Television Academy. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  8. ↑ Outstanding Sound Editing Comedy Or Drama Series Half Hour And Animation 2020 (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Television Academy. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  9. ↑ Outstanding Sound Editing Comedy Or Drama Series Half Hour And Animation 2019 (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Television Academy. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  10. ↑ Sam C. Lewis (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). IMDb. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  11. ↑ Sam C. Lewis (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). IMDb. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  12. ↑ Outstanding Sound Editing For A Limited Or Anthology Series, Movie Or Special 2023 (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Television Academy. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  13. ↑ Sam C. Lewis (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). IMDb. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  14. ↑ 2024 Emmy Award Nominations for Sound Announced (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Mix (July 17, 2024). Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  15. ↑ About us (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Aura Sound and Color. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  16. ↑ About us (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Aura Sound and Color. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  17. ↑ About us (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Aura Sound and Color. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  18. ↑ Aura Sound & Color (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Los Angeles Music. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  19. ↑ About us (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Aura Sound and Color. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  20. ↑ About us (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Aura Sound and Color. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
  21. ↑ About us (backup available on Archive.org) (in English). Aura Sound and Color. Retrieved on November 18, 2025.
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