singapore media academy

* Sound Recording Operations

SkillsFuture Funding Valid Till 30 June 2025
SSG Course Reference No.: TGS-2022016106

OVERVIEW

This course teaches the skills required when recording location sound. This includes determining the needed audio equipment based on the location and type of recording; testing and troubleshooting audio equipment; placing and setting up audio equipment in preparation for a recording session; monitoring the audio output during recording, and maintaining documentation of the recordings made.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Determine the audio equipment needed based on the requirements of the shoot

  • Test and troubleshoot all audio equipment and cables to maintain functionality

  • Position microphones to enable the best possible audio recording

  • Set up audio equipment for a shoot to facilitate recording

  • Monitor the audio levels during the shoot to maintain the appropriate recording levels

  • Maintain a sound log of the shoot to provide documentation of all sound recordings

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Audio Engineer, Audio Editor, Sound Recordist

MODE OF TRAINING

In-Person

DURATION

25 Hours

DATE

Commencement Date: 1 April 2025

For the course schedule, please email marketing@MediaAcademy.sg

Note: This course will conclude with a compulsory assessment. Participants have to achieve at least 75% attendance to be eligible for the assessment.

VENUE

1 Stars Avenue, Mediacorp Campus, Singapore 138507

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF 9% GST)

Application Fee: S$54.00 -Waived-

Full Course Fee, including 9% GST: S$2,834.00

Course Fee with SkillsFuture Funding+:

SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline): S$1,820.00
Nett Course Fee: S$780.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$850.20

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and Above

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

*As per SSG Policy, GST payable is calculated based on prevailing GST Rates after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.

+Funding Eligibility:

  • Singapore Citizens and/or Permanent Residents

  • Attain at least 75% attendance

  • Successful completion of assessment

More Information: https://pd.mediaacademy.sg/funding-information

SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 May 2024:

This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) only if you sign up for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme.

If you are applying only for this module, you can still use your Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-Off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up to offset the course fee.

For Details on the Types of Eligible for Use of SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 may 2024, please see: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/early-career/credit

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum Age: 18

  • Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent

  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on:

    • At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or

    • Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course

  • Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.

* Sound Mixing

SkillsFuture Funding Valid Till 30 June 2025
SSG Course Reference No.: TGS-2022016104

OVERVIEW

This course guides the participants through the technical specifications for commonly used audio mix formats, principles of sound, types of sound qualities, and techniques to achieve various dynamic ranges and intelligibility in sound mixes. Participants will also learn about the operating characteristics of commonly used mixing and auxiliary equipment and types of sound processing techniques.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Check sources to ensure that audio files are in the required technical formats

  • Mix elements from various sound sources to achieve a required sound balance

  • Apply sonic processes to improve the quality of sound mixes

  • Adjust sound levels to ensure a smooth transition of sound elements between scenes

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Audio Engineer, Audio Editor, Sound Recordist

MODE OF TRAINING

In-Person

DURATION

25 Hours

DATE

Commencement Date: 21 January 2025

For the course schedule, please email marketing@MediaAcademy.sg

Note: This course will conclude with a compulsory assessment. Participants have to achieve at least 75% attendance to be eligible for the assessment.

VENUE

1 Stars Avenue, Mediacorp Campus, Singapore 138507

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF 9% GST)

Application Fee: S$54.00 -Waived-

Full Course Fee, including 9% GST: S$2,834.00

Course Fee with SkillsFuture Funding+:

SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline): S$1,820.00
Nett Course Fee: S$780.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$850.20

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and Above

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

*As per SSG Policy, GST payable is calculated based on prevailing GST Rates after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.

+Funding Eligibility:

  • Singapore Citizens and/or Permanent Residents

  • Attain at least 75% attendance

  • Successful completion of assessment

More Information: https://pd.mediaacademy.sg/funding-information

SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 May 2024:

This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) only if you sign up for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme.

If you are applying only for this module, you can still use your Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-Off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up to offset the course fee.

For Details on the Types of Eligible for Use of SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 may 2024, please see: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/early-career/credit

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum Age: 18

  • Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent

  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on:

    • At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or

    • Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course

  • Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.

