Music Production Certificate Program

TRAINING DESCRIPTION

Queensborough Community College, in partnership with the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) and the Mayor's Office for Media and Entertainment (MOME), will offer the Made in NY Media Academy Music Production Bootcamp Training Program. The Music Production Bootcamp is an innovative training opportunity that combines music production techniques with hands-on experience in recording studio environments. It equips participants with the skills needed for careers in the music and recording industries. Graduates can pursue employment in commercial recording studios, live recording venues, radio and broadcast networks, and with manufacturers serving the music production field.

The main objective of the Music Production Bootcamp Training Program is to provide participants entry into music production employment opportunities in NYC by providing a strong foundation in the Audio Recording Arts and Sciences. Participants gain practical skills in music production, mixing, sound design, and more — using up-to-date, industry-

standard software. Additionally, participants will be trained on synthesizers for music production, learning to operate an electronic music synthesizer, integrate custom sounds into music composition, and create melodies and rhythms. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Queensborough Community College, as well as Pro Tools 101 certification.

TRAINING COMPONENTS:

Music Production Certification (10–12 weeks)

· Audio Recording Arts & Sciences

· Production, mixing, sound design

· Pro Tools 101

· Held in QCC technology labs & multi-track studios

Synthesizers for Music Production

· Electronic synthesizer operations

· Custom sound creation

· Melodies, rhythms, song arrangement

· Final audio-visual project

Work Readiness for Music Careers

· Professional Development Workshops

· Resume & cover letter development

· Portfolio building

· Networking & job search techniques

· Mock interviews, pitch practice

· Pro Tools 110 Certification Exam Access

· Placement Support (3 months post-training)

PARTICIPANT ELIGIBILITY

Participants must:

· Be a NYC resident

· Be 18+ years old

· Be authorized to work in the U.S.

· Be Selective Service compliant (if applicable)

· Have high school diploma or HSE

· Have annual income less than $60,000 (if currently employed)

· Provide documentation for all eligibility criteria

· Show commitment to working in the music production field

· Show commitment to traveling to Queensborough Community College for in-person training

· Commitment to training schedule, sessions on 2 weekday evenings, and a session on Saturday (No more than 3 unexcused absences)

CASE MANAGEMENT & SUPPORT

Participants receive:

· Assigned case manager

· Regular check-ins & progress monitoring

· Post-training follow-up until employment

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES & PLACEMENT

QCC provides all of the following for at least 3 months after training:

· Job search coaching

· Resume & cover letter help

· Interview prep

· Networking support

· Access to industry events

· Weekly 1:1 job search support

· Employer connections in music, media, and entertainment

· Assistance securing full-time, part-time, project-based, and work-based learning roles

In this class you will learn to operate an electronic music synthesizer, integrate custom sounds into music composition, and create melodies and rhythms. This course also includes working with computer synthesis, practicing simple song arrangement, and creating the final audio-visual composition.

Ages: 15+

Outcomes:

• Explore and create music outside the traditional music context.
• Learn to appreciate a wide variety of sounds in daily life.
• Develop personal taste and preference for music and sounds.
• Build confidence in creativity and expression.

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Objectives

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