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Studio sound engineer apprenticeships

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Studio sound engineer apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • a university course
  • a college course
  • an apprenticeship
  • working towards this role
  • specialist courses run by private training providers


    • University

    You could do a foundation degree or degree in: 

    • sound engineering and production
    • audio engineering 
    • music production

    You'll usually need at least 1 A-Level, or equivalent, for a foundation degree. You'll need 2 to 3 A -Levels, or equivalent, for a degree. 

    College

    You could take a college course, like: 

    • Level 3 Diploma in Sound Production 
    • Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology

    You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent. 

    Apprenticeship

    You could complete a creative venue technician or technical theatre Level 3 apprenticeship, which have options in sound. You'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths. 

    Work

    You could start as a runner or an assistant in a recording studio and work your way up by learning basic tasks and making contacts.

    Volunteering

    You can work on community music events, DJ projects, hospital or community radio, or mix and record music in a home studio and post your work online.

    Other Routes

    You could do short courses offered by private training providers to build up your skills and knowledge. This is a job where getting experience and making contacts is important to help you to find work. You'll need a good knowledge of music and recording technology. You may also find it useful to understand physics and electronics.


    Studio sound engineer apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • knowledge of computer operating systems, hardware and software 
    • the ability to work well with others 
    • the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure 
    • to be flexible and open to change 
    • persistence and determination 
    • customer service skills 
    • knowledge of media production and communication
    • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

    Studio sound engineer apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    In your day-to-day duties you could:

    • plan recording sessions with producers and artists
    • set up microphones and equipment in the studio
    • make sure the volume and recording levels are set correctly
    • operate recording equipment and add effects 
    • record each instrument or vocal onto a separate track 
    • mix tracks to produce a final 'master' track
    • log recordings and other details of the session in the studio archive
    Working environment
    You could work at a recording studio. Your working environment may be emotionally demanding and you may spend nights away from home.

    Career path and progression - Studio sound engineer apprenticeships

    With experience, you could specialise in a particular technical skill, become a music producer, studio manager, or start your own recording studio.

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