Monday, June 18, 2012

Audio Engineering & Music Production Course Offering

Audio Engineering & Music Production Course

Train in 2 hour modules with an experienced sound engineer.
Learn the best practices in music/audio production.
Study how to set up and run a live sound system with hands on training.
Each module with one-on-one professional training costs $100.00.
Take block instruction at your own pace.
Student-practitioner completing 10 hours of intensive training will be awarded a certificate of completion of course requirements upon testing successfully.

Topics Instructed in Detail:

1. The evolution of mixing.
2. The mechanics of mixing.
3. The element of balance.
4. Panorama-placing the sound in the sound field.
5. Frequency range-equalizing.
6. Dimension-adding effects.
7. Dynamics-compression and gating.
8. Interest-how to create great mixes (not just good.)
9. Monitoring.
10. The master mix and mixing in the box.

About the Teacher:

This course is taught by Kevin A. Woolsey, B.S. Kevin has been in the audio production and music business since 1985. He currently teaches Applied Music and Guitar I at Christian Life Academy (Private High School) and was the director of music at Christian Life Fellowship for the last four years. He has worked alongside of numerous experienced career engineers including William Davis, Mark Coleman, Joey Maxell, Rodger Eddinger and Chris Breaux. Kevin has also worked in audio production and recording with national figures such as Lincoln Brewster, Janet Paschal, Nikki Leonti and Larnelle Harris, to name a few. His music is featured on nearly 100 radio stations in America and his music has appeared on major TV venues such as Spike TV, WGN-TV Chicago and Direct TV.

How to Schedule:

Email or call/text to set up your professional practices/hands-on training today: (225) 773-3350
You can learn the best recording methods of professionals and start using successful mixing and music production methods today!

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Audio Engineering - Sound Recording - Production Course

AUDIO ENGINEERING COURSE

Principles of Pro Mixing, Second Session

JUNE 18-22, 2012

7 PM - 9 PM (Monday - Friday)
Christian Life Academy
Baton Rouge, LA

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GET CERTIFICATION

BASIC AUDIO ENGINEERING METHODS

Learn the Secrets of Great Sound Engineer's

Baton Rouge School of Music Production

First Course Offering!

10 hour summer course on creating professional mixes in studio recording and live venues.

One week intensive instruction - 2 hours per day.

Key Topics of Instruction:

1. The evolution of mixing.

2. The mechanics of mixing.

3. The element of balance.

4. Panorama-placing the sound in the sound field.

5. Frequency range-equalizing.

6. Dimension-adding effects.

7. Dynamics-compression and gating.

8. Interest-how to create great mixes (not just good.)

9. Monitoring.

10. The master mix and mixing in the box.

Broadcast and sound engineering technicians

This is a group course taught by instructor Kevin A. Woolsey, B.S.

Total cost $495.00 (only 12 positions available.)

Similar courses are taught for as much as $2,000 to $8,000.

Kevin has been in the audio production and music business since 1985.

He currently teaches Applied Music and Guitar I at Christian Life Academy (Private High School) and was the director of music at Christian Life Fellowship for the last four years.

He has worked alongside of numerous experienced career engineers including William Davis, Mark Coleman, Joey Maxell, Rodger Eddinger and Chris Breaux.

Kevin has also worked in audio production and recording with national figures such as Lincoln Brewster, Janet Paschal, Nikki Leonti and Larnelle Harris, to name a few.

You can get CERTIFIED in Basic Audio/Sound Engineering Principles this summer!

Example tips from pro mixer:

Easy-To-Remember Golden Rules Of EQ:

1. If it sounds muddy, cut some at 250Hz.

2. If it sounds honky, cut some at 500Hz.

3. Cut if you're trying to make things sound better.

4. Boost if you're trying to make things sound different.

5. You can't boost something that's not there in the first place.

31 Hz Rumble, "chest"

63 Hz Bottom

125 Hz Boom, thump, warmth

250 Hz Fullness or mud

500 Hz Honk

1 KHz Whack

2 KHz Crunch

4 KHz Edge

8 KHz Sibilance, definition, "ouch!"

16 KHz Air

Learn the tools of the trade.