Sound Editing (Level 4)

SkillsFuture Funding Valid Till 30 June 2025
SSG Course Reference No.: TGS-2022016450

OVERVIEW

This course covers editing sound for a production using a digital audio workstation. The skills include determining the appropriate settings for sound editing, acquiring the necessary media for import, synchronising audio to picture, editing digital audio, exporting the edited audio project, and archiving the project.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Prepare the workstation for audio editing by determining appropriate settings for the project

  • Acquire the appropriate type of media for import into the digital audio workstation

  • Apply the appropriate techniques to synchronise audio to picture for editing

  • Select and use the appropriate editing tools to edit digital audio

  • Export the edited audio project as per the production’s technical specifications

  • Select and use the appropriate backup media to archive the project

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Audio Engineer, Audio Editor, Sound Recordist

MODE OF TRAINING

In-Person

DURATION

33 Hours

DATE

Training: -

Assessment: -

Registration closes on -.

Note:

  • This course will conclude with a compulsory assessment. Participants have to achieve at least 75% attendance to be eligible for the assessment.

TIME

-

VENUE

1 Stars Avenue, Mediacorp Campus, Singapore 138507

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF 9% GST)

Application Fee: S$54.00 -Waived-

Full Course Fee, including 9% GST: S$3,161.00

Course Fee with SkillsFuture Funding+:

SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

Full Course Fee: S$2,900.00
SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline): S$2,030.00
Nett Course Fee: S$870.00
9% GST*: S$78.30
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$948.30

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and Above

Full Course Fee: S$2,900.00
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: S$2,610.00
Nett Course Fee: S$290.00
9% GST*: S$78.30
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$368.30

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Full Course Fee: S$2,900.00
SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: S$2,610.00
Nett Course Fee: S$290.00
9% GST*: S$78.30
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$368.30

*As per SSG Policy, GST payable is calculated based on prevailing GST Rates after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.

+Funding Eligibility:

  • Singapore Citizens and/or Permanent Residents

  • Attain at least 75% attendance

  • Successful completion of assessment

More Information: https://pd.mediaacademy.sg/funding-information

SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 May 2024:

This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) only if you sign up for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme.

If you are applying only for this module, you can still use your Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-Off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up to offset the course fee.

For Details on the Types of Eligible for Use of SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 may 2024, please see: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/early-career/credit

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum Age: 18

  • Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent

  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on:

    • At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or

    • Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course

  • Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.

Sound Editing (Level 3)

SkillsFuture Funding Valid Till 30 June 2025
SSG Course Reference No.: TGS-2022016449

OVERVIEW

This course covers recording sound in a recording studio, which includes the planning process of a recording session, identifying and applying relevant technical solutions for a recording, and to produce sound recordings that encapsulate the artistic and technical requirements of a production.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Plan the recording session to meet production requirements

  • Select appropriate microphones to meet the project's requirements

  • Apply appropriate microphone techniques to achieve the required sound

  • Record sound to meet the project's requirements

  • Manipulate recorded sound using the appropriate audio signal processors to achieve the desired effect

  • Use appropriate sound mixing techniques to achieve the desired balance

  • Master the sound recording based on the technical parameters of the project

  • Transfer and backup mixed sound recordings into the appropriate formats and storage media

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Audio Engineer, Audio Editor, Sound Recordist

MODE OF TRAINING

In-Person

DURATION

41 Hours

DATE

Training: -

Assessment: -

Registration closes on -.

Note:

  • This course will conclude with a compulsory assessment. Participants have to achieve at least 75% attendance to be eligible for the assessment.

TIME

-

VENUE

1 Stars Avenue, Mediacorp Campus, Singapore 138507

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF 9% GST)

Application Fee: S$54.00 -Waived-

Full Course Fee, including 9% GST: S$3,924.00

Course Fee with SkillsFuture Funding+:

SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

Full Course Fee: S$3,600.00
SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline): S$2,520.00
Nett Course Fee: S$1,080.00
9% GST*: S$97.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$1,177.20

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and Above

Full Course Fee: S$3,600.00
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: S$3,240.00
Nett Course Fee: S$360.00
9% GST*: S$97.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$457.20

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Full Course Fee: S$3,600.00
SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: S$3,240.00
Nett Course Fee: S$360.00
9% GST*: S$97.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$457.20

*As per SSG Policy, GST payable is calculated based on prevailing GST Rates after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.

