Audio and Video Production Program

The audio and video production program at MediaTech Institute – Irving prepares students for careers in the broadcast and non-broadcast industry of video, audio, and radio production. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skill for sound recordings as finished products or as components of film/video, broadcast, live or mixed media productions. Program courses include: equipment operation and maintenance, sound recording, track editing, dubbing and mixing, media production, digital recording and transmission, and amplification and modulation. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer audio and video production program.

MediaTech Institute – Irving

1804 N Galloway Ave, Mesquite, TX

Mediatech Institute, with locations in Dallas, Austin and Houston, Texas, and a new campus in Oceanside, California, began as an expansion of the business of music producer Russell Whittaker. Classes began in 1999, offering an audio engineering and studio techniques diploma. Over the next decade the program evolved, and has grown along with the number of campuses and students.

Academics

Mediatech Institute offers two programs of study.

The first, formerly known as the audio engineering and studio techniques diploma, has become the recording arts program. The program provides a comprehensive education in the various methods, systems, and theories involved in sound production, recording and editing. Once completed, the individual is qualified for entry level positions, at radio stations, recording studios, post-production facilities and more.

The second, and more recent, program is the digital film and video arts program. This program provides students with a comprehensive study of film, commercial and television production, from start to finish, including the writing process and development. Graduates of this program are qualified for entry-level crew positions on various productions. Students with entrepreneurial skills may be able to allocate the resources to begin their own productions.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in attending Mediatech Institute should call the number listed on the website to speak to a representative. Together with the representative, the student will begin the application process. Financial aid is available to qualified students. The same representative will help determine if financial aid eligibility.

Students Enrolled in the Audio and Video Production Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MediaTech Institute – Irving has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians

Description

Set up, or set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences. May also set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, audio and video equipment technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 990
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $44960
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $46470

Sound Engineering Technicians

Description

Operate machines and equipment to record, synchronize, mix, or reproduce music, voices, or sound effects in sporting arenas, theater productions, recording studios, or movie and video productions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sound engineering technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.73
  • Average Annual Salary: $49350

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).