i Program Overview
Musicians Institute’s Audio Engineering Program gets you beyond textbooks and right into the studio! The Audio Engineering Program provides a unique blend of small, hands-on classes to prepare aspiring engineers for the demands of the audio industry. As an audio engineer in training, you’ll flourish within our facilities, including our cutting-edge recording studios, live music venues, post-production dub stage, and multiple digital audio workstation (DAW) labs.
Here, you’ll gain hands-on training by recording live session musicians, have access to industry-standard equipment, and obtain invaluable mentorships from experienced professionals, ensuring that you’re well-prepared to excel in the world of audio engineering.
Our curriculum covers everything from signal flow and microphone techniques to advanced mixing and mastering skills, ensuring you have a well-rounded skill set. Students also have the opportunity to collaborate with peers in other music programs, fostering a dynamic learning environment that reflects the collaborative nature of the industry. By the end of the program, you’ll have a comprehensive portfolio showcasing your expertise, ready to impress potential employers and kickstart your career in audio engineering.
Musicians Institute’s Audio Engineering Program is your gateway to success so take the first step today and turn your passion into a fulfilling career in the music industry.
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
AUDIO-209 – Console Operations API with Practical Recording
AUDIO-155E – Video Game Audio
AUDIO-204 – Mixing Essentials 1
DEGREE BY THE NUMBERS
From 10 weeks to 6 months, there’s an option for you!
Certificate in Audio Engineering – 2 Quarters, 30 Credits
Individual courses – 10 weeks in length
i Program Overview
Musicians Institute’s Audio Engineering Program gets you beyond textbooks and right into the studio! The Audio Engineering Program provides a unique blend of small, hands-on classes to prepare aspiring engineers for the demands of the audio industry. As an audio engineer in training, you’ll flourish within our facilities, including our cutting-edge recording studios, live music venues, post-production dub stage, and multiple digital audio workstation (DAW) labs.
Here, you’ll gain hands-on training by recording live session musicians, have access to industry-standard equipment, and obtain invaluable mentorships from experienced professionals, ensuring that you’re well-prepared to excel in the world of audio engineering.
Our curriculum covers everything from signal flow and microphone techniques to advanced mixing and mastering skills, ensuring you have a well-rounded skill set. Students also have the opportunity to collaborate with peers in other music programs, fostering a dynamic learning environment that reflects the collaborative nature of the industry. By the end of the program, you’ll have a comprehensive portfolio showcasing your expertise, ready to impress potential employers and kickstart your career in audio engineering.
Musicians Institute’s Audio Engineering Program is your gateway to success so take the first step today and turn your passion into a fulfilling career in the music industry.
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
AUDIO-209 – Console Operations API with Practical Recording
AUDIO-155E – Video Game Audio
AUDIO-204 – Mixing Essentials 1
i The MI Difference
i The MI Difference
i Facilities
i Facilities
i Faculty
Musicians Institute hosts a highly skilled faculty with extensive experience in the world of contemporary music.
i Faculty
Musicians Institute hosts a highly skilled faculty with extensive experience in the world of contemporary music.
Francis Buckley
MULTIPLE GOLD AND PLATINUM RECORDS / GRAMMY AWARD / QUINCY JONES / ALANIS MORISSETTE / AEROSMITH / CELINE DION / BLACK FLAG
Adam Kagan
KANYE WEST / ELTON JOHN / GLADYS KNIGHT / CEE-LO
Mauricio De Togni (“Otto”)
J.VALENTINE & J.CARMICHAEL (MAROON 5) / Logic Pro Certified Pro/Trainer / Certified Pro Tools Expert/Instructor (Over 53 certifications)
TJ Helmerich
STANLEY CLARKE / SCOTT HENDERSON / DENNIS CHAMBERS / GARY WILLISADAM
Francis Buckley
MULTIPLE GOLD AND PLATINUM RECORDS / GRAMMY AWARD / QUINCY JONES / ALANIS MORISSETTE / AEROSMITH / CELINE DION / BLACK FLAG
Adam Kagan
KANYE WEST / ELTON JOHN / GLADYS KNIGHT / CEE-LO
Mauricio De Togni (“Otto”)
J.VALENTINE & J.CARMICHAEL (MAROON 5) / Logic Pro Certified Pro/Trainer / Certified Pro Tools Expert/Instructor (Over 53 certifications).
