Audio Production (STAR Course)
Creative Media
A course by
SIT
A practical STAR course for secondary school students to learn the fundamentals of studio equipment operation, sound design, and communication with performers in recording and event contexts.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
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Operate studio recording equipment
Gain practical experience using the tools and technology found in a professional audio recording studio setting.
Communicate effectively with performers
Develop communication skills necessary to work effectively with performers during studio sessions and live events.
Apply knowledge of sound and sound design
Understand and implement concepts of sound and sound design appropriate for various entertainment and event contexts, including selecting and applying processes to enhance audio.
What You're Signing Up For
This Audio Production STAR course is designed for New Zealand secondary students to gain foundational skills in working with sound and audio technology in entertainment and event contexts. Through a mix of studio operation and real-world performer communication, students complete several NZQA unit standards covering aspects of sound production, sound design, and sound enhancement processes.
Course Content
- Operating recording studio equipment
- Communicating with performers in real-world situations
- Knowledge and application of sound in entertainment and event contexts (US26687)
- Sound design for entertainment and events (US27703)
- Enhancing sound in a performance context (US28007)
- Realising sound design for a given work (US32375)
What you need to know first
Enrolment via NZ Secondary School STAR / Gateway Co-ordinator
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Creative Media
Audio Production
Music Technology
Event Production
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles in audio production
Assistant in sound and event technology
Foundation for further study in audio, music, or event production
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