Sound Maintenance Engineer Responsible for the correct running of all electronic and mechanical equipment used in sound recording processes. Must be able to diagnose and rectify faults in any of the equipment, whenever they occur. Faults developing during a recording session must be repaired with the minimum of hold up. The Sound Engineer should also be capable of developing and constructing equipment, and keeping pace with new technology. Desirable Qualifications for Careers in Motion Picture Sound Education is a precious commodity, in present day society an absolute necessity.
Nothing learnt during general education is useless.
Schools and colleges are not only places where the student learns but also places where they learn how to learn. All persons involved with sound recording should have a good knowledge of magnetism and electricity, the physical properties of sound and an understanding of the properties of light. The physiology and psychology, of human hearing is also necessary. Practical computer operation is desirable especially in the Sound Editing and Sound Dubbing Departments. The opportunity to join an amateur dramatic society while at school should not be missed.