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Sound Recording Technology
Experiences in Sound Recording Technology

The Sound Recording Technology (SRT) program is the only one of its kind in the Southwest. Sound recording technology majors study in a unique environment where creativity, knowledge, technical savvy, and real-world experience are combined to prepare graduates for a variety of potential employment opportunities. The cornerstone of this distinctive approach to education incorporates real-world experience in our commercial recording studios. These experiences are successfully combined with academic inquiry and the more traditional intellectual rigors associated with the pursuit of a baccalaureate degree. Students may participate in faculty-led study abroad or Study in America trips, learn with peers in Living and Learning Communities, develop a professional community at networking events, compete in student competitions, or join student organizations for a well-rounded experience.
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First Year
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with the College of Fine Arts and Communications Advising Center to develop your academic plan.
Take advantage of the Student Learning Assistance Center (Tutoring).
Explore majors with a MyMajors assessment.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Expand your student experience by joining an ensemble.
Consider membership in music-related organizations found through the Bobcat Organization HUB.
Review your degree plan for courses that include the Service-Learning Excellence program.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Connect your schedule to the School of Music calendar each semester to attend performances and events.
Explore the TXST One Stop for more information about the scholarships provided to new and continuing students.
Attend an IDEA Center workshop to learn more about undergraduate research.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Develop and review your resume with Career Services.
Complete your Career Assessments, such as Focus 2.
Create your LinkedIn profile and connect with colleagues and leaders.
Create your Handshake profile.
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Middle Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with the College of Fine Arts and Communications Advising Center for questions about your major.
Explore external scholarship opportunities such as the Fulbright Scholarship to take your expertise to unique locations abroad.
Share your knowledge as a Peer Mentor or Tutor at SLAC.
Explore Campus Resources for academic and personal support.
Meet with a faculty mentor to select an undergraduate research opportunity.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Sharpen your leadership as a member in one or more of the local or national music societies or a professional organization in your music specialty.
Participate in The Big Event to give back to the regional community.
Attend a Nonprofit and Volunteer Fair from Student Involvement to jump into meaningful service in TXST’s community.
Consider study abroad options including faculty-led, exchange, virtual, and short term affiliated programs that are available through Education Abroad.
Meet with an advisor in Education Abroad or Study in America to explore financial aid options.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Take advantage of professional development opportunities within the Audio Engineering Society.
Explore internship opportunities and attend internship fairs with Career Services.
Review micro internship opportunities for professional development in which you learn and earn.
Attend a conference related to your major (get recommendations from a faculty) or your student organization.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Build Career & Graduate School Fairs into your schedule to ensure your connection maximum opportunities.
Join Employer Information Sessions at Career Services or your department.
Prepare to ace your job interviews with Career Services or your academic department.
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Final Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Check your degree audit & meet with academic advisor.
Complete a capstone project related to major.
Create and update a digital portfolio of academic work and experiences.
Meet with a faculty mentor or peer advisor.
Complement your degree with a micro credential.
Explore next steps including a potential graduate degree in music.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Select a service activity through Student Involvement to give back to the area community.
Attend financial literacy workshops (e.g., budgeting, student loans, taxes).
Seek out a leadership role with the Leadership & Service program.
Attend a Student Government Senate meeting to contribute to the TXST community.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Learn about Global Career Accelerator options that give you experience with global companies and in-demand tech skills.
Attend a professional conference, such as (department recommendation).
Deliver a presentation in a student conference, workshop, seminar or community organization.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Develop a full-time employment or graduate school plan with Career Services.
Attend employer info sessions at Career Services.
Complete your First Destination Survey to share your post-graduation plans.
Identify faculty and professional references.
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Career Opportunities
- Audio engineer
- Audio technician
- Sound designer
- Sound mixer
- Radio broadcast engineer
- Digital audio editor
- Instrument technician
- Record producer
- Recording studio manager
- Music critic
- Music analyst
- Music educator
- Music journalist