Program Description
The sweet sound of success begins here with training as an audio production specialist in Hennepin Technical College's state-of-the-art facilities. You will learn from Hennepin Tech's highly qualified instructors how to record and mix music, narration and sound effects for music and commercial productions, video, television, film post-production, and audio-visual projects. You will be ready to produce on the job because you will be training on up-to-date equipment used by industry leaders. Prepare for mastering and duplication to multiple audio formats, including emerging media. Understand acoustics and studio design, as well as location recording and sound design skills. You will be ready to succeed as a member of a professional production team.
Program Information
Swipe→
Class Time: Day/Night
Semester: Fall Semester
Campus: Eden Prairie
Skills Required
First semester requirements into the Audio Production Program include:
- Admission to Hennepin Tech
- Concurrent enrollment in ARSP 1100, ARSP 1110, and ARSP 1130
- 78+ on Reading Placement Test or ENGL0921
- Please contact an advisor or counselor with any questions you may have
Wages/Outlook/Advancement
Wage and Job Outlook information for this program are available at CAREERwise.
Typical entry-level positions are often competitive and may involve long hours. Candidates who strive to advance beyond entry-level status must show a great degree of creativity, motivation and persistence. Well-developed interpersonal skills are a must for success.
Entrepreneurism is alive and well in the audio field. Many engineers have secured permanent positions as a result of competent freelance work. Others have built their freelance work into successful businesses. Jobs exist in music and voice recording, location audio for video, corporate media production and live sound reinforcement. Many musicians/engineers specialize in advertising work, composing and recording exclusively for commercials and industrial clients. Relocation may be necessary to pursue your career as an audio recording specialist!
Hennepin Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In 2003, Hennepin Tech became a member of the HLC Academic Quality Improvement Program.
- Hennepin Tech is an AVID Pro Tools certified training site for over 10 years.
- McDSP Education Partner
Articulations
The Audio Production department has a 2+2 articulation with Minnesota State University Mankato to offer a bachelor of science (BS) degree in Music Industry-Audio Production Specialist. The student will be able to obtain the associate in applied science (AAS) degree in Audio Production from Hennepin Technical College and BS degree from MSU-Mankato. This options enables the student to gain the hands-on technical aspect from Hennepin Technical College along with the music business and theory training that MSU-Mankato can offer.
Visit Minnesota State University-Mankato's Music Industry site for more information on this innovative option.
For a complete list of current of all agreements, please visit the Minnesota Transfer website.
Industry Partners
The Audio Production department's advisory committee is comprised of industry professionals throughout the audio field's various disciplines. The committee is essential in gathering insight into industry trends and the alignment of curriculum with what students need to be prepared for the competitive audio industry.
Are you a current student with a question?
Contact OneStop today!
Email: OneStop@HennepinTech.edu
Phone: 952-995-1300