Audio Engineer Courses
An Audio Engineer ensures high-quality sound for recordings, mixing audio and adding effects while collaborating with the production team.
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How do I become a Audio Engineer
Get qualified to work as a Audio Engineer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CUA40920
Duration
4 months - 12 months
Get the skills you need to record and mix music demos and live performances with the CUA40920 Certificate IV in Music (Sound Production). If you’re an aspiring sound engineer or singer/songwriter wanting to self-publish your own music, this is the course for you. During your studies you learn the basics of audio theory, copyright, and collaborating with other music professionals. You’ll also gain professional-level technical skills in sound recording, editing, mixing, and publishing. Enquire now for entry...
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4 months - 12 months
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CUA60520
Duration
6 months - 12 months
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use wide-ranging analytical, technical, creative, conceptual and managerial skills in their chosen field in the music industry. Their knowledge base may be specialised or broad, and they may operate in their industry sector with autonomy, judgement, and defined responsibility. These individuals are sometimes accountable for group outcomes. They may work in music performance, music creation and composition, music tuition, sound production, or music bu...
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6 months - 12 months
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The Associate Degree of Music (Creative Technology) is a comprehensive program that equips students with the technical skills and creative insights to excel in the modern music industry. Through hands-on training and theoretical exploration, students will develop a solid foundation in music production, audio engineering, and digital composition, preparing them for a diverse range of roles in the field of music and creative technology.
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The Bachelor of Music Industry (Audio Production) offers unparalleled flexibility and innovation in Australia. It equips emerging music professionals with collaborative skills to navigate the industry independently. Key focuses include studio recording, live event sound, media post-production, and professional mixing/mastering. Students engage in interdisciplinary projects and industry placements, gaining hands-on experience in world-class recording studios, live event mixing, and audio production for fil...
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How much does an Audio Engineer earn?
In Australia, a full time Audio Engineer generally earns $1,800 per week ($93,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for an Audio Engineer?
Audio Engineers have seen moderate growth in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 3,000 people working in this job role in Australia. Audio Engineers may find work in larger cities and towns where productions are based.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become an Audio Engineer?
If you’re planning to become an Audio Engineer consider enrolling in a Diploma of Music Industry. This qualification will help you develop techniques for composing, arranging, recording, mixing and performing music. You could also enrol in an Advanced Diploma of Music Industry or a Certificate IV in Music Industry.
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An Audio Engineer works on sound recordings for music, radio, television or stage productions. You’ll make sure audio quality is suitable and may have to edit or enhance sounds during the recording process or later during editing. Audio Engineers mix audio together using editing consoles and you might use engineering techniques to add special sound effects.
An Audio Engineer must be able to work as part of a recording team. You’ll need to be organised and be able to follow a production schedule. Audio Engineers need strong attention to detail and excellent technical skills. You’ll need to operate various sound equipment and may have to work on location when required.
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