Do I need prior experience in sound design?

No prior experience is required; the workshop is designed for beginners and introduces all foundational concepts.

Is equipment provided during the class?

Yes, BRIC provides necessary equipment including computers and sound editing tools.

Can I use my own software during the workshop?

Participants are welcome to bring their own laptops and software but it is not necessary.

What is the class size?

Classes are kept small to allow for personalized attention and hands-on experience.

Is the workshop suitable for students?

Yes, students are encouraged to attend and receive discounted rates.

Are there follow-up classes to deepen sound design skills?

BRIC offers advanced workshops including editing software training to build on this introduction.

Sound Design Workshop at BRIC Media Lab, Brooklyn

Located at 647 Fulton St in the heart of Brooklyn, BRIC stands as a vibrant hub for immersive media and creative workshops. Their Intro to Sound Design class offers a focused, hands-on dive into the art and science of audio in storytelling. Over an engaging three-hour session, participants engage with the evocative power of sound design within film and radio, dissecting how audio shapes narrative and emotion.

Brooklyn’s urban energy pulses through BRIC’s creative spaces, making it a unique site for cultivating new sound artists. The neighborhood’s blend of industrial architecture and cultural diversity provides an inspiring backdrop for those looking to harness sound’s potential. This workshop demystifies key sound theory and terminology, making technical concepts accessible for beginners and hobbyists eager to enhance their media projects.

What sets BRIC apart in New York’s creative landscape is the opportunity to apply learning immediately: attendees collaborate on designing the audio track for a short film, practicing real-world skills in a supportive environment. This practical approach goes beyond passive listening, encouraging experimentation with layering, Foley effects, and mixing.

Beyond technical skill, the class situates sound design within broader cultural contexts, spotlighting its importance in media production. Brooklyn’s rich history as an arts enclave fuels BRIC’s mission to expand community access to media arts education, fostering a new wave of audio storytellers.

For those drawn to the intersection of technology and creativity in an urban setting, BRIC’s sound design workshop offers a purposeful escape from the typical outdoor adventure—surfacing a different kind of exploration where soundscapes are the terrain.

About BRIC

BRIC is a Brooklyn-based media education and production organization offering hands-on classes, workshops, and certification courses across audio, video, photography, and digital media. Located in Brooklyn, New York, BRIC operates the BRIC Media Lab and BRIC Media Center and collaborates with the Central Library to deliver in-person and online learning opportunities.

Course offerings cover a broad skill set: audio production and studio technique, podcasting and radio formats, video editing with Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve color grading, motion graphics with After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom, DSLR and mobile filmmaking, field audio, and stop-motion animation. Classes range from short workshops like two- and three-hour sessions to multi-day certification courses and twelve-hour skill intensives.

BRIC lists technical and creative classes such as Audio Production in the Studio, Studio Podcasting (Certification Course), Video Editing with Premiere (Certification Course), Photoshop Essentials, Intro to DaVinci Resolve, Intro to Color Grading with DaVinci Resolve, Motion Graphics with After Effects, and TV Studio Intensive. The organization also provides projects-focused sessions including Make a Movie on Your Phone, Shoot Amazing B-ROLL, Street Photography, and Make a Podcast on Your Phone.

Many offerings are available online as well as at BRIC's physical locations and partner sites, enabling flexible access for learners. With a catalog that includes certification classes, online courses, and community-centered workshops, BRIC provides practical, skill-based training for aspiring creators, producers, and media professionals.

Instructors include industry practitioners and media educators who focus on hands-on practice, project feedback, and real-world workflows to prepare students for creative careers and portfolios.