Audio Production

The Audio Production program provides an entry into the field of studio-based audio recording and production. The course hones the student's skills in audio editing and engineering and applies that skill to the in-studio recording environment. Students learn theory of acoustics, electronics, and audio components, and they learn to record, track, mix, and master music within an audio facility. Importantly, students learn the industry standard audio engineering software and practice that software through the courses in the program. The course also provides instruction on the music and broadcasting industries, and the range of professional opportunities as an audio engineer and music business professional. Within the 24 weeks of the program all course objectives will be met though the sequence of objectives may vary. All students will experience courses with students from varying cohorts during the program.

Audio Engineers are professionals who work with the technical aspects of sound during the processes of recording, mixing, and reproduction. They work in a variety of settings such as recording studios, film and video production companies, live music venues, and theaters.

This program, which is 24 semester credit hours of instruction, leads to a diploma. The 32-week long hybrid program is made up of two (2) terms of approximately equal length.

You’ll spend time in an actual recording studio – not just sitting in a classroom – and will emerge from the Audio Engineering programs with a unique skill set that makes you an in-demand audio engineering job candidate from day one.

ACTIVATOR real-world experience. Pursue powerful, real-world experiences with ACTIVATOR! With hands-on internship programs and exclusive media collaborations with local radio, TV, and production facilities across our seven-school network – you’ll gain invaluable real-world work experiences. Get ready for live remotes and exciting live production events that put your skills directly into action – all as part of the ACTIVATOR program.

Learn by doing. "Learn by Doing" is the School's style. We know that there is no substitute for operating the tools of broadcasting under the direction of broadcast professionals. The classes and studio sessions are run with the same professional informality that is found throughout the broadcast industry.

The Doral campus. The Miami Media School's facilities are located within the city of Doral in Miami-Dade County. The School has two fully equipped Television Studio and Control rooms outfitted with professional industry level broadcasting equipment, fourteen video editing workstations with additional workstations in each of the eight audio studios, and three on-air Internet radio stations. The School features three classrooms and a comprehensive learning resource center, as well as staff and administrative offices. The School contains 9,370 square feet of space.

Interested applicants should call the School to arrange to take an informational tour, meet with the Financial Aid Office and interview with the School Director. The School accepts and enrolls applicants regardless of race, creed, gender or age, who exhibit adequate speech and reading skills, appropriate educational background, sufficient career motivation and a successful live audition.

In order for students to be enrolled the student must have met all admissions requirements, completed all paperwork and been formally accepted into the institution by the start date of the program. Students who are registered for classes must have all enrollment provisions resolved by the end of the second week of classes in order to be considered for acceptance.

Length. 32 weeks; 24 semester credit hours; two (2) terms of approximately equal length; hybrid.

Online and residential courses. As part of the program, students may take some courses online. Online courses are offered within the institution's learning management system. Students must pass an Online Course Readiness Assessment as part of the enrollment process in order to qualify to take courses (with a minimum score of 24 out of 30). Students who do not complete this assessment prior to enrollment must complete the Survey of Online Learning and Intellectual Development (SOLID Start) course prior to being enrolled into online coursework. International students and students receiving Veterans Administration Educational Benefits are required to complete these courses on-campus. All other courses are residential, on-campus only.

Class size. Although class sizes vary, the maximum number of students to be enrolled for any one class is 35.

Campus hours. Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 10pm; Friday 8:30am - 5pm; Sat-Sun Closed.

Start dates. The August 2025 catalog lists start dates through December 2025; Miami Media School has not published 2026 start dates. Contact the School for the next start.

Upon acceptance, the student will not be subject to any tuition increases that may occur from the time of this enrollment to completion of the program. However, a termination and re-enrollment in program will subject Student to any tuition increases that may have occurred since initial enrollment.

Supplies. A late fee of 5% may be charged for payments that are 10 days past due. In addition to direct costs of the program, students will be responsible for purchasing their own supplies, such as pens, paper, and other materials. Students should supply their own headphones as well, which may bring out-of-pocket expenses to between $50-150. All course materials needed for the Program are provided by the School and are included within the tuition costs.

Financial aid. The Miami Media School participates in: Federal Pell Grant; Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant; Federal Direct Subsidized Loans; Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans; Federal Direct PLUS Loans. We will also accept any outside scholarships and will accept and certify any credit approved Alternative Loan. The Miami Media School offers a variety of payment plans for those who qualify. Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov with the Miami Media School Title IV school code 030780.

Veterans. Effective March 27, 2025, Miami Media School will no longer accept GI Bill benefits for veterans' tuition.

Other fees. Transcripts after graduation are $20.00 each; tutoring is $75.00 per hour; studio use is $35.00 per hour after 6 months post-graduation.

You'll complete eight courses across two terms. Term 1 MED110 Media Fundamentals MED120 Audio and Video Production Essentials AUP110 Fundamentals of Audio AUP120 Audio Equipment: Analog and Digital Term 2 AUP210 ProTools and Studio Recording AUP220 Audio Studio and Live Remote AUP230 Special Topics in Audio Production AUP240 Audio Portfolio and Professional Launch 384 lecture hours · 192 lab hours · 720 total clock hours · 24 semester credits

Audio Engineers work in a variety of settings such as recording studios, film and video production companies, live music venues, and theaters.

Career services. The Miami Media School has a Career Services Department to assist graduates who successfully complete the broadcast curriculum. Job inquiries are received and processed continually from employers seeking graduates to fill vacancies. Assistance is given to graduates in the preparation of recorded audition material, continuity samples, resumes and applications for employment. A student who desires placement assistance should submit a radio, tv and web audition media demo to the Career Services Department for approval. Many job opportunities require relocation. The School does not guarantee job placement.

Graduation and employment. In Miami Media School’s 2025 report to ACCSC (reporting period July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025), this program — reported as a 6-month program — had 8 students enrolled in the cohort, a 88% graduation rate and a 100% employment rate.

"Learn by Doing." "Learn by Doing" is the School's style. We know that there is no substitute for operating the tools of broadcasting under the direction of broadcast professionals. The classes and studio sessions are run with the same professional informality that is found throughout the broadcast industry.

Graduation. To graduate and receive a diploma, a student must meet these requirements: satisfactory completion of all required courses; grade point average of 2.0 or higher; satisfaction of all financial obligations to the school in order to participate in the graduation ceremony, receive a diploma and obtain transcripts. Progress Reports will be issued to each student at the conclusion of each Term of the program.