About This Course

Throughout this course, you’ll submerge into the endless universe of audio production, mastering fundamental skills and advanced techniques. You’ll become intimately familiar with industry-standard software  Pro Tools, learning not just how to use it, but how to shape sound like a true professional.

By the end of our 6-month journey together, you won’t just have a foundation in audio production – you’ll have the confidence to produce, arrange, edit, and mix music productions that sound professional. Through collaborative projects and feedback sessions, you’ll refine your skills and develop an ear for detail that sets you apart.

But it doesn’t stop there. We’ll guide you through the creation of your own showreel, showcasing your best work in mixing, production, and vocal projects. With insights into marketing, building your online presence, and networking, you’ll be ready to make your mark.

This Course Is For:

  • Music Producers
  • Content Creators
  • Film Makers
  • Film Students
  • DJs
  • Audio Students
  • Music Lovers
  • Project studio owners
  • A school leaver/recent high school graduate who wants to test a career in the flourishing audio industry
  • Anyone considering a career in the diverse audio industry
  • Enthusiasts for creative release

Knowledge & Skills

Month 1: Foundations of Audio Production

  • DAW & Editing Basics: Learn Pro Tools or Logic Pro X, interface navigation, and audio editing.
  • Recording Techniques: Understand microphone types, placement, and basic recording setups.
  • MIDI & Virtual Instruments: Explore MIDI sequencing, virtual instruments, and basic production.

Month 2: Mixing Fundamentals

  • Signal Flow & Gain Staging: Master DAW signal flow, tracks, busses, and level balancing.
  • EQ & Compression: Develop skills in frequency shaping and dynamic control.
  • Effects Processing: Apply reverb, delay, modulation effects, and effect routing.

Month 3: Vocal Recording & Production

  • Vocal Recording Techniques: Set up microphones, optimize room acoustics, and track vocals.
  • Editing & Tuning: Use Melodyne and Auto-Tune for pitch correction and vocal enhancement.
  • Mixing Vocals: Apply EQ, compression, de-essing, and creative effects.

Month 4: Production Styles & Techniques

  • Arrangement & Beat Making: Structure tracks, build drum patterns, and layer sounds.
  • Sampling & Synthesis: Manipulate samples, synthesize sounds, and layer instruments.
  • Automation & Timing Fixes: Automate parameters and correct rhythm inconsistencies.

Month 5: Advanced Mixing Techniques

  • Precision EQ & Compression: Use surgical EQ, multiband, and parallel compression techniques.
  • Advanced Effects & Processing: Explore bus processing, automation, and plug-in chains.
  • Genre-Specific Mixing: Apply techniques for rock, hip-hop, electronic, and jazz mixing.

Month 6: Show Reel Creation & Marketing

  • Finalising Productions: Assemble, mix, and master projects for a professional portfolio.
  • Branding & Online Presence: Learn marketing strategies, SEO, and networking.
  • Industry Standards & Distribution: Optimise loudness, formats, and release strategies.

Extra Benefits

Additionally, our students receive accredited certification and academic status, which gives you significant discounts on audio plugins and software. Plus, enjoy a 10% discount (T&Cs apply) with our venue sponsor, dr.head Get ready to express yourself through sound in ways that words cannot!

Duration:

6 Months

Schedule:

Twice Per Week

Course Cost:

AED

17000

Start Date:

April 21, 2025

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Got a question?

After the course, can I get a job?

If you're a beginner, after a 6-week course, you'll unlikely find a job. However, our live sound engineer course has a 100% success rate in that all students who have taken it (written Dec 2024)  are now audio practitioners, either full-time, busy freelance, or on long-term contracts.

How much do sound engineers earn?

In the UAE and MENA, Freelance sound engineers can earn between AED500 and AED3500 per day; here's a guide for daily rates from 2024.

Audio Techs AED 1500 +
A2 Operators - AED 1800+
A1 Operators- AED 2250+
System Tech AED 3500+

Full-time sound engineers, depending on experience, can earn monthly
AED3000 for freshers up to 18,000 or more.

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What's the difference between live sound, studio, and broadcast audio?

Live sound, studio, and broadcast audio engineering are distinct fields within the audio industry, each with unique focus and skill sets.

  1. Live Sound Engineers plan, install, tune, and mix audio at live events, adjusting sound in real-time to deliver optimal audio quality.
  2. Studio Engineers record, edit, and mix audio in studios, collaborating with artists or clients to produce high-quality sound.
  3. Broadcast Engineers handle audio for radio and TV, or streaming to ensure quality sound for live and recorded broadcasts.

What Career Options are available?

Parents of students are often concerned about career options. Fear not because live sound engineers have a wide range of career paths such as: Junior sound engineer (A2) • Senior sound engineer (A1) • Front of house engineer • Monitor engineer • Translation booth (setup and operate) • Comms (communications) • Corporate/conference engineer • AV Technician (AV Tech) • Stage Tech • Backline engineer • Sound systems engineer • Systems Tuning • Fixed Installation • RF engineer • Streaming/Broadcast • Systems integration • Project management • Technical manager.

How much are your courses?

Our course prices range from AED 2000 to AED45,000 To see what the course fees are, please visit the relevant courses

How do I register for the courses?

Just fill in this inquiry form, and tell us which course you’re interested in. Students interested in work experience program must sign work experience agreement and all students sign health and safety disclaimers.

Can I have a discount?

Discounts are available at certain holidays and occasional promotions. Students enrolling 30 days before a start date can avail discounts, too. Follow socials to get updated.