Audio Production Basics | 3 weeks | Age 19+ | Halton | Apply for place

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MakoDigital Arts CIC

FREE - Audio Production Basics Course | Funded by ESF | 
£20 Amazon Voucher awarded for successful course completion*

Thank you for registering for a place on this MakoDigital Arts CIC project. 

In order for us to confirm your eligibility for the course  you will need to complete our ESF Community Grants Enrolment Form. This can be done online here : https://forms.gle/eobdGeTeB8dSzw8q6

One of the team will review your application and get in touch in the next 3-5 working days. If you have any questions then please contact us at info@makodigitalarts.org.uk or call 0151 345 1419

This 3 week Audio Production Basics course is part of our Creative &amp; Digital Careers in Halton programme which (thanks to European Social Fund) provides FREE training opportunities in Digital Arts &amp; Technology skills for unemployed adults aged 19+ who live in Halton (Widnes &amp; Runcorn).Attendance:This short course will run as 3 weekly, 2 hour sessions which will be held online (via Zoom) with real tutors, who will teach you and be there to answer your questions.Dates: 7.5.2021, 14.5.2021 and 21.5.2021Time: 10am-12pmWho is this course for?This course is for learners who are interested in gaining a basic understanding of basic audio production techniques including hints and tips for podcasting. These sessions are great if you are interested in developing creative skills, setting up your own business, developing your skills for a future job, further education or career opportunities. What will be covered?<ul><li>An Introduction to recording, mixing and exporting audio</li><li>Understanding DAWs (Digital Audio Workstation)</li><li>Introduction to Beat Making </li><li>Creating Music With Loops </li><li>MIDI vs Audio Fundamentals</li><li>Introduction to Podcasting</li></ul>Through expert tuition, small class sizes and access to a variety of digital tools and technology, this project will open up a world of opportunities to you when you discover that you can develop the skills necessary to consider a future in the Digital Arts and Technology industry.How will I be assessed?This is a non-accredited course, however, linked to the Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement (RARPA) framework you will be expected to build up a portfolio which will be assessed by your tutor against the course criteria.There will be a variety of activities and it is a great opportunity to meet new people. You will be given supportive feedback from your tutor on a weekly basis to help you develop your skills. During these sessions, you will be encouraged to further enhance your skills and knowledge outside of the classroom, by completing the iDEA (inspiring digital enterprise award) award Bronze.What will the lessons be like?All of the sessions are delivered online to small class sizes (maximum 10) by two tutors with industry experience. What are the entry requirements?You will be required to complete some written work as part of this course which will require a good basic understanding of English and Maths. You will also need to be able to work on multiple tabs on a computer at once and have a good basic understanding of using different software packages such as Word (Microsoft), Google docs, Pages (Mac OS), internet browsers etc. Participants will be required to set up online social network accounts (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) and accounts on other online marketing systems (e.g. Email Marketing, Graphic Editing Apps, Social Media Management Tools). You will not be able to complete the course without this - but we will advise you which accounts you will need during the course.

Incentive:As an incentive for successfully completing* the course, participants will receive a £20 Amazon voucher.<blockquote>(*successful completion means attending all 3 weeks and completing all work and ILP&#x27;s.)</blockquote>Who’s it for?We are looking for people who fulfil the following criteria (you MUST meet ALL of these):<ul><li>Aged 19 and over</li><li>A resident of Halton Borough, UK</li><li>Unemployed and looking for employment or further training opportunities</li><li>Legally a resident in the UK and able to take up paid employment in an EU member state</li></ul>If you’re not sure if this course is for you, then please contact us to discuss these requirements. You can email us at info@makodigitalarts.org.uk or call us on 0151 345 1419Are there any technical requirements?						Yes. The course will be delivered remotely (online), enabling you to learn from the comfort of your own home. To be able to do this you will need the following:<ul><li>Access to the internet</li><li>A device to watch the zoom video link (computer/laptop or tablet)</li><li>Another device connected to the internet to take part in the activity (computer or laptop)</li><li>A Google/Gmail account to access Google Classroom. </li></ul>If you don’t have access to a computer with internet access and you are interested in participating, please get in touch via email info@makodigitalarts.org.uk or call us on 0151 345 1419.Where?These sessions will be “virtual” sessions (not in-person) and will be hosted on Zoom, which is a popular and safe virtual meeting platform.Does it cost anything?All of the sessions are completely FREE of charge thanks to funding from the European Social Fund.In fact, we will give you a £20 Amazon voucher for successfully completing the course!What next?By completing your details you are applying for a place on the course, in order to secure a place you will need to complete our online enrolment form (see your Eventbrite confirmation email for details) and meet the course criteria. One of the team will be in touch to discuss your eligibility.

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