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A Sound Engineer attends to the audio quality and sound recording during music, radio, film, television or stage productions. You might monitor sound broadcasts during live shows or edit and enhance audio being recorded. Sound Engineers use a range of equipment from microphones to editing consoles. You might mix together audio or use techniques to add special sound effects.
A Sound Engineer needs to have excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to work to a production schedule and be a part of a larger team. Sound Engineers need good technical abilities and you’ll have to be skilled at operating a range of equipment. Depending on your role you might work irregular hours and may have to work on locations outside of a studio.
There are 7 courses available for people who want to become a Sound Engineer. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
Possible job outcomes:
The Bachelor of Music (Performance) offers practical instruction and ensemble experiences in orchestral instruments, piano, guitar, and classical voice. This course develops skills, knowledge, and understanding of the practical, theoretical, and conceptual aspects of music. It is tailored for musicians interested in pursuing a career as professional performers in orchestras, opera, jazz ensembles, or musical theatre. The degree focuses on honing performance abilities and deepening musical understanding, preparing students for successful careers in various performance settings. .
Average duration: 4 years.
Join a radio, TV, or film production crew with the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Post-production). This nationally recognised qualification gives you a solid grounding in the creative arts industries, teaching you how to develop your own creative practice and technical skills in media editing and post-production. The course covers: managing media assets, editing digital content and complex media productions, realising creative projects, reproducing sound for post-production, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, post-production competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
Learn how to record, edit, and publish professional-level sound recordings with the CUA50820 Diploma of Music (Sound Production). Whether you’re a songwriter looking to self-publish your own music or an aspiring sound engineer, this nationally recognised diploma will get you started. The course covers: recording sound on location, recording music in the studio, editing sound and dialogue, mixing recorded songs, reproducing sound for post-production, compiling music for soundtracks, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, sound production career competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 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 requirements, music production career competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
The CUA40920 Certificate IV in Music is for aspiring musicians and industry professionals who need a holistic understanding of the international music business as well as professional level musicianship skills. Your studies begin with an introduction to music business opportunities, copyright, and creative practice. You’ll then gain technical skills in any of four specialist areas: performance, creation and composition, sound production, music business and marketing. Enquire now for entry requirements, the list of speciality units (and their availability) as well as course openings near you..
In Australia, a full time Sound Engineer generally earns $1,350 per week ($70,200 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.
This industry has seen moderate growth in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 3,000 people working as a Sound Engineer in Australia. Sound Engineers may find work in larger cities and towns where productions are based.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Diploma of Music Industry is a great qualification if you’re thinking of starting a career as a Sound Technician. You’ll explore a range of techniques for arranging, recording and mixing music. If you decide to take your studies further you could consider an Advanced Diploma of Music Industry where you’ll extend your skills in sound production.
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Here are some potential career pathways within film, tv and production and music. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Film, TV and Production
Props Assistant
$960 weekly pay
Wardrobe Assistant
Assistant Editor
$1,150 weekly pay
Audio Visual Technician
Broadcast Technician
Camera Assistant
Cinematographer
$1,250 weekly pay
Digital Content Creator
Digital Producer
Film Score Composer
Filmmaker
Foreign Correspondent
Gaffer
Grip
Lighting Designer
Lighting Technician
Production Assistant
Set Designer
Sports Broadcaster
Stage Manager
Stage Technician
$1,050 weekly pay
Studio Executive
Television Producer
Theatre Technician
Videographer
Visual Technician
Broadcast Production Manager
$1,350 weekly pay
Broadcaster
$1,500 weekly pay
Casting Agent
$1,888 weekly pay
Content Creator
$1,400 weekly pay
Director of Photography
Film and TV Production Manager
Film Director
Film Editor
Film Producer
Podcaster
$1,340 weekly pay
Radio Broadcaster
Radio Producer
Screenplay Writer
$1,300 weekly pay
Sound Engineer
Theatre Director
Video Producer
$2,212 weekly pay
Video Production Manager
Music
Assistant Sound Engineer
Disc Jockey
Music Tutor
Musician
Music Conductor
Music Editor
Music Journalist
Music Therapist
$1,440 weekly pay
Musicologist
Production Manager
Songwriter
Sound Technician
Vocal Coach
Audio Engineer
Music Composer
Music Manager
Music Producer
Music Publisher
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