Program Description
The sweet sound of success begins at Hennepin Technical College with training as an audio production specialist.
Learn to record and mix music, narration, and sound effects in a recording studio with experienced instructors. Various productions such as music, commercials, video games, TV shows, films, and audio-visual projects utilize this training.
Courses aim to help students understand the science of acoustics and studio design, as well as develop location recording and sound design skills.
Students learn skills like live sound design, foley and sound effects, and mixing and mastering techniques in state-of-the-art facilities. They are prepared for mastering and duplication of sound to multiple audio formats, including emerging recording media.
Are you ready to succeed as a member of a professional production team? Graduates are prepared for jobs like foley artist, audio engineer, mixing engineer, music production, and sound designer.
Workforce services for eligible adults are available through this program authorized by Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Wages/Outlook/Advancement
Wage and Job Outlook information for this program are available at Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED).
Typical entry-level positions are often competitive and may involve long hours. Candidates who strive to advance beyond entry-level status must show a great degree of creativity, motivation and persistence. Well-developed interpersonal skills are a must for success.
Entrepreneurism is alive and well in the audio field. Many engineers have secured permanent positions as a result of competent freelance work. Others have built their freelance work into successful businesses. Jobs exist in music and voice recording, location audio for video, corporate media production and live sound reinforcement. Many musicians/engineers specialize in advertising work, composing and recording exclusively for commercials and industrial clients. Relocation may be necessary to pursue your career as an audio recording specialist!
Hennepin Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In 2003, Hennepin Tech became a member of the HLC Academic Quality Improvement Program.
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- Hennepin Tech is an AVID Pro Tools certified training site for over 10 years.
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- McDSP Education Partner
Articulations
For a complete list of current of all agreements, please visit the Minnesota Transfer website.
Industry Partners
The Audio Production department’s advisory committee is comprised of industry professionals throughout the audio field’s various disciplines. The committee is essential in gathering insight into industry trends and the alignment of curriculum with what students need to be prepared for the competitive audio industry.