TJ Helmerich
STANLEY CLARKE / SCOTT HENDERSON / DENNIS CHAMBERS / GARY WILLISADAM
i Alumni Success Stories
i Alumni Success Stories
International Students
International students make up nearly one-fourth of MI’s total student population, representing more than 50 countries throughout the world. The International Student Office is dedicated to making the transition from each student’s home country to MI’s Hollywood campus as smooth and easy as possible.
i Career Options
i Career Options
“What can I do with a degree in Audio Engineering?”
Following in the non-traditional spirit of MI, graduates with a degree in audio engineering have found careers in diverse settings across the music industry. We strive to prepare graduates for mastery in any opportunities that arise in electronic music, like:
> ASSISTANT AUDIO ENGINEER
The assistant audio engineer supports the lead recording engineer in all studio-related activities, from answering phones and coiling cables to tweaking outboard gear and prepping rough mixes.
> FIRST AUDIO ENGINEER
The first, or house, engineer records each instrument and part separately and often repeatedly, creating a number of tracks and takes to work with. Once all or most of the components of the song have been recorded, the recording engineer edits and weaves them together, taking input from the artist and producer.
> PROJECT STUDIO OWNER
Studio owners create or purchase a recording studio, hire the core staff, secure initial clients, and oversee the studio’s growth.
> FRONT OF HOUSE (FOH) ENGINEER
The FOH (front of house) engineer, who works at a mixing board located in the audience, controls the sound heard by the audience through the venue’s main speakers.
> MUSIC PRODUCER
Music producers oversee and direct recording projects for musical artists.
“What can I do with a degree in Audio Engineering?”
Following in the non-traditional spirit of MI, graduates with a degree in audio engineering have found careers in diverse settings across the music industry. We strive to prepare graduates for mastery in any opportunities that arise in electronic music, like:
> ASSISTANT AUDIO ENGINEER
The assistant audio engineer supports the lead recording engineer in all studio-related activities, from answering phones and coiling cables to tweaking outboard gear and prepping rough mixes.
> FIRST AUDIO ENGINEER
The first, or house, engineer records each instrument and part separately and often repeatedly, creating a number of tracks and takes to work with. Once all or most of the components of the song have been recorded, the recording engineer edits and weaves them together, taking input from the artist and producer.
> PROJECT STUDIO OWNER
Studio owners create or purchase a recording studio, hire the core staff, secure initial clients, and oversee the studio’s growth.
> FRONT OF HOUSE (FOH) ENGINEER
The FOH (front of house) engineer, who works at a mixing board located in the audience, controls the sound heard by the audience through the venue’s main speakers.
> MUSIC PRODUCER
Music producers oversee and direct recording projects for musical artists.
i Career Development
i Career Development
Artist & Career Services
Artist & Career Services (ACS) is an extensive resource center designed to offer students and alumni active professional & personal development to succeed in today’s competitive entertainment industry.
ACS provides help in career development like resume building, workshops, industry mentors, discounted gear, internships, and more.
i Scholarships & Financial Aid
i Financial Aid
Don’t let finances get in the way of your dreams! MI has a range of scholarships and financial aid options available for incoming students of all kinds. Scholarships available to Audio Engineering students include:
MI DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Musicians Institute offers the MI Development Scholarship to newly enrolling students in order to encourage the educational development of musicians and music industry professionals.
AUDIO ENGINEERING & STUDIO RECORDING SCHOLARSHIP
Musicians Institute offers the Audio Engineering & Studio Recording Scholarship to newly enrolling and continuing students in order to encourage the educational development of audio engineers and audio industry professionals.
For more information on financial aid opportunities, including scholarships, please visit our Financial Aid page.
Ready to start your Audio Engineering journey?
Ready to start your Audio Engineering journey?
The first step in applying to our on-ground or online program is to complete an Application for Admission, and get started with the best music college!
The first step in applying to our on-ground or online program is to complete an Application for Admission, and get started with the best music college!
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i Upcoming Events
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