Bachelor of Arts | Certificate
Each soundtrack tells a unique story and imparts emotional resonance for the audience. Create all facets of a project’s soundtrack, from dialogue and sound effects to the final mix and master the technical skills and aesthetic awareness needed to set you apart in the field.Sound Design & Recording Arts
Whether working on feature films, television, the web, digital games or live productions, the sound designer is responsible for all aspects of a project’s soundtrack: from the dialogue and sound effects to the final mix. In Seattle Film Institute’s Sound Design & Recording Arts Concentration, students master the skills to effectively record sound on location and in-studio, as well as the technical expertise and aesthetic awareness needed to work as sound designers.
Students receive in-depth training in the use of Pro-Tools and graduate with the skill set, experience and professional portfolio necessary to launch successful careers. Graduating students are eligible to participate in SFI’s nationally renowned internship program.
This five quarter concentration can be taken as a certificate or a BA degree in the Film program.
During the 5th quarter, students complete capstone project working with classmates from all of our other disciplines in a truly unique and collaborative experience that readies them for real world career work in the entertainment industry.
Highlights:
• On-Location Sound
• Recording Devices and Audio Equipment
• Production Audio Techniques
• Field Recording and Mixing
• ADR and Dialog Editing
• Foley Recording
• Backgrounds and Sound Effects
• Studio Recording Techniques
• Mixing Techniques
• Hands-On Project-Based Curriculum
• Career-Focused and Professionally Driven
• Develop a Professional Demo Reel
• Craft a Work-Related Resume
• Nationally Acclaimed Internship Program
Bachelor of Arts | Certificate:
Filmmaking | Acting for Film | Motion Graphics & Visual FX | Sound Design & Recording Arts | Interdisciplinary Studies
Curriculum
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Quarter: 2
Quarter: 3
Student Work
Careers & Internships
Our students gain valuable professional experience and contacts through our nationally renowned internship and career placement program. Whether it’s in Los Angeles with Toby Maguire Entertainment or Kevin Spacey’s Trigger Street Productions, here in Seattle with Microsoft or Screaming Flea, our internships provide that critical first professional know-how that is crucial to starting your career in film.
At SFI, you’ll get the skills and education, as well the important job placement assistance you need to start your career in the film industry.
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