Beginning Audio Production

This course serves as an introduction to the theory and practice of audio production for radio, television, film, and digital recording applications. Principles of digital audio production, digital recording, microphone use and placement, sound effects, audio mixing and sound design and aesthetics. Practical experience with microphones, multi-track digital audio recording and mixing, editing, mastering, and control-board cueing. Digitizing and mixing compact disc, DVD, audio/video, and analog sources with music, spoken word, voice-over narration, and sound effects. Integration of sound design in motion pictures, television and the media arts. General F.C.C. rules and regulations pertinent to the broadcast industry. This course introduces students to the fascinating synergy between audio production, sound design, and generative A.I. technologies. Students will explore how A.I. can be used to create and manipulate soundscapes, sound effects, and music. They will gain practical skills in using generative A.I. tools to produce unique audio experiences. Upon completion, students will have basic knowledge of applied audio concepts, production workflow, equipment functions, and audio editing software. (C-ID FTVE 120) Transfer: CSU