Sound Design Courses and Certifications

School of Visual Arts

Fundamentals of Post-Production

Explore post-production techniques, from editing and sound design to color grading, enhancing storytelling skills and streamlining workflows for impactful video creation.

• Kadenze
• 36 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Video Editing

669 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to edit video in this project-based introduction to both the aesthetic and technical aspects of video editing.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Audio Mixing Bootcamp

272 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Reveals industry tips, tricks, and techniques for producing professionally mixed audio.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 8 hours 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Ableton Live I: The First Steps of Digital Music Production

Learn Ableton Live basics: interface, settings, browsers, clips, tracks, scenes, and warping. Gain essential skills for digital music production, perfect for beginners and aspiring producers.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Audio Mixing Master Class

224 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Become a master audio mixer. Get a master class in audio mixing from one of the music industry's most admired teachers, Bobby Owsinski.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 9 hours 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Premiere Pro Basics: Best Tips for Video Content Creators

Discover essential tips for video editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, from organizing footage to creating engaging B-roll and mastering sound design. Learn professional techniques to elevate your content creation skills.

• Skillshare
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Mobile Filmmaking 101: Capture Stories With Your Phone

Learn the fundamentals of mobile cinematography to create captivating videos that tell a story using your iPhone or Android

• Domestika
• 4 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners

Learn how to use the industry-leading software from scratch and discover how to professionally edit video and audio

• Domestika
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Storytelling in the Edit: 5 Essential Principles

Enhance your video storytelling with 5 essential editing principles, including visual impact, sound continuity, and creative transitions. Apply techniques from award-winning editors to elevate your projects.

• Skillshare
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Learning Scratch

108 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Teach yourself or your students programming with Scratch, the simple, web-based visual programming language.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Indie Filmmaking: Get the Blockbuster Look on a DIY Budget

Learn to create high-quality fan films on a DIY budget. Covers moodboarding, direction, location selection, acting, VFX, sound, and more. Perfect for aspiring filmmakers looking to bring their passion projects to life.

• Skillshare
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2023: Beginner Video Editing

Learn to edit stunning videos for YouTube and other platforms using Adobe Premiere Pro. Master essential techniques, effects, and workflows to create professional-quality content efficiently.

• Skillshare
• 15 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Demystifying Audio Synthesis: The Basics

100 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how synthesis actually works, how to sculpt sound with filters and envelopes, and how to craft your own synth patches, including leads, pads, drums, and bass.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

ABLETON LIVE: The Ultimate Crash Course

Learn Ableton Live basics in 31 minutes: navigate workstations, use samples, record audio/MIDI, and apply effects. Jumpstart your music production journey with essential skills and a provided template.

• Skillshare
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Game Prototyping in Unity

87 ratings at Pluralsight

Have you ever wondered how to get started making a game from scratch? In this course, Game Prototyping in Unity, you'll learn just that, covering all of the steps needed to build a playable prototype. First, you'll explore how to create a simple level…

• Pluralsight
• 2 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available