Physics+Careers

** __S____ound Engineer__ **
 * __** What is the career about? **__

Sound Engineers make sure that listeners of recordings, concerts, films, and tv shows hear the best sound quality possible. They work in studios, stadiums, or even in homes using equipment to record, mix, and edit sounds. Recording material may include such things as musical instruments, vocals, or sound effects. These recordings are then used in music albums, films, television shows, and commercials.

Sound Engineers must have an extensive knowledge of the physics of acoustics, sound waves, and the behavior of sound in different circumstances.
 * **__ What education will be needed? __**

Those interested in Sound Engineering should pursue school courses in physics, computers, electronics, and music. No specific degrees or number of years of education are needed to become a Sound Engineer, but a bachelor's degreee is highly recommended. Post-secondary schooling and hands on equipment training are also good paths to becoming successful in the field.

Since the field is so competitive, experience is essential in order to be considered for opportunities. Most soon-to-be engineers intern at studios or go through 'on the job' training to learn the essentials.
 * __** Why would this be a good career? **__

Sound Engineering would be a good career for me personally because I enjoy music and the music industry so much. It combines my primary interests: music, physics, and technology. I'm sure I'd be happy with this job and its job conditions. The pay isn't a bad perk either, being around $48,000 a year. I love the music scene, and I love physics, so that's why it is a good career choice for me.
 * **__ What else should we know about this career? __**

Any audio that you hear, whether it be on television, on the radio, or at the movie theater, has been recorded and edited by a sound engineer. Without them, the multi-media world would not be the same. It is truly an important career and is often overlooked by people. People usually only pay attention to the musical artists, bands, or actors, but without sound engineers, they'd have a hard time sharing their talents with the world.