27 Sound Design courses

At Black & Gold Audio we offer beginner, intermediate, advanced and expert sessions for anyone aged 14 and over. The sessions are carried out either within our studios in Truro, Cornwall or remotely using ZOOM. They are designed around you the learner and your own specific wants and needs. Our tutor is an expert in the fields of acoustics, recording, traditional and electronic music composition, music production, sequencing, sound design, mixing and mastering, film, TV and game audio. Who is this course for?  Candidates who are interested in a more one to one based learning program remotely or within a professional industry standard environment, tuition is flexible regarding days, hours and regularity. Most importantly the tutor can design a program that it suited to you and your requirements, a meeting with the tutor can be arranged beforehand to discuss a learning plan for you. Flexible 1 to 1 tutoring is a great way to learn at your own pace with no pressures and with the support of an industry expert. You may also be interested in the RSL Music Production Grades 1-8 which we deliver on a 1 to 1 basis too, see HERE. What will I learn?  This is a very open ended question for these types of sessions, its about what you want to learn and our tutor will talk with you to figure out the a suitable program for your needs. We cater for beginners, intermediates, advanced and expert students. How will I learn? The aim of these courses is to build a basic to advanced knowledge and understanding in various specialist areas of the industry, each tailor made course will support your learning through progress tracking and access to some amazing learning resources provided by our tutor. Each session will focus and build upon the last so that you are eventually able to meet your desired end goal. What equipment do I use on the course? The Black & Gold Studio is equipped with a huge range of both industry standard recording equipment, hardware synthesizers, drum machines, fx processing and control surfaces, and that’s before we even get inside the computer!! You can be taught to use DAW’s such as Logic Pro X, Cubase, Pro Tools & Ableton Live as well as explore other 3rd party softwares such as NI Komplete, Izotope, Fabfilter, Waves and so many more.

An intensive two-year course with a School located in the heart of London, the MA Filmmaking trains to a professional level in a full range of filmmaking skills. Students leave with a portfolio of directing, cinematography, editing, producing, production design and sound credits. The school produces a huge output of films each year on this particular programme, many of which are screened at key festivals annually, previously winning many prizes, including at Locarno, Berlinale, Edinburgh, LaCinef (Cinéfondation). Learning is based on short film production and our students make a new film each term. Each term these film exercises become more technically sophisticated, more considered and more complex in their ambitions. The school specifies the skill base for each exercise, providing the equipment and training students to new levels in each of the various craft skills. Students make all aesthetic decisions while solving problems similar to those faced by professional units, on a steeply increasing slope of difficulty. The work is constantly assessed and critiqued.  This is the core of the London Film School method. Students learn by applying themselves to aesthetic and practical problems generated by the actual process of filmmaking. 

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for System integrators, Consultants, Solution architects Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Create a vSphere design given a case study Identify and assess the business objectives of the vSphere environment Identify business requirements, constraints, assumptions, and risks, for all layers in the vSphere environment Apply a framework to a design Analyze design choices for vCenter, ESXi, storage, networking, vSphere clusters, and virtual machines Identify design decisions to ensure manageability, which include scalability, capacity planning and lifecycle management Identify design decisions to ensure that the vSphere environment is highly available Identify design decisions to ensure that the vSphere environment performs well Identify design decisions to ensure that the vSphere environment is secure Identify design decisions to ensure that the vSphere environment can recover from data loss or disaster This three-day course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to design a VMware vSphere 8 virtual infrastructure. You follow a proven approach to design a virtualization solution that ensures availability, manageability, performance, recoverability, and security. The approach presented follows VMware best practices. This course discusses the benefits and risks of available design alternatives and provides information to support making sound design decisions. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Infrastructure Assessment Describe various design framework principles Follow a proven process to design a virtualization solution Define customer business objectives and requirements Use a systematic method to evaluate and document a conceptual model Create a logical design from a conceptual model Recognize key information contained in the physical design Designing for Manageability: Capacity Planning Make capacity planning design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design capacity planning strategies that meet the needs of the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Calculate compute and storage requirements for the VMs in the vSphere environment Designing for Manageability: Scalability Make scalability design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design scalability strategies that meet the needs of the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Designing for Manageability: Lifecycle Management Make lifecycle management design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design lifecycle management strategies that meet the needs of the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Designing for Availability Make availability design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design availability strategies that meet the needs of the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Designing for Performance Make performance design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design performance strategies that meet the needs of the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Designing for Security Make security design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design security strategies that meet the needs of the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Designing for Recoverability Make recoverability design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design recoverability strategies that meet the needs of the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware vSphere: Design [V8] training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware vSphere: Design [V8] course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Operators, administrators, and architects for VMware Horizon should enroll in this course. These individuals are responsible for the creation, maintenance, and or delivery of remote and virtual desktop services. Additional duties can include the implementation, support, and administration of an organization's end-user computing infrastructure. Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Assess the business and application requirements of an environment Analyze design choices and design an EUC infrastructure architecture that addresses the needs of the environment Design an EUC architecture that addresses the needs of the organization and follows VMware best practices Document a design that can be implemented Design a comprehensive VMware EUC solution This five-day course presents a methodology for designing a VMware end-user computing (EUC) solution. The design methodology includes recommendations for the types of information and data that must be gathered and analyzed to make sound design decisions for the client systems, the desktop options, the VMware vSphere© infrastructure, VMware Horizon©, VMware Horizon© Cloud ServiceTM, VMware Workspace ONE© UEM, VMware Workspace ONE© AccessTM, VMware NSX-TTM, and VMware Unified Access GatewayTM. VMware best practices are presented for each phase of the design process. In this course, you apply your new knowledge by working with other participants to design a VMware EUC solution for a real-world project. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives VMWare EUC Design Methodology Recognize the characteristics of a good design. Identify the phases of VMware EUC Design Methodology Presenting Solutions to Executive Management Identify behaviors that can affect team performance negatively List common mistakes when working in a team Describe how to tailor a presentation to the company?s values, and stakeholders? backgrounds and roles List questions you should ask to identify how to address a problem a client is trying to solve Infrastructure Assessment and Services Definition Define customer business objective Define a use case for your virtual desktop and application infrastructure Convert customer requirements to use-case attributes Horizon Architecture and Components Determine the components required for a Horizon on-premises or Horizon Cloud deployment Implement the design considerations and recommendations for various Horizon components Analyze the use-case scenarios for various the Horizon deployment options Component Design: Horizon Pods Design a single-site Horizon desktop block and pod configuration for a given use case Design Cloud Pod Architecture for multisite pool access Design Control Plane Services Architecture for multisite pool access Component Design: App Volumes and Dynamic Environment Manager Identify the functionalities of the components in App Volumes Logical Architecture Implement the recommended practices when designing an application delivery mechanism using App Volumes Component Design: Workspace ONE Map the Horizon desktop building block and the Horizon management building block to VMware vSphere. Identify factors and design decisions that determine the sizing for ESXi hosts Workspace ONE & Horizon Infrastructure Design Design the environment resources required to support a Workspace ONE and Horizon deployment Identify factors and design decisions that determine the sizing for ESXi host Discuss the factors that determine the sizing for shared storage Identify the design decisions related to bandwidth utilization Discuss the implications of using load balancing and traffic management Identify factors and design decisions that determine the sizing of the Azure pods Design Integration and Delivery List the platform components that needs to be integrated along with their dependent services. Integrate Workspace ONE and Horizon platform components. Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware End User Computing: Design training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware End User Computing: Design course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Experienced system integrators and consultants responsible for designing and deploying vSphere environments Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Identify the business objectives for the vSphere environment Identify business requirements, constraints, assumptions, and risks for all layers in the vSphere environment Apply a framework to a design Analyze design choices and best-practice recommendations Create a design that ensures availability, manageability, performance, recoverability, and security Design the core management infrastructure for an enterprise Design the virtual data center for an enterprise Design the compute infrastructure for an enterprise Design the storage and networking infrastructures for an enterprise Design virtual machines to run applications in a vSphere infrastructure Design security, manageability, and recoverability features for an enterprise This three-day training course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to design a VMware vSphere© 7 virtual infrastructure. You follow a proven approach to design a virtualization solution that ensures availability, manageability, performance, recoverability, and security, and that uses VMware best practices. This course discusses the benefits and risks of available design alternatives and provides information to support making sound design decisions. Given a case study, you practice your design skills by working with peers on a design project Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Infrastructure Assessment Follow a proven process to design a virtualization solution Define customer business objectives Gather and analyze business and application requirements Document design requirements, constraints, assumptions, and risks Use a systematic method to evaluate and document design decisions Create a conceptual design Core Management Infrastructure Determine the number of VMware vCenter© Server ApplianceTM instances to include in a design Choose the appropriate single sign-on identity source Choose the time synchronization method Choose methods to collect log files and VMware ESXi? core dumps Design a vCenter Server deployment topology that is appropriate for the size and requirements of the data center Virtual Data Center Infrastructure Calculate total compute capacity requirements for a virtual data center Create a virtual data center cluster design that meets business and workload requirements Evaluate in the virtual data center the use of several management services, such as VMware vSphere© High Availability and VMware vSphere© Distributed Resource Scheduler? Evaluate the use of resource pools in the virtual data center design Compute Infrastructure Create a compute infrastructure design that includes the appropriate ESXi boot, installation, and configuration options Choose the ESXi host hardware for the compute infrastructure Storage Infrastructure Calculate storage capacity and performance requirements for a design Evaluate the use of different storage platforms and storage management solutions Design a storage platform infrastructure and storage management architecture that meets the needs of the vSphere environment Network Infrastructure Evaluate the use of different network component and network management solutions Design a network component architecture that includes information about network segmentation and virtual switch types Design a network management architecture that meets the needs of the vSphere environment Virtual Machine Design Make virtual machine design decisions, including decisions about resources Design virtual machines that meet the needs of the applications in the vSphere environment and follow VMware best practices Infrastructure Security Make security design decisions for various layers in the vSphere environment Design a security strategy that meets the needs of the vSphere environment and follows VMware best practices Infrastructure Manageability Make infrastructure manageability design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design an infrastructure manageability strategy that meets the needs of the vSphere environment and follows VMware best practices Infrastructure Recoverability Make infrastructure recoverability design decisions that adhere to business requirements Design an infrastructure recoverability strategy that meets the needs of the vSphere environment and follows VMware best practices Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware vSphere: Design [v7.0] training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware vSphere: Design [v7.0] course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Unlock Your Filmmaking Potential with Taraq Qureshi** Discover the art of filmmaking with Taraq Qureshi, an acclaimed British producer, director, and actor. With over 20 years of experience in the film industry and a unique perspective as a disabled filmmaker, Taraq brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to his teaching. **About Taraq Qureshi:** - **Seasoned Filmmaker**: With over two decades of experience, Taraq has produced and directed numerous feature films and short films. His journey began in community theatre with a year-long course accredited by Middlesex University London in 1999. - **Industry Leader**: Founder and artistic director of the "Golden Nugget International Film Festival," which has been running for six years. In 2023, Taraq also founded the "Global Film Producers Alliance" (www.gfa.com), a platform dedicated to connecting and supporting film producers worldwide. - **Innovative Storyteller**: Taraq's notable projects include "Strictly Salsa - The Beginning," "The Chosen Ones," and "Do Not Enter." His work is marked by a deep passion for storytelling and a commitment to creating both commercially successful and niche market films. - **Mentor and Educator**: As an acting teacher, creative executive, and development coordinator, Taraq has inspired countless aspiring filmmakers to pursue their dreams and achieve success in the industry. **Why Learn from Taraq?