Specialist Diploma in Live Sound (Orita Sinclair School of Design & Music)
Course Information
Description
Course Overview
The live events industry has been radically transformed in the last few years. Live sound engineers need to play multiple roles and be able to harness digital technologies to create exciting and memorable live events.
The Specialist Diploma in Live Sound will develop your ability to plan and set up live sound events using digital live audio equipment and develop your proficiency with the industry-standard Dante protocol. You will also learn the art of recording and mixing live event performances. Finally, you will hone your ability to set up a modern live event, integrating audio and video feeds for live streaming and hybrid events. Take your first steps into the exciting world of live music and events as a live sound professional and more.
You will be challenged with real-world scenarios as you learn from seasoned experts. Take advantage of the many opportunities to explore authentic event spaces and engage with professionals at the forefront of the industry. Graduate with the confidence that you are ready for the exciting world of live music and events as a live sound professional and more. The maximum teacher to student ratio for the course is 1:18.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to meet the following minimum requirements
At least 18 years old
AND
At least 1 year relevant working experience in audio engineering and at least a pass in English at ‘N’ Level or a minimum proficiency level of the WSQ Workplace Literacy Level (WPL) 5
OR
Completed Diploma in Music Production and Audio Engineering at Orita Sinclair
OR
A recognised diploma or degree in a related field
Applicants who do not have the required relevant working experience, will have to sit for an interview to evaluate if their existing level of competency is sufficient for the course requirements.
*International applicants with equivalent academic qualifications will be considered.
Career Opportunities
- Front of House Engineer
- Monitor Mix Engineer
- Live Streaming Engineer
- Live Production Sound Mixer
- Live Production Recording Engineer
Modules
- Digital Live Sound Engineering
- Live Sound Digital Connections (Dante)
- Introduction to Audio for Live Streams
- Live Event Recording & Mixing Techniques
- Live Streaming Operations