+Funding Eligibility:

  • Singapore Citizens and/or Permanent Residents

  • Attain at least 75% attendance

  • Successful completion of assessment

More Information: https://pd.mediaacademy.sg/funding-information

SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 May 2024:

This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) only if you sign up for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme.

If you are applying only for this module, you can still use your Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-Off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up to offset the course fee.

For Details on the Types of Eligible for Use of SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 may 2024, please see: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/early-career/credit

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum Age: 18

  • Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent

  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on:

    • At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or

    • Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course

  • Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.

Sound Design and Creation

SkillsFuture Funding Valid Till 30 June 2025
SSG Course Reference No.: TGS-2022016107

OVERVIEW

This course covers the determination of the sound design for a production. The skills include determining, in collaboration with relevant personnel, the sound design for a production; determining the audio's technical specifications, and identifying all sound effects required for the production.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Determine the sound design appropriate for the production

  • Determine the audio's technical specifications appropriate for the distribution media

  • Identify the types of sound effects that are required to create the appropriate sonic identity for the film

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Audio Engineer, Audio Editor, Sound Recordist

MODE OF TRAINING

In-Person

DURATION

25 Hours

DATE

Training: -

Assessment: -

Registration closes on -.

Note:

  • This course will conclude with a compulsory assessment. Participants have to achieve at least 75% attendance to be eligible for the assessment.

TIME

-

VENUE

1 Stars Avenue, Mediacorp Campus, Singapore 138507

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF 9% GST)

Application Fee: S$54.00 -Waived-

Full Course Fee, including 9% GST: S$2,834.00

Course Fee with SkillsFuture Funding+:

SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline): S$1,820.00
Nett Course Fee: S$780.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$850.20

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and Above

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

*As per SSG Policy, GST payable is calculated based on prevailing GST Rates after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.

+Funding Eligibility:

  • Singapore Citizens and/or Permanent Residents

  • Attain at least 75% attendance

  • Successful completion of assessment

More Information: https://pd.mediaacademy.sg/funding-information

SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 May 2024:

This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) only if you sign up for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme.

If you are applying only for this module, you can still use your Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-Off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up to offset the course fee.

For Details on the Types of Eligible for Use of SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 may 2024, please see: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/early-career/credit

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum Age: 18

  • Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent

  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on:

    • At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or

    • Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course

  • Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.

Media File Formats Conformation (Sound Editor)

SkillsFuture Funding Valid Till 30 June 2025
SSG Course Reference No.: TGS-2022016448

OVERVIEW

This course covers the relevant industry quality standards and the parameters to assess the quality of footages. This course will also cover the types of quality issues encountered during conformation, types of solutions to rectify quality issues, and the technologies to improve the quality and efficiency of post-production processes.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Manage editing workflows to ensure alignment to best practices and technical standards

  • Provide technical guidance to production teams to perform edits that require the use of new and innovative technologies

  • Examine footage to ensure that media files are conformed according to technical standards

  • Develop alternative plans and solutions to resolve anticipated technical issues that may occur during production

  • Incorporate the use of innovative technologies to improve the quality and efficiency of visual outputs and processes

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Audio Engineer, Audio Editor, Sound Recordist

MODE OF TRAINING

In-Person

DURATION

25 Hours

DATE

Training: -

Assessment: -

Registration closes on -.

Note:

  • This course will conclude with a compulsory assessment. Participants have to achieve at least 75% attendance to be eligible for the assessment.

TIME

-

VENUE

1 Stars Avenue, Mediacorp Campus, Singapore 138507

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF 9% GST)

Application Fee: S$54.00 -Waived-

Full Course Fee, including 9% GST: S$2,834.00

Course Fee with SkillsFuture Funding+:

SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline): S$1,820.00
Nett Course Fee: S$780.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$850.20

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and Above

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

*As per SSG Policy, GST payable is calculated based on prevailing GST Rates after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.

+Funding Eligibility:

  • Singapore Citizens and/or Permanent Residents

  • Attain at least 75% attendance

  • Successful completion of assessment

More Information: https://pd.mediaacademy.sg/funding-information

SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 May 2024:

This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) only if you sign up for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme.

If you are applying only for this module, you can still use your Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-Off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up to offset the course fee.

For Details on the Types of Eligible for Use of SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 may 2024, please see: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/early-career/credit

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum Age: 18

  • Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent

  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on:

    • At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or

    • Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course

  • Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.