Reserve your spot today!

EMAIL (AAA)kevin.woolsey@gocrusaders.com or

Call Kevin Woolsey (225) 773-3350

Note: do not type (AAA) in actual email. this is to deter auto spammers.

Topics and keywords:

Audio engineering course in Baton Rouge, LA. Sound, audio, mixing, production, Louisiana, school of music production, mixing engineer methods, principals of balances audio mixing.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Audio/Sound Engineering Course - Baton Rouge

AUDIO ENGINEERING COURSE

Principles of Professional Mixing

June 11-15, 2012

Baton Rouge, LA

Christian Life Academy

GET CERTIFICATION

BASIC AUDIO ENGINEERING METHODS

Learn the Secrets of Great Sound Engineer's

Baton Rouge School of Music Production

First Course Offering!

10 hour summer course (June 11-15, 2012) on creating professional mixes in studio recording and live venues.

One week intensive instruction - 2 hours per day.

Key Topics of Instruction:

1. The evolution of mixing.

2. The mechanics of mixing.

3. The element of balance.

4. Panorama-placing the sound in the sound field.

5. Frequency range-equalizing.

6. Dimension-adding effects.

7. Dynamics-compression and gating.

8. Interest-how to create great mixes (not just good.)

9. Monitoring.

10. The master mix and mixing in the box.

This is a group course taught by instructor Kevin A. Woolsey, B.S.

Total cost $495.00 (only 12 positions available.)

Similar courses are taught for as much as $2,000 to $8,000.

Kevin has been in the audio production and music business since 1985.

He currently teaches Applied Music and Guitar I at Christian Life Academy (Private High School) and was the director of music at Christian Life Fellowship for the last four years.

He has worked alongside of numerous experienced career engineers including William Davis, Mark Coleman, Joey Maxell, Rodger Eddinger and Chris Breaux.

Kevin has also worked in audio production and recording with national figures such as Lincoln Brewster, Janet Paschal, Nikki Leonti and Larnelle Harris, to name a few.

You can get CERTIFIED in Basic Audio/Sound Engineering Principles this summer!

Example tips from engineer Bobby Owsinski:

Easy-To-Remember Golden Rules Of EQ:

1. If it sounds muddy, cut some at 250Hz.

2. If it sounds honky, cut some at 500Hz.

3. Cut if you're trying to make things sound better.

4. Boost if you're trying to make things sound different.

5. You can't boost something that's not there in the first place.

31 Hz Rumble, "chest"

63 Hz Bottom

125 Hz Boom, thump, warmth

250 Hz Fullness or mud

500 Hz Honk

1 KHz Whack

2 KHz Crunch

4 KHz Edge

8 KHz Sibilance, definition, "ouch!"

16 KHz Air

Learn the tools of the trade.

Reserve your spot today!

EMAIL (AAA)kevin.woolsey@gocrusaders.com or

CALL Kevin Woolsey (225) 773-3350

Note: do not type (AAA) in actual email. this is to deter auto spammers.

Topic and keywords:

Audio engineering course in Baton Rouge, LA. Sound, audio, mixing, production, Louisiana, school of music production, mixing engineer methods, principals of balances audio mixing.

Job Outlook - Broadcast and Sound Engineering Technicians

Baton Rouge School of Production - Call (225) 773-3350

Schools and universities are seeking to improve their audio and video capabilities to attract and keep the best students. They are building classrooms with interactive whiteboards and video equipment that allow teachers to give more interactive multimedia presentations and to record lectures.

Employment of broadcast technicians is expected to grow 9 percent from 2010 to 2020, while employment of sound engineering technicians is expected to grow 1 percent. The television and motion picture industry will continue to need technicians to improve the picture quality of shows and movies. The industry is installing the latest technologies, such as digital or 3D screens, in movie and home theaters and is converting existing theaters to new formats.

