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Audio Engineering

In today’s media-driven world, sound plays a pivotal role in how we connect and communicate. The Audio Engineering Program at DistrKCt provides underserved youth in Kansas City with the technical skills and creative insight needed to enter and excel in the dynamic field of audio production. Developed and taught by grammy nominated producer Jo Blaq, students will get the opportunity to experience real world learning from an educator who is actively working in the music industry giving them a first hand look into what it takes to excel in the industry. 

The Need for Change 

Access to specialized education, specifically in the arts and multimedia fields, are traditionally limited in underserved communities. This program not only opens doors to cutting-edge careers but also offers a platform for creative expression, personal development, and mentorship.

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"Only 15% of students in underserved areas have access to specialized technical training, compared to 60% in other districts" (Source: National Education Statistics

Cirriculum Highlights and Skills

With this cirriculum, students will learn to apply their technical knowledge and skills to the productino  of sound recordings as finished products or as components of film/video, broadcast, live, or mixed media productions.

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Completion of the program will result in a Protools certificate, ensure the quality of education is at the highest standard. This program will count toward college credits nationally. 

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • AUDIO THEORY

  • SOUND MIXING

  • MASTER THEORY

  • DIGITAL SIGNAL FLOW

  • MIXING TECHNIQUES

  • STUDIO HARDWARE

  • PROGRAMMING PRINCIPLES 

  • AND MORE.

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SOFT SKILLS

  • ACTIVE LEARNING

  • SELF-LEADERSHIP

  • COMMUNICATIONS

  • CAREER MANAGEMENT

  • PROBLEM SOLVING

  • INTEGRITY

  • TEAMWORK/COLLABORATION

  • HUMAN BEHAVIOR

  • AND MORE.

Impact and Opportunities

"The audio and video technology sector is expected to grow by 8% annually, with starting salaries for technicians at $40,000." (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Entry Level Career Opportunities

Audio Engineer

Sound Engineer

Mixer

Audio Operator

Sound Technician

Broadcast Engineer

Broadcast Technician

Sound Editor

"Professionals with certificates in Pro Tools can see a 20% increase in job opportunties." (Source: Industry Hiring Trends)

Impact on School Districts

Higher GPA for students

Increased attendance rating

Outreach program for youth

What  sets DistrKCt apart?

  • Affordability

  • Real World Learning

  • Learn from someone actively in the music industry

  • Students work on state of the art equipment

  • We actively work to find placement for all of our students post graduation from the program

  •  Paid Internships

  • Certification comes through Protools, the industry gold standard

  • 16 week courses (one semester) that integrate with the school districts.

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