** - **Expert Guidance**: Gain insights from a seasoned professional with a proven track record in the film industry. - **Unique Perspective**: Learn from Taraq's experiences as a disabled filmmaker, providing a fresh and inclusive approach to storytelling. - **Hands-On Learning**: Benefit from practical, real-world advice and techniques that you can apply to your own filmmaking projects. - **Community and Support**: Join a network of passionate filmmakers and industry professionals through Taraq's initiatives, including the "Golden Nugget International Film Festival" and the "Global Film Producers Alliance." **Enroll Now and Transform Your Filmmaking Journey!** Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most respected and innovative filmmakers. Enroll in Taraq Qureshi's online teaching course today and take the first step towards realizing your filmmaking dreams. #Master the Art of Film Directing: Enroll in Our Comprehensive 10-Day Course!** Are you passionate about storytelling? Do you dream of bringing your cinematic visions to life? Our 10-day course on Feature Film Directing is your gateway to mastering the craft and making your mark in the film industry! #### **Course Highlights:** 🎬 **Expert Instruction:** Learn from seasoned directors and industry professionals. 📜 **Script Analysis:** Break down screenplays and develop compelling characters. 🎥 **Visual Storytelling:** Master cinematography, shot composition, and visual style. 👥 **Actor Collaboration:** Discover techniques for casting and directing actors. 🎨 **Production Design:** Create immersive sets, props, and costumes. 🎧 **Sound and Music:** Enhance your film with expert sound design and music. ✂️ **Editing Mastery:** Gain hands-on experience in editing and post-production. 📣 **Marketing and Distribution:** Learn to promote and distribute your film successfully. 🌟 **Final Project:** Showcase your skills with a short film project and receive valuable feedback. #### **Who Should Enroll:** - Aspiring Directors - Film Students - Storytellers and Creatives - Film Enthusiasts #### **Why Choose Our Course:** - **Intensive Learning:** Each 90-minute session is packed with valuable insights and practical exercises. - **Hands-On Experience:** Apply what you learn with real-world projects and interactive sessions. - **Networking Opportunities:** Connect with fellow filmmakers and industry experts. - **Flexible Schedule:** Designed to fit into your busy lifestyle. #### **Ready to Start Your Directing Journey?** Don't miss this opportunity to turn your passion for film into a rewarding career. Enroll now and take the first step towards becoming a masterful film director! --- *Limited seats available. Sign up today to secure your spot!* 🎥✨ --- ### **Day 1: Introduction to Directing** - **Welcome and Course Overview:** - Introduction to the role of a film director. - Course objectives and expectations. - **History of Film Directing:** - Overview of influential directors and their contributions. - Evolution of directing styles and techniques. --- ### **Day 2: Script Analysis and Development** - **Script Breakdown:** - Understanding the screenplay. - Identifying themes, characters, and plot structure. - **Character Development:** - Techniques for creating and developing characters. - Analyzing character arcs. --- ### **Day 3: Visual Storytelling** - **Cinematography Basics:** - Shot composition and framing. - Camera movements and angles. - **Visual Style:** - Creating a visual style and tone. - Working with a cinematographer. --- ### **Day 4: Working with Actors** - **Casting:** - Techniques for casting the right actors. - Conducting auditions. - **Directing Actors:** - Techniques for effective communication. - Understanding actors' needs and processes. --- ### **Day 5: Production Design** - **Set Design:** - Understanding the importance of production design. - Working with the production designer. - **Props and Costumes:** - The role of props and costumes in storytelling. - Collaborating with the art department. --- ### **Day 6: Sound and Music** - **Sound Design:** - Basics of sound recording and mixing. - Creating an audio landscape. - **Music in Film:** - The role of music in enhancing the narrative. - Working with a composer. --- ### **Day 7: Editing and Post-Production** - **Editing Techniques:** - Understanding the editing process. - Types of cuts and transitions. - **Post-Production Workflow:** - Overview of post-production stages. - Collaborating with editors and post-production teams. --- ### **Day 8: Directing on Set** - **Pre-Production Planning:** - Creating a shooting schedule. - Conducting technical rehearsals. - **On-Set Communication:** - Managing the cast and crew. - Problem-solving on set. --- ### **Day 9: Marketing and Distribution** - **Film Festivals and Markets:** - Overview of film festivals and markets. - Strategies for submitting and promoting films. - **Distribution Channels:** - Understanding traditional and digital distribution. - Creating a distribution plan. --- ### **Day 10: Final Project and Presentation** - **Project Work:** - Finalizing the short film project. - Preparing for the presentation. - **Presentations:** - Screening of short films. - Feedback and discussion. - **Course Wrap-Up:** - Reflecting on the course experience. - Final thoughts and future steps. --- This version is condensed to fit into 90-minute sessions, ensuring each lesson is focused and impactful. Does this meet your expectations? Of course! Here's