However, growth will be slowed by consolidation of radio and television stations and by technological improvements that will increase the productivity of technicians. Laborsaving advances, such as computer-controlled programming, may result in fewer broadcasting positions needed to produce the same number of programs.

Job Prospects

Competition for jobs will be strong. This occupation attracts many applicants who are interested in working with the latest technology and electronic equipment. Many applicants also are attracted to working in the radio and television industry.
Those looking for work in this industry will have the most job opportunities in smaller markets or stations. Those with hands-on experience with electronics or with work experience at a radio or television station will have the best job prospects. In addition, technicians are expected to be versatile and contribute to the set up, operation, and maintenance of equipment, whereas previously technicians typically specialized in one area.

Employment projections data for broadcast and sound engineering technicians, 2010-20
Occupational Title	SOC Code	Employment, 2010	Projected Employment, 2020	Change, 2010-20		Employment by Industry
Occupational Title	SOC Code	Employment, 2010	Projected Employment, 2020	Percent	Numeric	Employment by Industry
SOURCE: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program
Broadcast and Sound Engineering Technicians	—	116,900	128,600	10	11,600	—
Audio and Video Equipment Technicians	27-4011	61,200	69,400	13	8,200	[XLS]
Broadcast Technicians	27-4012	36,700	40,000	9	3,300	[XLS]
Sound Engineering Technicians	27-4014	19,000	19,100	1	100	[XLS]

Occupation	Job Duties	ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION	2010 MEDIAN PAY
Computer Support Specialists	Computer support specialists provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer software or equipment. Some, called technical support specialists, support information technology (IT) employees within their organization. Others, called help-desk technicians, assist non-IT users who are having computer problems.	Some college, no degree	$46,260
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians	Electrical and electronic engineering technicians help engineers design and develop computers, communications equipment, medical monitoring devices, navigational equipment, and other electrical and electronic equipment. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test, and repair equipment.	Associate’s degree	$56,040
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers	Electrical and electronics installers and repairers install, repair, or replace a variety of electrical equipment in telecommunications, transportation, utilities, and other industries.	Postsecondary non-degree award	$49,170
Film and Video Editors and Camera Operators	Film and video editors and camera operators record images that entertain or inform an audience. Camera operators capture a wide range of material for TV shows, motion pictures, music videos, documentaries, or news and sporting events. Editors construct the final productions from the many different images camera operators capture. They collaborate with producers and directors to create the final production.	Bachelor’s degree	$45,490

Suggested citation:

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2012-13 Edition, Broadcast and Sound Engineering Technicians,
on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/broadcast-and-sound-engineering-technicians.htm (visited May 30, 2012).

Publish Date: Thursday, March 29, 2012.

Baton Rouge School of Production - Call (225) 773-3350

How to Become a Broadcast or Sound Engineering Technician

Baton Rouge School of Music Production

Call (225) 773-3350

Most broadcast and sound engineering technicians have an associate’s degree or vocational certification, although some are hired with only a high school diploma. Some formal training, gained through either work experience or education, is often required.

Education

Audio and video equipment technicians need to have at least a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate to be eligible for entry-level positions. However, many also have an associate’s degree or vocational certificate.
Technical training for audio and video equipment technicians may take several months to a year to complete. In this training, they get hands-on experience with the equipment they will use in many entry-level positions. Coursework and practical experience from a high school or college audiovisual club can prepare a student to be an audio and video equipment technician.
Similarly, broadcast technicians need at least a high school diploma or a GED, although many also have some college education or a vocational training certificate in a related field. Because of the competitiveness of the industry, an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in broadcast technology, electronics, computer networking, or a related field can help a technician's career.
Sound engineering technicians usually complete a vocational program, which may take up to a year. Many technicians have an associate’s degree.
Prospective broadcast and sound engineering technicians should complete high school courses in math, physics, and electronics and need to have excellent computer skills to be successful in this field.

