COURSE CURRICULUM

The Media and Entertainment Arts Sound and Recording Arts BS degree at The University of Southern Mississippi is focused on audio production, music technology, live sound, and professional recording industries. This program combines creative media education with technical audio engineering skills, helping students prepare for careers in music production, recording studios, live event sound, film audio, broadcasting, podcasting, and digital entertainment industries. Students study areas such as audio recording technology, live sound reinforcement, mixing and mastering, sound design, MIDI and digital audio systems, critical listening, and sound production for visual media. The curriculum also includes communication studies, video production, digital skills, social media, media law, and entertainment business concepts, which helps students understand both the creative and commercial sides of the industry. Through practical studio work, internships, projects, and advanced production courses, students gain hands-on experience with professional equipment and software commonly used in modern entertainment industries. Career opportunities may include audio engineer, music producer, sound designer, studio technician, live sound engineer, podcast producer, broadcast audio specialist, post-production editor, or multimedia content creator. Since streaming platforms, digital music, gaming, online media, and creator-based industries continue growing globally, demand for skilled audio and production professionals is also increasing. Success in this field depends strongly on technical skills, creativity, networking, portfolio quality, internships, and real-world experience rather than only classroom grades, making it an excellent option for students passionate about music, sound technology, recording, and entertainment media careers.