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DIGITAL AUDIO PRODUCTION
TECHNICAL
For more information contact:
Dr. John Darling • Leach Music Center 173 • 701-224-5444
John.Darling@bismarckstate.edu
Program Description
This groundbreaking program is the first of its kind in North Dakota. Students majoring in Digital Audio Production learn how to create and produce music recordings and complete projects typically found in professional recording and production environments. Those accepted into the program are trained on the latest versions of digital audio software such as Pro Tools and Sonar-Cakewalk, sound reinforcement, and post-production techniques. Study also includes courses in music theory, aural skills, piano, composition software (Finale/Sibelius), and the music business. Program objective is for students to develop an informed and critical aesthetic vision by learning to define quality using both musical and technical criteria.
Preparation
Digital Audio Production is an innovative field for persons who enjoy creating and engineering professional, studio-quality audio experiences. A successful student needs skills in problem-solving, critical and creative thinking, oral and written communication, hearing acuity, and attention to detail. Knowledge of computers, media, fine arts, and electronics is helpful.
Program Requirements
Students must maintain a cumulative grade point of 2.0 to graduate with a Certificate (30 credit hours) or an Associate in Applied Science degree (64 credit hours). Program completion qualifies graduates for entry-level positions in the audio recording/production industry. With careful advising and elective course selection, an Associate in Arts also can be completed that permits graduates to transfer to a four-year institution.
Career Opportunities
Performers and composers need technically qualified engineers to create music they imagine. Careers in this field focus on controlling and enhancing audio quality created in the studio and at live events. The U.S. Department of Labor expects jobs for recording and sound engineers to grow 10 percent through 2020 as music studios, radio and television stations, schools and businesses demand new equipment to improve their audio andvideo capabilities.
Career Opportunities: Recording Engineer, Record/Music Producer, Sound Designer, Broadcast Engineer/Technician, Instrument Tech Specialist, Live Sound Engineer, Sound Mixer, Recording Studio Manager.
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