John Roesch
Legendary Foley artist John Roesch created sounds for the greatest films for over 45 years and is the former lead Foley artist at Skywalker Sound.
John Roesch Booking & Availability
Fees, availability and booking details for corporate events, appearances and live programs.
How do I book John Roesch for a corporate event?
Use the Check Availability form above to send your proposed event date, location, audience size, event format and program goals. The Mollie Plotkin Group will follow up with availability and next steps.
What is John Roesch’s booking fee?
John Roesch’s current booking fee starts at $15,000. Final pricing can vary by date, location, event format and scope of the appearance.
Is John Roesch available for my event date?
Submit your proposed date and event details and the Mollie Plotkin Group will confirm current availability.
Who is John Roesch’s booking agent?
The Mollie Plotkin Group is John Roesch’s exclusive booking representative.
What types of events can John Roesch be booked for?
Corporate events, conferences, leadership meetings, keynote speeches, workshops, fireside chats, private events and virtual programs may be available depending on the engagement.
John Roesch Performances & Event Experiences
John Roesch is available for live performances, fireside chats, panel discussions, value-added appearances and virtual programs for corporate and private events.
Related event themes may include creativity.
Live Foley Demonstrations
John is invited not only to film festivals and universities, but also conducts keynotes and presentations at corporate events. John Roesh’s presentations include:
- Live demonstrations of the creation of Foley Art
- Experiences working on blockbuster movies and video game franchises.
- Technical talks to industry professionals or independent artists.
Keynotes and Workshops
John Roesch loves speaking to both film fans and experienced sound designers alike. From basic workshops to Q&As, John values making genuine connections with his audience. Topics include:
- The Smallest Details Make the Greatest Difference
- Insider Trivia About Your Favorite Movies
- Be Inspired to See Beyond the Surface in Every Situation
Live and Virtual Events
John Roesch can be booked for interviews, panel discussions, and keynotes, both live and virtual.
John Roesch Biography & Credentials
Legendary Foley Artist John Roesch is one of the most sought-after keynote speakers in the world, sharing the stories and excitement from “behind the scenes in Hollywood” for client and employee engagement programs. His audiences learn how to find the “fun” in every day, recognize what their passions are, and learn about what has gone into making the sound in (virtually) every movie or video game they’ve ever experienced.
John Roesch has been a Foley Artist for over 45 years, and as of this February, he retired from his position as Lead Foley Artist at Skywalker Ranch, with credits that include ET, Empire Strikes Back, Toy Story, and countless other movies, commercials, and video games. As stated in John’s 2022 interview with The New Yorker, “There are more astronauts on earth than there are working Foley artists.”
To name a few of the productions John Roesch has worked on:
- Marvel’s Avengers films
- The Lion King
- Back to the Future series
- The Matrix series
- Interstellar
- Michael Jackson’s Thriller video
- Halo 5: Guardians
- and hundreds more.
Want to book John Roesch for an event?
Contact the Mollie Plotkin Group at 215-995-0905 to book John Roesch for a keynote speech, corporate event, leadership program, workshop, fireside chat, virtual appearance, or other private or professional event.
Our team will help confirm John Roesch’s availability, speaking fee, travel requirements, and fit for your audience. To start the booking process, please share your event date, location, audience size, event format, and the type of presentation you are looking for.
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One of the Most Decorated Foley Artists Ever
It was only by happenstance that John got involved in Foley, obliging the work for a friend’s film. “Boy, what a stupid job,” John thought to himself as he started his life-long career.
Incidentally, his apartment manager was award-winning Foley artist Joan Rowe. She offered him work as her partner at Gomillion Sound, and the rest is history.
In an interview with The Times, John Roesch said “No matter how good pre-recorded sound effects are, they potentially, not always, but potentially, will not rise to the level that a foley artist can perform it to, where it’s customized and it really sounds right.”
Audible Bandwidth Productions
After 45 years as Lead Foley Artist at Skywalker Ranch, John Roesch has become a full-time keynote speaker. Today, he is the co-founder of Audible Bandwidth Productions, which produces films, television shows, and live foley demonstrations.