Audio 10: Intro to Audio

IATSE 122’s ‘Audio 10: Intro to Audio’ class is a foundational course tailored for those beginning their path in the audio industry. In this 2-hour entry-level class, you will gain essential knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively on an audio crew, guided by the supervision of experienced professionals. Discover the fundamental concepts of audio, delving into its various applications in settings like live events, broadcasts, and entertainment. Learn to identify and understand the core audio equipment, including microphones, cables, and connectors, and comprehend their basic functions. This class places a strong emphasis on safety protocols in audio work, ensuring you’re equipped to handle equipment safely and professionally.

Additionally, you’ll explore the basics of audio setups, gaining an understanding of signal flow from source to output. We’ll also cover the principles of effective cable management and the significance of customer service in the audio industry. By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid grasp of audio terminology and an appreciation of the different roles within the audio sector. Whether you’re aiming for a career in live sound, theater, broadcast, or film, this class will lay the groundwork for your professional journey, providing you with the knowledge and confidence to operate under experienced guidance. Join us to step into the world of audio with clarity and competence.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify Basic Audio Concepts: Recall the definition of audio and its applications in various contexts like meetings, public addresses, live broadcasts, entertainment, and concert sound.
• Recognize Different Types of Audio Equipment: Memorize the names and basic functions of different audio equipment, including microphones, cables, and connectors.
• Recall Safety Protocols: Remember general safety guidelines and specific safety measures related to audio work.
• Understand Audio Terminology: Identify key audio terms and their meanings, such as signal flow, gain structure, and different types of audio signals (mic level, line level, speaker level).
• Comprehend the Role of Audio in Various Settings: Understand the importance and use of audio in settings like corporate events, theater, concert sound, broadcast, and film.
• Interpret Basic Audio Setups: Understand the basic setup of audio systems, including the signal flow from microphones to speakers.
• Grasp the Basics of Cable Management: Understand the principles of wrapping and managing cables effectively.
• Understand the Importance of Customer Service in Audio Work: Comprehend the role of customer service in ensuring effective audio management and the comfort of presenters and performers.

PLEASE NOTE:

• The learner must have worked a call from the referral hall, worked under a collective bargaining agreement, or be a current member of IATSE Local 122.
• This is an in person class. This class has limited attendance and all attendees must have a reservation; therefore, it will be treated like a job call.
• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your ticket or email education@iatse122.org.
• Tardiness and/or No-Call-No-Show will be reported to the IATSE Local 122 Compliance Committee.