a revised version of the 10-day course, with 90-minute sessions each day: --- ### **Day 1: Introduction to Directing** - **Welcome and Course Overview:** - Introduction to the role of a film director. - Course objectives and expectations. - **History of Film Directing:** - Overview of influential directors and their contributions. - Evolution of directing styles and techniques. --- ### **Day 2: Script Analysis and Development** - **Script Breakdown:** - Understanding the screenplay. - Identifying themes, characters, and plot structure. - **Character Development:** - Techniques for creating and developing characters. - Analyzing character arcs. --- ### **Day 3: Visual Storytelling** - **Cinematography Basics:** - Shot composition and framing. - Camera movements and angles. - **Visual Style:** - Creating a visual style and tone. - Working with a cinematographer. --- ### **Day 4: Working with Actors** - **Casting:** - Techniques for casting the right actors. - Conducting auditions. - **Directing Actors:** - Techniques for effective communication. - Understanding actors' needs and processes. --- ### **Day 5: Production Design** - **Set Design:** - Understanding the importance of production design. - Working with the production designer. - **Props and Costumes:** - The role of props and costumes in storytelling. - Collaborating with the art department. --- ### **Day 6: Sound and Music** - **Sound Design:** - Basics of sound recording and mixing. - Creating an audio landscape. - **Music in Film:** - The role of music in enhancing the narrative. - Working with a composer. --- ### **Day 7: Editing and Post-Production** - **Editing Techniques:** - Understanding the editing process. - Types of cuts and transitions. - **Post-Production Workflow:** - Overview of post-production stages. - Collaborating with editors and post-production teams. --- ### **Day 8: Directing on Set** - **Pre-Production Planning:** - Creating a shooting schedule. - Conducting technical rehearsals. - **On-Set Communication:** - Managing the cast and crew. - Problem-solving on set. --- ### **Day 9: Marketing and Distribution** - **Film Festivals and Markets:** - Overview of film festivals and markets. - Strategies for submitting and promoting films. - **Distribution Channels:** - Understanding traditional and digital distribution. - Creating a distribution plan. --- ### **Day 10: Final Project and Presentation** - **Project Work:** - Finalizing the short film project. - Preparing for the presentation. - **Presentations:** - Screening of short films. - Feedback and discussion. - **Course Wrap-Up:** - Reflecting on the course experience. - Final thoughts and future steps. --- This version is condensed to fit into 90-minute sessions, ensuring each lesson is focused and impactful. 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Employing a mix of practical exercises and critical reflection, this introductory day course provides an overview of fundamental techniques for recording and editing voice, ambiences and sound effects for podcasts, video/film and art installations or just for fun. The course uses industry standard software and introduces a range of popular, high quality microphones and portable recording devices. The course has enough flexibility to be steered by the individual interests of the participants, but you will generally cover; the properties of sound, microphone selection and placement, gain structure, effective planning, noise limiting and reduction, sound editing, dynamics, sound processing and spatial effects. If desired, we can look at a variety of techniques for improving sound quality and recording audio from video conferencing, as we all find ourselves working and interacting in this manner every day. Computer experience is required. Morning Microphone Selection – why and when to use Applications, characteristics, limitations Microphone type – Dynamic, Condenser, Lavalier, Shotgun, Boundary, Stereo, Binaural Polar Patterns – Omni, Cardoid, Attenuated and others Practical microphone placement and technique Critical distance, proximity effect, shielding, simple acoustic treatments, filtering Lavalier microphone – positioning, preventing distortion & rustles Booming – positioning, preventing microphone bumps Stereo Mics – phase issues Afternoon Editing techniques (fades, looping) Building a mix Basic sound processing, noise reduction and dynamics (channel strips, EQ and compression) Insert effects (modulation, filtering, distortion) Send effects (delay, reverb) Automation (of volume, panning etc) Bussing (sending signals to multiple fx) Mastering effects (limiting) Exporting and file types   Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.

Are you a graduate or an industry professional ready to take your career to the next level, develop a new specialism, or see your film idea or project realised? Our MA in Screen and Film Production could enable you to advance your career, develop and enhance your skillset, and align yourself with top industry professionals. Through research-based practice this new MA puts you and your aspirations at the centre of your learning, whilst refining your chosen specialist pathway. 

Level 5 QLS Endorsed Diploma | 150 CPD Points | +Gifts: QLS Certificate + PDF Certificate | 24/7 Learner Support

Master essential and advanced video editing techniques with our comprehensive Video Editing Tips & Tricks course. Learn to cut, sequence, and polish raw footage, apply creative effects, and enhance your editing skills. Ideal for beginners and experienced editors alike, this course prepares you for diverse career paths in video editing and multimedia production. Enroll today to start creating professional-quality videos!