Learn in a Working Professional Studio
Build real-world skills through hands-on training at Santa Cruz Recording. Our courses are designed for musicians, producers, engineers, filmmakers, and content creators who want practical experience—not just theory.
Train with professional equipment, work inside an active studio environment, and leave with skills you can actually use.
Hands-on training • Professional gear • Real-world workflows • Small class sizes
Why Train at Santa Cruz Recording?
- Learn inside a working recording and production studio
- Use professional audio, video, and lighting equipment
- Get direct instruction from working industry professionals
- Build practical skills through real projects
- Online curriculum supports your in-studio training
- Courses can be taken individually or as part of a larger learning path
Audio Engineering
Learn how professional recording sessions actually work.
Get hands-on experience inside a working recording studio while learning the fundamentals of capturing great sound.
You’ll learn:
- Signal flow & studio setup
- Microphone selection & placement
- Console, preamps & recording techniques
- Pro Tools & session workflow
Hands-on training • Professional studio • Real-world equipment
Music Production
Turn musical ideas into finished productions.
Learn the creative and technical process behind producing music—from building beats and arrangements to shaping sounds and completing a track.
You’ll learn:
- Beat making & programming
- Arrangement & song structure
- Sampling & sound design
- Production workflow & effects
Create your own music • Build your workflow • Learn by doing
Mixing & Mastering
Take your recordings from rough tracks to polished releases.
Learn how professional mixes are built and how finished music is prepared for release across streaming and digital platforms.
You’ll learn:
- EQ, compression & dynamics
- Balance, depth & stereo imaging
- Effects & mix processing
- Mastering & final delivery
Mix with confidence • Improve your sound • Finish release-ready music.
Artist & Creator Development
Learn how to build, release and grow a creative project.
Designed for artists and content creators who want to understand both the creative and business sides of building a career.
You’ll learn:
- Artist identity & creative direction
- Release planning & distribution
- Content & promotion strategy
- Publishing, rights & royalties
Build your brand • Release strategically • Protect your work
Video Production
Learn to create professional video from concept to camera.
Get hands-on experience with professional cameras, lighting and audio while learning how to plan and shoot compelling visual content.
You’ll learn:
- Camera operation & settings
- Lighting & composition
- Production audio
- Shot planning & visual storytelling
Professional cameras • Studio lighting • Real production experience
Video Post Production
Turn raw footage into polished, professional content.
Learn the fundamentals of post-production and develop a practical editing workflow for music videos, social content, interviews and more.
You’ll learn:
- DaVinci Resolve workflow
- Editing, pacing & storytelling
- Color correction & grading
- Audio, titles & final delivery
Edit faster • Tell better stories • Deliver professional content
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Tailored to your goals and pace, these one-on-one sessions offer focused guidance from industry experts. Whether you’re a budding artist, producer, or sound engineer, our tailored approach ensures targeted learning in a professional studio environment. Master recording techniques, refine your sound, or dive deep into music production with individualized attention. Ignite your creativity and accelerate your journey in the world of music, all within the inspiring setting of our state-of-the-art studio.
Ready to get in the Studio? Hit us up!
We offer every prospective student an opportunity to come into the studio for a tour and free assessment! We can give you a clear idea of the classes we offer and discuss what to focus on to reach your production goals.