Students of recording arts technology learn how to produce sound for a range of media.
They learn how to record music, dialogue, and sound effects; edit, dub, and mix; operate
and maintain equipment; and more. Technology is constantly changing and, here at LMC,
we're up on the latest industry standards to help you succeed in the career of your
dreams.
Los Medanos offers an AA in Recording Arts as well as certificates
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Careers in Recording Arts:
There are many opportunities for trained recording arts professionals in the fields of sound reinforcement, independent audio engineering, production, mastering, theater sound, audio for video, film, and television, radio broadcast, hardware and software development, and more.
It is important to recognize that the recording industry has undergone a major paradigm shift in recent years. Recording studio jobs continue to exist, but due to the reduction in the need for large numbers of major studios, they are scarce. The current model calls for entrepreneurs and independent contractors, trained to operate in a freelance environment, or organized through labor unions. In the music industry, digital technology and distribution has shifted emphasis away from large record labels and physical media to independent labels and artists who handle their own content and distribution, primarily by download.
For students pursuing a bachelor's degree, the California State University (CSU) system offers a selection of undergraduate degree programs available to LMC Recording Arts graduates.
Fall 2025 RA courses begin on August 25th, 2025.
Register at www.losmedanos.edu/registration
For high school concurrent enrollment please visit:
www.losmedanos.edu/registration/concurrent
Questions? Contact Aaron Nakaji, Coordinator
ANakaji@losmedanos.edu
(925) 642-5767
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