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What is the requirements for a Sound Engineering Technician?

I am interested in becoming a sound engineering technician after I complete my job corps training. Would like to know what the requirements are for this job position because sometimes when they say a high school diploma they only take people with collage degrees so I would like to know what exactly they want me to have to be able to qualify for this position. #technology #engineering #engineer #jobrequirements

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Richard’s Answer

This is great question., There are a number of schools that specialize in this type of job. I personally believe that hours spent in front of bands and musicians in their working environment is the best way to train your ear. Working with an experienced sound engineer in those environments will also be very important in your training. So in short,

Formal training and education

Real life experience supporting performances

Working with experienced engineers


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Arisa’s Answer

Hi there Michael!

Great question!  I thought I would share this great article relating to 'Career Advice and Jobs: Sound Engineer'.  It includes detailed explanation on training and qualifications required to become a Sound Engineering Technician.


I wish you the best in all career undertaking.

Regards ~ Dr. Arisa K. Ude
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Jerome’s Answer

There are various classes and courses you can take; it depends on what you mean by a "sound technician". Are you interested in working in broadcasting (studio or remote)? Recording studio work? Live entertainment (like concert sound)? Movie studio work? The first thing you might want to do is settle out exactly what end of the field excites you.

As to things you need to know, I'd suggest basic physics classes and a solid electronics background are absolute musts. If you don't understand how the equipment works from both analog and digital perspectives, you're not going to get far. Once you have that, you might want to look at classes, but also perhaps making a minimal investment in a decent mic and a small mixer / recorder, with which you can do a little learning on-your-own. You may be able to pick up some work in community theatre or with a local college station, which can provide you with very valuable experience.

One other thing -- from experience. Protect your hearing. Concert sound and control-room playback can easily reach over the 70-80db mark, and prolonged exposure early in your career can make for an early end to your involvement in the profession.

Best of luck!
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