Bachelor of Fine Arts - Sound Design

The BFA in Sound Design provides more in depth study of principles introduced in the associate of arts program. Students will gain a complete overview of the soundtrack creation process, learning the latest in digital audio workstation workflows, as well as recording, editing, and mixing. BFA students will complete a demo reel in their final year, highlighting their best sound design for visual media (film, animation, games, and web media).

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Critical Analysis

• Demonstrate an understanding of master work examples by applying the appropriate sound design principles to a variety of professional media projects

Production Techniques

• Demonstrate proficiency in audio recording, editing and mixing in the creation of soundtracks
• Demonstrate proficiency in digital tools for sound design in a digital audio workstation (DAW)

Sound Design

• Produce original sound design elements for film and other visual media
• Design soundtracks which support the emotional content of the visual image
• Create compelling and balanced sound mixes for final soundtracks

Professional Readiness

• Demonstrate professional achievement through creation of a portfolio that showcases skills and supports career opportunities.

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