[eightbitpotion]

So I've made the big decision to go to college (after 4 years)....I've always wanted to go into recording arts, but have a big feeling it may be pretty hard to start up/pursue. I then decided towards other careers (culinary arts)....but a friend told me that I need to pursue music and audio stuff...which I can agree with, but what else is there out there? I'm sure there are people that design audio stuff, but I just don't know where to start. Has anyone ever really looked into this stuff before?

 

[no1likesme]

maybe electrical engineering.

 

[eightbitpotion]

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Originally Posted by no1likesme /img/forum/go_quote.gif maybe electrical engineering.

I've actually thought about that one...like making amps and whatnot. I'm not too sure how much I'd personally like that job though, and acoustical engineering is more appealing. I wish I knew someone in these fields to ask them, but google doesn't show me anything

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I've also thought about just building amps on the side and selling them...but I'm not sure what the demand is for something like this- even if I give it 110%.

 

[wafflesomd]

I remember when I asked about this, and used the term 'acoustical engineering'.

Then some jerk came in and told me to not even consider it because I said 'acoustical engineering'.

He obviously knew everything.

Unfortunatly the only thing I can offer is support. Stick with it, like your freind said.

Are you good at any instruments? I myself chose musician, and it kinda intertwines with my audio hobby. Obviously I didn't just pick this because I thought it was related. I've been playing for years.

Just an option for ya.

 

[eightbitpotion]

My big worry is that these fields may not pay up to par (I'm planning on heading to chicago for my future life). Is there anyone that's into recording arts on here that could perhaps tell me the best way to get into it?

 

[goldenratiophi]

I'm interested in this too. College is coming up and I still have no clue what I want to do besides "something in music or audio."

 

[wafflesomd]

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Originally Posted by eightbitpotion /img/forum/go_quote.gif My big worry is that these fields may not pay up to par (I'm planning on heading to chicago for my future life). Is there anyone that's into recording arts on here that could perhaps tell me the best way to get into it?

I may be stupid, but when I was picking my career, money didn't come to mind.

I would rather live in an apartment, doing a job I love, then doing something I hate everyday.

 

[no1likesme]

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Originally Posted by wafflesomd /img/forum/go_quote.gif I may be stupid, but when I was picking my career, money didn't come to mind. I would rather live in an apartment, doing a job I love, then doing something I hate everyday.

I agree kinda. You have to make enough money to pay back your loans.

 

[eightbitpotion]

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Originally Posted by wafflesomd /img/forum/go_quote.gif I may be stupid, but when I was picking my career, money didn't come to mind. I would rather live in an apartment, doing a job I love, then doing something I hate everyday.

Yeah man, I feel ya. You gotta realize though- when you're planning on moving to a big city, you'll want to enjoy it. I think the best of both worlds is what's ideal. Recording arts has a median salary of 40,000...which is PRETTY good to be one of those "dream jobs", but I just don't know how hard it is to pursue it, and I don't know if there's something better (audiophile-like).

 

[oicdn]

If you can't play an instrument, and you're not a producer, pretty much your only option is to be an agent at some record label....but that's not really audiophile, but it sure as hell pays.

Or a talent scout or whatever. You can get a musical theory degree, and just eMail resume's like nobody's business to record labels and see what happens. Even if you're some secretary or some crap...atleast you have your foot in the door...

 

[eightbitpotion]

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Originally Posted by oicdn /img/forum/go_quote.gif If you can't play an instrument, and you're not a producer, pretty much your only option is to be an agent at some record label....but that's not really audiophile, but it sure as hell pays. Or a talent scout or whatever. You can get a musical theory degree, and just eMail resume's like nobody's business to record labels and see what happens. Even if you're some secretary or some crap...atleast you have your foot in the door...

I can play any instrument, and I've been producing electronic music since I was 12. But getting into this field is pretty iffy too

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[jayehs]

You wont' get to do much audio stuff coming from electrical engineering. Working on DSP stuff is probably it.

 

[feh1325]

maybe look into material's science to hit the audio route

 

[bhjazz]

A lot of it is getting good connections. Get some knowledge under your belt, but get some regular studio time. Nothing speaks louder than experience.
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Originally Posted by wafflesomd /img/forum/go_quote.gif I remember when I asked about this, and used the term 'acoustical engineering'. Then some jerk came in and told me to not even consider it because I said 'acoustical engineering'. He obviously knew everything. Unfortunatly the only thing I can offer is support. Stick with it, like your freind said.

Me, too. Now I'm stuck working in computers. Boring, but it pays the bills, I guess. Don't go this route. Your future wife will get tired of hearing about what could have been...what might have been...!

 

[JadeEast]

Sound effects editor.
Foley walker/editor.
Video game effects/sound design.