Sound Recording Operations
About This Course
This course teaches the skills required when recording location sound. This includes determining the needed audio equipment based on the location and type of recording; testing and troubleshooting audio equipment; placing and setting up audio equipment in preparation for a recording session; monitoring the audio output during recording, and maintaining documentation of the recordings made.
What You'll Learn
- Determine the audio equipment needed based on the requirements of the shoot
- Test and troubleshoot all audio equipment and cables to maintain functionality
- Position microphones to enable the best possible audio recording
- Set up audio equipment for a shoot to facilitate recording
- Monitor the audio levels during the shoot to maintain the appropriate recording levels
- Maintain a sound log of the shoot to provide documentation of all sound recordings
Entry Requirements
- Minimum Age: 18
- Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent
- Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on: At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course
- Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.