Recording Engineers operate audio consoles to record, synchronize, mix, and reproduce music, voices, and sound effects for motion pictures, television, radio programs, and videos. They communicate with producers and performers to interpret the desired sound for a production.
They record instruments, vocals, and sound effects separately and combine them in post-production where levels, pitch, and sound quality are adjusted to best suit the needs of the production. They are responsible for the set up, testing and arrangement of repair of recording equipment.
Recording Engineers are employed by recording studios, film post-production studios, radio stations, multimedia companies, and on film sets.
Skills
A diploma or certificate in sound engineering is typically required to be competitive in the job market.