Pro Tools Courses
Pro Tools has quickly become the industry standard for audio post-production and Soho Editors Training are proud to be certified as a Pro School training centre. One of only a few centres in Europe, we are now offering training and certification on all three training levels: 101, 201, 210P and 310P.

Below is a brief summary of each level, core areas and the prerequisites required to give you an indication of which course best suits you.



101
Pro Tools 101 focuses on the foundational skills needed to learn and function within the Pro Tools environment at a basic level. The aim of this course will help individuals to start working on their own projects in Pro Tools.

Topics include:
· System capabilities (Record, Edit, Mix, Process, and Deliver Audio)
· Hard disc basics
· Understanding the Pro Tools file system (Session Documents, Audio Files, Audio Regions)
· Navigation and display basics
· Recording modes and techniques, including setting levels
· Selection techniques for audio regions (precursor to basic editing)
· Basic editing skills
· Importing audio files
· Using fades
· Basic mixing examples
· Using AudioSuite (file-based) plug-ins
· Introduction to MIDI within the Pro Tools application
Prerequisites: Familiarity with concepts that include basic computer skills, some audio recording knowledge, and some Pro Tools familiarity (via Pro Tools FREE software or similar).
Course length: 3 days (24–30 course hours)

201
Pro Tools 201 focuses on a foundation of skills needed to competently operate a Pro Tools TDM system in a professional environment.

Topics include:
Overview of the differences between Pro Tools workstations, preparing students for the diverse range of environments found in the industry.

· Pro Tools session management concepts
· Editing features and techniques
· Session navigation and control
· Recording modes/techniques for various applications
· In-depth plug-in usage, both technical and practical
· Pro Tools automation modes, practices, and techniques
· Introduction to Digidesign control surfaces
· Final mixdown and layback, including use of dither
Prerequisites: Familiarity with concepts that include basic computer skills, some audio recording knowledge and some Pro Tools familiarity (via Pro Tools FREE software or similar). These prerequisites may be met via prior Pro Tools knowledge, self-paced learning from Digidesign's online resources, or by taking the Pro Tools 101 course. If you haven't taken the 101 course, you must pass a 100-level test to qualify for enrolment in 200 level courses.
Course length: 3 days (24–30 course hours)


210P
Pro Tools 210P focuses on completing 200-level training with a Post Production focus. Concepts and skills learned in 201 are reinforced with post-specific examples.

Topics include:
· Advanced file formats, including OMF translation, import/export, and batch processing
· Advanced Post Editing I, including source/destination editing, advanced editing tools, fixed-head playback techniques, and editing of automation data to picture
· Advanced Mixing I, including groups, stems, and sub mixes with advanced automation modes and additional time devoted to surround
· Synchronisation, including machine control, multiple decks, offsets, etc
· Digital picture integration with an emphasis on AVoptionXL and working with Avid media
· Control surfaces for post applications
· Introduction to surround for post

Prerequisites: Pro Tools 201 course

Course length: 2 days (16–20 course hours)

310P
Pro Tools 310P focuses on the advanced operation of Pro Tools TDM systems for post production. Speed, efficiency, and flexibility are all stressed in this course. Examples of TV and film production are featured in exercises that prepare individuals to efficiently manage deadline-driven, TDM-based Pro Tools operations.

Topics include:
· Advanced OMF applications and workflows with Avid video editing systems
· Advanced Post Editing II, including speed techniques for dialogue, music, and effects editing, such as working with multiple audio tracks in groups and playlists
· Advanced Mixing II, including surround sound, multiple simultaneous mixes, and downmixing
· Extensive key command focus, using the Pro Tools keyboard as an edit controller
· Synchronisation, including troubleshooting of incorrect sample rates, frame rates, and clock references
· Editing tools focused on Avid picture
· Advanced control surfaces for post applications
· Collaboration options, functionality, and techniques, including DigiStudio and sharing Pro Tools sessions with others
Prerequisites: Pro Tools 210P
Course length: 3 days (24–30 course hours)


What's Next?
If you would like to book a course or simply talk to one of our trainers regarding Pro Tools, please get in touch. You can contact us:


By Post:
Soho Editors Training
80 Berwick Street
London
W1F 8TU


By Phone:
+44 (0)20 7734 1286

By e-mail:
training@sohoeditors.com
www.sohoeditors.com
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