Training

Technicians who have work experience and formal training in their field will have the best opportunities for a job. Because technology is constantly improving, technicians often enroll in continuing education and receive on-the-job training to become skilled in new equipment and systems. On-the-job training may include topics such as setting up cables, testing electrical equipment, learning the codes and standards of the industry, and following safety procedures.
Training for new hires can be accomplished in a variety of ways, depending on the types of products and services the employer provides. Although some formal apprenticeship programs do exist, more frequently a new technician will accompany a more senior level technician to get the training and skills necessary for advancement.

Certification

Although not required by most employers, earning voluntary certification may offer advantages in getting a job as a broadcast or sound engineering technician. Certification allows employers to be sure that the technician meets certain industry standards and has kept up to date with new technologies.
For example, the Society of Broadcast Engineers offers eight broadcast engineering certifications, two operator certifications, and a broadcast networking certification, each of which requires passing an exam. Similarly, InfoComm International offers an audiovisual Certified Technology Specialist credential.

Advancement

Although many broadcast and sound engineering technicians work first in small markets or with small stations in big markets, after they gain the necessary experience and skills they often transfer to larger, better paying radio or television stations. Large stations almost never hire someone without previous experience, and they value more specialized skills.
Experienced workers with strong technical skills can become supervisory technicians or chief engineers. A college degree in engineering is typically needed to become chief engineer at large television stations.

Important Qualities

Communication skills. Technicians need to communicate with supervisors and coworkers to ensure that clients’ needs are met and that equipment is set up properly before broadcasts, live performances, and presentations.
Computer skills. Technicians use computer systems to program the equipment and edit audio and video recordings.
Manual dexterity. Technicians set up audio and visual equipment and cables which requires a steady hand and good hand-eye coordination. Others adjust small knobs, dials, and sliders during radio and television broadcasts and live performances.
Problem-solving skills. Technicians need to recognize problems with the equipment and propose possible solutions to them. Employers typically desire applicants with a variety of skills who are able to set up equipment, maintain the equipment, and troubleshoot and solve any problems.
Technical skills. Technicians work with and repair a variety of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems and equipment.

Job Outlook About this section

Broadcast and Sound Engineering Technicians

Percent change in employment, projected 2010-20

Total, All Occupations: 14%
Audio and Video Equipment Technicians: 13%
Broadcast and Sound Engineering Technicians: 10%
Broadcast Technicians: 9%
Sound Engineering Technicians: 1%

Employment of broadcast and sound engineering technicians is expected to grow 10 percent from 2010 to 2020, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Growth is expected as businesses, schools, and radio and television stations demand new equipment to improve their audio and video capabilities.
As a result, employment of audio and visual equipment technicians is expected to grow 13 percent from 2010 to 2020. Audio and video equipment is in demand in many buildings, where technicians set up new equipment or work to upgrade and maintain old systems. More companies are increasing their video budgets, including increasing the use of video conferencing to reduce travel costs and communicate worldwide with other offices and clients.
An increase in the use of digital signage for schools, hospitals, and hotels also will lead to higher demand for audio and video equipment technicians.
Schools and universities are seeking to improve their audio and video capabilities to attract and keep the best students. They are building classrooms with interactive whiteboards and video equipment that allow teachers to give more interactive multimedia presentations and to record lectures.
Employment of broadcast technicians is expected to grow 9 percent from 2010 to 2020, while employment of sound engineering technicians is expected to grow 1 percent. The television and motion picture industry will continue to need technicians to improve the picture quality of shows and movies. The industry is installing the latest technologies, such as digital or 3D screens, in movie and home theaters and is converting existing theaters to new formats.
However, growth will be slowed by consolidation of radio and television stations and by technological improvements that will increase the productivity of technicians. Laborsaving advances, such as computer-controlled programming, may result in fewer broadcasting positions needed to produce the same number of programs.