You could do a foundation degree or degree in:

• sound engineering and production
• audio engineering
• music production
• electrical and electronics engineering

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• at least 1 A level, or equivalent, for a foundation degree
• 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree

You could take a college course like:

• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sound Engineering
• Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology
• Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology
• T Level in Media, Broadcast and Production

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course

• 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T Level

You could apply for an apprenticeship to start training in this job. These include:

• Creative Industries Production Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
• Assistant Recording Technician Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship
• Audio Visual Technician Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship
• Broadcast and Media Systems Engineer Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
• 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship

You could start as a runner or an assistant in a recording studio and work your way up.

You can work on community music events, DJ projects, hospital or community radio, or mix and record music in a home studio and post your work online.

You could do short courses offered by private training providers to build up your skills and knowledge.

You'll need:

• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• knowledge of computer operating systems, hardware and software
• the ability to work well with others
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• to be flexible and open to change
• persistence and determination
• customer service skills
• knowledge of media production and communication
• to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

In your day-to-day duties you could:

• plan recording sessions with producers and artists
• set up microphones and equipment in the studio
• make sure the volume and recording levels are set correctly
• operate recording equipment and add effects
• record each instrument or vocal onto a separate track
• mix tracks to produce a final 'master' track
• log recordings and other details of the session in the studio archive

You could work at a recording studio.