1. Career Plan
Become a Recording Sound Engineer
Recording Sound Engineer / Producer
• Music Production Bachelor’s Degree
• Critical Listening (To identify the artists intentions, resolve sound issues and facilitate
desired results efficiently.)
• Music Theory (To resolve issues of composition where needed and minimize excessive
takes and editing.)
• Recording (Acoustical and Microphone techniques.)
• Editing
• Mixing (EQ, Effects, Levels and Panning)
• Communication (To effectively communicate with artists and business contacts.)
• Computer and systems Troubleshooting (Minimize downtime and technical support
expenses.)
• Organization (Organize time/scheduling as well as clients and their project files.)
Current Skills, Interests, and Experience
• Working towards Bachelor’s degree in music production
• 10 Years of Computer Technical Support
• 15 Years of home studio Hobby
• 20 Years experience experimenting with various music instruments
• 2 Years experience in a band
Plan to Reach Career Goal
• Finish Bachelor’s Degree in Music Production
• Volunteer or Apprentice with a studio or media company leading to employment.
• Establish musician contacts and coordinate experimental projects.