Audio Engineering

Teacher

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Audio Engineering CTE program prepares students for the vast world in audio and music production. Our brand new recording facility has the most state of the art audio production equipment and students will be able to create, mix and produce music in a variety of ways for tv, films, and radio.

Our brand new facility features a 120 square foot sound isolation recording booth, 28 student MAC production stations and professional equipment to work on by Neve, API, Pultec, Empirical Labs, Avalon, Universal Audio, Solid State Logic, Focusrite, Chandler, Manley, Warm Audio, Heritage Audio, Daking, Drawmer, DBX, Lexicon, Eventide, Neuman, Beyerdynamic, Royer, Sennheiser, Audio Technica, AKG, Coles, Allen and Heath, Shure, Turbosound, and many more…

CERTIFICATION

There is a multitude of certifications that can be earned by graduation. They include Career and Technical Education Advanced Regents Diploma, Skills USA Assessment in Audio and Radio Production, and Dante Level One User Certification

Work Based Learning Experiences

We partner with our many contacts in the professional field to provide students with meaningful internship opportunities at major recording studios, live sound venues, radio stations and production facilities. One local business partner, Castellano’s House of Music, assists students with acquiring equipment.

A list of possible career paths in the audio field are:

Recording engineer
Tracking engineer
Studio engineer
Broadcast audio engineer
Podcast recording and mixing engineer
Theater audio engineer
Producer
Forensic audio specialist
Gaming audio design engineer
Live sound engineer
Mastering engineer
TV and film audio engineer
Monitor engineer
Audiologist
Foley sound design artist

Career Opportunities

Local One Stage Hands Union

Local One is the premier stagehand union of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E). We are the Brothers and Sisters who construct, install, maintain, and operate the lighting and sound equipment, the scenery and special effects which thrill and delight audiences attending Broadway shows, concerts at Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden and Carnegie Hall, the magnificent, spectacular productions at The Metropolitan Opera and throughout Lincoln Center, and the many entertaining broadcasts from CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and PBS. We work at numerous cable TV studios and make possible the presentation of major corporate industrials and special events.

Local One does it all — lights, sound, video, scenery and rigging, special effects. Whatever your production needs may be, however big or small, nobody can make your dreams come true better than the skilled, talented professional stage employees of Local One. We are famous for our dedication and unique abilities. Average Salary $110k

Live Sound Engineer

A live sound engineer is responsible for the technical aspects of sound during live performances, such as concerts, theater productions, or corporate events. Their primary goal is to ensure that the sound being produced by the performers is heard clearly and at an appropriate volume by the audience. They work with a variety of equipment, including mixing consoles, microphones, amplifiers, and speakers, to achieve this goal. Live sound engineers need to be highly skilled in their craft, as live performances present unique challenges that require quick thinking and problem-solving abilities. They need to be able to adjust to changes in the performance on the fly, such as changes in volume or instrumentation, and ensure that the sound quality remains consistent and of high quality throughout the event. They also need to be able to communicate effectively with performers, other technicians, and event organizers to ensure that everyone is on the same page and that the performance runs smoothly. Average Salary $80k

Audio Engineer

An audio engineer is responsible for editing, posting and setting up audiovisual events and conferences. They work with vendors and project managers to certify new installations and recommend new equipment. Audio engineers also actively participate in the design, configuration, implementation and optimization of related technology platforms. When dealing with large teams, audio engineers may train employees and clients on systems testing, upgrading and troubleshooting. Average Salary $100k

Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist

A Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist is a unique position for early career generalists that can combine technical know-how with editorial prowess. A Podcast Publishing and Programming Specialist offers key support in managing podcast publishing and programming processes, gaining hands-on experience in the creative editorial work that makes a podcast network standout in the marketplace. This role requires attention to detail, technical proficiency, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines. This role reports to the Executive Editor and Producer, Podcasts with a dotted line to the Director of Publishing & Social. Average salary $70k-$90k

Audiologists

Audiologists are health care professionals who diagnose, manage, and treat hearing, balance, or ear problems. They work in the field of audiology, which is the science of hearing and balance. They determine the severity and type of hearing loss a patient has and develop a plan for treatment. Average salary $95k

Acoustical Engineer

Acoustical engineering is the science of sound and vibration in technology. An acoustical engineer works with noise, vibration, and acoustics. You use equipment to measure, manipulate, and analyze sound as part of your daily responsibilities. Duties involve improving sound quality, reducing noise, and managing sound pollution on an environmental and human comfort scale. You assess the impact of sound on animals, people, and the environment. Jobs in acoustical engineering exist in the construction industry, both in the public and private sectors. Average Salary $70k-$110k