Recording Arts Technology/Technician

Academy of Art University in San Francisco, California offers a two- to four-year certificate in Recording Arts Technology/Technician. This private for-profit institution's program covers the technical and creative aspects of audio recording, including studio engineering, sound design, digital audio workstation operation, mixing, and post-production for music and media applications.

Falling within the audiovisual communications technologies field (CIP 10.0203), this certificate is one of several media-focused credentials available at Academy of Art University. Related programs include a Recording Arts Technology associate degree, Animation and Interactive Technology at certificate and bachelor levels, a Drafting and Design Technology associate degree, and a CAD/CADD Drafting certificate. The certificate provides entry-level preparation for roles in recording studios, broadcast facilities, and audio post-production companies.