Audio Technician
Median Salary: $58,100
Audiovisual Equipment Installer
Median Salary: $56,040
Broadcast Technician
Median Salary: $47,260
Media Technical Director
Median Salary: $80,970
Sound Engineering Technician
Median Salary: $63,250
Audio Engineering
Engineer The Sound Of Success With Audio Engineering
Remix your career to the beat of the music through a degree in Media Arts & Technology with a concentration in Audio Engineering. At MWCC, our newly renovated audio studios hold all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in the media arts field.
As one of the only higher education systems in Massachusetts with a comprehensive audio facility, fully equipped to handle music recording and sound for visual media, you can be sure you will learn on professional-grade audio tools from experts in the field.
Become A Master Of The Soundboard
Your Audio Engineering program will include classes like:
- Audio Production.
- Video Production.
- Critical Listening for Audio Engineers.
- Music Recording and Mixing Techniques
- Live Sound Reinforcement.
You will receive both audio engineering and video editing skills through a combination of sound and visual production courses. Through hands-on training mixed with classroom lecture and research, you will be prepared to succeed in all aspects of the audio engineering field.
Find The Audio Engineering Career Meant For You
After you graduate, you will be ready to enter into many different media art production fields.
| You can find a career in: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Music | Radio | Theater |
| Gaming | Television | Cinema |
Preparing Yourself For Success As An Audio Engineer
As an audio engineer, you will learn that not every day looks the same. You may find yourself loading and transporting delicate sound equipment one day and recording the next, looking to maintain sound outputs and keep the talent’s voice at a consistent level.
What skills and attributes will make you successful in this line of work? Attention to detail is a must. Sound engineers take responsibility for so many things on a daily basis, and keeping track of everything that needs to get done is a critical aspect of your job. You will also need to demonstrate focus, as even small things can derail audio sessions. Problem solvers will have a lot of success in this field. Other attributes of great sound engineers include:
- Outstanding organization.
- Patience with talent and equipment.
- Diligence and reliability.
Job Outlook For Audio Engineers
As a Broadcast or Sound Engineering Technician, you can make an average of $42,650* annually. The projected job growth for the field is 8%* over the next 10 years. With your education and experience, you can expect to stand out in the job market.
Resources At MWCC
Community colleges provide high-quality education at a fraction of what you would pay for a four-year degree. When you attend a school like MWCC, you receive the excellent academics and standout support you desire without acquiring the large amounts of student loan debt typical of a degree from a four-year college.
Community colleges also offer the small classes and individual attention that help so many students thrive. Where you’re often just another face in a big hall at a four-year college, the faculty at a community college will get to know you personally and do their best to help you succeed in and beyond the classroom.
Ready To Take The Next Step?
Your journey starts with a single step. We have all the information you need to move forward with confidence. Reach out today to learn more about life at The Mount and how to get started.
