Amplified Studios
OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL, high school & college
music production PROGRAM
let’s learn
together
At Amplified Studios, we collaborate with local schools to give students hands-on experience in audio production, video, and digital media. From semester-long courses, focused one- or two-week programs, day-long field trips, or on-campus guest-speaking seminars, students can explore topics such as recording and mixing, podcasting, videography, editing, content creation, and music technology.
Each experience is customized to fit the school’s goals, schedule, student needs, and budget. By connecting creative projects with professional tools and industry knowledge, we help students build practical skills, explore career paths, and gain confidence in their creativity.
OUR FULL-SEMESTER PROGRAM
WITH CARLSBAD HIGH SCHOOL
For the last 3 years, we have had the pleasure of collaborating with Carlsbad High School on a fully customized 26-class semester program focused on recording and music production. Held both on their campus and at Amplified Studios, the course provided students with hands-on experience in recording a band, mixing, and learning essential tools and techniques of modern audio production. It also covered key aspects of the music industry, including pre-production, marketing, and business. Tailored to CHS’s schedule, budget, and goals, this program is a model we can replicate for any school. Whether it’s a semester-long course, a shorter intensive course, or workshops, we work closely with schools to create flexible, budget-friendly programs that inspire and educate students.
customizable programs
We understand that every school has unique needs, which is why all our programs are fully customizable. Whether you're looking for a one-day field trip, a multi-week course, or a single on-campus seminar, we work with you to design a program that aligns with your budget, schedule, and educational goals. Schools can pick and choose from a wide variety of topics, including recording techniques, music marketing, beat-making, podcast production, videography, photography, editing, content creation, music marketing, branding, and more. You decide the format, duration, and content focus, and our team will tailor the experience to fit your student’s interests and your curriculum. With flexible options ranging from in-studio experiences to on-campus classes, our customizable programs ensure that every school can provide an engaging, impactful, and accessible introduction to the world of music production and the audio industry.
OUr CURRICULUM
FULL SEMESTER Recording PROGRAMS
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Our full-semester programs offer a hands-on education in music production and the recording industry. Designed to fit each school's needs, these immersive courses blend classroom learning with professional studio sessions. Students collaborate to record the same song, then mix it individually, honing both technical and creative skills. Along the way, they gain experience in recording, mixing, and industry-standard equipment while exploring pre-production, music marketing, branding, and creative techniques. With customizable scheduling and budgets, our programs provide an accessible, engaging path for aspiring audio professionals.
3-day long advanced recording program
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Amplified Studios offers a hands-on music production program that immerses students in recording, mixing, and the music industry. Combining on-campus seminars with a full-day studio experience, students learn essential skills in music production, PR, branding, and AI in mixing. During the studio day, they act as recording engineers, working with our team to record and mix a live band. Seminars cover topics like pre-production, guitar tone, and creative recording. With flexible scheduling, our program delivers an engaging, real-world learning experience.
FEILD TRIPS AT AMPLIFIED
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Our day-long field trip program immerses students in audio production and the music industry. Designed for aspiring creators, this hands-on experience covers studio operations, essential recording gear, and collaborative podcast production. Students will record a podcast snippet, create intro and outro music, and explore studio equipment like patch bays, DI boxes, and mixing boards. The day ends with an industry panel, where professionals share insights and answer questions. This engaging program offers a practical introduction to the recording industry, inspiring creativity and real-world skills.
6-WEEK LONG voiceover recording PROGRAM
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Our interactive six-week course introduces students to audio engineering, podcast production, and branding. Ideal for schools seeking hands-on learning, it covers live sound, studio recording, and audio post-production. Students gain skills in signal flow, troubleshooting sound systems, podcast recording and editing, and creating brand kits. The course concludes with a studio day at Amplified Studios, where students present their final projects—a professionally edited podcast and a complete brand kit. Each class builds technical and creative expertise, covering microphone use, signal routing, client communication, and mixing techniques.
on-campus seminars
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Our on-campus seminars bring music production and recording directly to your classroom. These interactive sessions cover recording techniques, PR and branding, pre-production, creative production methods, and AI’s role in mixing and mastering. Whether a single class or a multi-day seminar, students gain real-world skills and hands-on experience, sparking their passion for audio production and the music industry.
8-week beat-making program
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Our engaging 8-week Beat-Making course introduces students to music production using the free online DAW, Bandlab. Through hands-on learning, they’ll produce beats, create songs with MIDI sounds, and collaborate on music projects. The course also covers music business essentials like promotion, networking, and distribution. Over eight weeks, students build their own song using drum tracks, samples, virtual instruments, and effects, culminating in a final listening party to showcase their work.
Our Newest Program:
amplified studios
Media academy
8 week media program for those interested in audio, video, photo, editing, industry, + more
Media education
for everyone
Amplified Studios Media Academy is an 8-week hands-on program where participants explore audio, video, and digital media in a professional studio environment. Through creative projects, students build confidence, communication, technical skills, and vocational experience while having fun and expressing themselves.
FAQs
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Getting started is simple! Just reach out to us using the “Reach Out Today” button, and we’ll connect with you to discuss your goals, budget, and timeline. From there, we’ll create a customized proposal that works for your school.
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Yes! All our programs are fully customizable. Whether you need a single seminar, a multi-week course, or a one-day field trip, we work with your schedule, budget, and goals to design a program that fits your school’s unique needs.
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Pricing varies depending on the program type, duration, and number of students. We offer flexible rates, and our proposals will provide detailed pricing for your selected program. For example, field trips are priced by duration, and semester programs depend on the number of classes and sessions.
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We cover a wide range of topics across audio production, video, and digital media, including recording and mixing, music production, beat-making, podcasting, videography, photography, editing, content creation, music marketing, branding, pre-production, live sound, and the use of AI in creative production. Schools can select the subjects that best align with their students’ interests, curriculum, and educational goals.
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No prior experience is necessary! Our programs are designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to more advanced students. We’ll tailor the content to meet the experience level of your group.
