Future Program

Audio Engineering

Professional Sound Recording, Mixing & Mastering

Coming 2026

Master the Science of Sound

When The Hope Center opens, our Audio Engineering program will train youth in the technical art of recording, mixing, and mastering audio across music, film, podcasts, and live events using industry-standard equipment.

What Students Will Learn

  • Studio recording techniques and microphone placement
  • Mixing console operation (analog and digital)
  • Professional mixing and mastering
  • Signal flow and audio routing
  • Acoustics and studio design
  • Audio plugins and signal processing
  • Live sound reinforcement
  • Post-production audio for film/video
  • Audio restoration and repair
  • Critical listening and analysis

Career Pathways

  • Recording Engineer
  • Mixing Engineer
  • Mastering Engineer
  • Live Sound Engineer
  • Studio Manager
  • Audio Post-Production Engineer
  • Broadcast Engineer
  • Audio Technician
  • Acoustical Consultant
  • Music Educator

Equipment Students Will Use

The Hope Center will feature a fully-equipped professional audio engineering studio with industry-standard gear.

Recording Equipment

  • • Professional microphones (Neumann, Shure, AKG)
  • • High-end preamps and converters
  • • Studio reference monitors (Genelec, Adam)
  • • Acoustic treatment and bass traps

Mixing Consoles

  • • Analog mixing console
  • • Digital console (Yamaha, SSL)
  • • Outboard gear and compressors
  • • Effects processors and reverbs

Recording Software

  • • Pro Tools HD (industry standard)
  • • Professional plugin suites
  • • Mastering software and tools
  • • Audio restoration software

Studio Accessories

  • • Patch bays and cable management
  • • Headphone distribution systems
  • • DI boxes and signal processors
  • • Studio furniture and isolation booths

Planned Program Structure

When we open, students will progress through comprehensive levels designed to build mastery.

Level 1: Foundations

8 weeks

Students will learn signal flow, microphone techniques, Pro Tools basics, and complete their first recording session.

Level 2: Intermediate

12 weeks

Advanced mixing techniques, mastering fundamentals, live sound setup, and building a professional portfolio.

Level 3: Advanced

12 weeks

Professional mastering, industry mentorship, studio management, and preparation for audio engineering careers.

Envisioned Studio Spaces

These images represent the professional environment we're building for youth.

Music Production Studio

Recording Studio

Professional-grade recording space with acoustic treatment

Audio Engineering Equipment

Mixing Suite

Industry-standard equipment for mixing and mastering

Music Production Workspace

Production Workstations

Individual spaces for beat-making and composition

Help Us Build This Music Program

Your sponsorship will provide instruments, equipment, software, and mentorship that transform aspiring musicians into professional producers.

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