Sports Broadcast Audio

OVERVIEW

LEARN HOW TO BREAK INTO BROADCAST TV AS AN A2 AUDIO ENGINEER

Get and introduction to broadcast audio and comms hardware and process. Discover how broadcast audio is designed and managed through the mixers point of view.This is an opportunity to sit in the mixer's chair and follow along on an actual MLB post-season game.

Led by Doug Deems.

2024 DATES:

Jan 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th
5pm - 8pm
+ 4 classes total over 2 weeks, with shadowing opportunities TBD

REQUIREMENTS:
+ Completion of our Live Sound Training Program
[ability to bypass for those with relevant audio experience]
+ Dante Level 1 Certification
[available for free at Audinate.com. Takes ~1 hour to complete. Certificate of completion must be submitted at least 1 week before program start]

After completing the application, please check for an email response after your submission. If you do not see one check your spam folder.You will get a notification email a few weeks prior to your start date. This will include a liability waiver and photo release document (via Docusign). This paperwork must be completed before the first day of class.

Classes take place at 112 Saint Joseph Street Pittsburgh, PA 15210

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Overall employment of broadcast and sound engineering technicians is projected to grow 8 percent from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Employment of audio and visual equipment technicians is projected to grow 12 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.

This class breaks down the jobs, equipment, and certifications needed to work in this fast paced environment. We will break down how these types of crews are staffed, what qualifications you need to work in the field, and reanact live sports events on our state of the art console.