Level 4Higher · HNC/Cert HE
Assistant recording technician
Produce a high-quality recording.
Typical duration
2 years
Training funded
up to £10,000
Route
Creative and design
Standard ref
ST0944
Role overview
An assistant recording technician provides technical support in a recording studio environment, assisting with microphone setup, signal routing, session preparation, and equipment maintenance to facilitate professional audio recording sessions. Apprentices learn the fundamentals of acoustics, audio technology, and session workflow while supporting engineers and producers during recording and mixing. This role can lead to recording engineer, studio manager, or audio producer positions.
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