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ProMedia Training-Pro Tools Certification is the #1 Largest authorized & Official AVID Pro Tools Training Organization in the U. S. with Grammy winning instructors. Prepare for Avid Certification Exams.

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Instructor-Led & Live-Online Courses

Offical Avid Curriculum. Learn Recording, Editing & Mixing in Pro Tools with a Focus on Music or Post Production

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Official Avid Pro Tools Courses (101,110, 201, 210M, 210P, 310, Dolby Atmos). Multi-week Pro Tools Workshops- Certified Avid Training Partner Professional.

The History of ProMedia Training, The First Pro Tools Training Center

Since 2002, ProMedia Training has been an Official Avid Learning Partner offering Pro Tools Training and Exam Preparation courses for Pro Tools Certification Exams for both Hands-On & cutting-edge Live-Online Instructor-Led Training. In the early days, ProMedia was known as "The Pro Tools Training Center" teaching Pro Tools courses long before any true training program existed. It was during that time that the manufacturer agreed it was time to standardize systems of training for Pro Tools Users of all levels, and we were proud to be the first U.S Training Center to roll out DIgidesign's (now Avid) training program.

For two decades, we have welcomed people from around the world, as well as provide corporate training to the most advanced audio engineers seeking innovative and efficient workflow. Click HERE for sample references. Our Hands-On courses have been graced with many of the top musicians, producers, artists, and audio engineers in the world; some artists with over 100 Million Albums sold!!  We provide the path for you to learn Pro Tools thoroughly, so free class audits are welcomed for those to re-fresh their skills for one year after taking class.  

Participation is limited to small classes per workshop in both hands-on and Live-Online classes.  Each student will receive all class materials, books, sessions, practice lessons and sample libraries from the instructor. Our instructors have decades of real world experience and are all Expert Level Certified. 


Mihai R. Boloni
Mihai R. BoloniCreative Director
Avid Expert Pro Tools Instructor
Mihai R. Boloni
Mihai R. BoloniCreative Director
Avid Expert Pro Tools Instructor
Mihai is an Audio Engineer, Producer, Avid Expert Cerfied Pro Tools Instructor. He has been and Instructor for Pro Tools since it began in 2002 and developed the curriculum for the first Pro tools Training Center to open in the U.S. Since then, he has become one of Avid's most experienced, and in-demand Instructors Worldwide. With a global client base his clients include: include MTV, PBS, NBC, Telemundo, NBC's The Voice's, Turner Networks, Cartoon Network, Atlanta Public School System, as well as some of the top producers, artists, and engineers in Recording Studios and at Record Labels. For over 20 years, Mihai has continued to work as an Audio Engineer, Record Producer, Songwriter (ASCAP), Dog Lover, Record Label Owner, and Expert Level AVID Certified Pro Tools Instructor.

Frank D. Cook
Frank D. CookMusican, Author, Educator
Avid Master Instructor
Frank D. Cook
Frank D. CookMusican, Author, Educator
Avid Master Instructor
Frank D. Cook is a musician, author, educator, and entrepreneur. He has worked in technical publications for over 20 years and is the author of numerous books in pro audio, including multiple titles on Pro Tools for the Avid Learning Series. Frank has been a consultant for Avid Technology for the past 15 years, helping to shape learning initiatives and to develop textbooks and exams for Avid’s official training and certification programs. Frank has taught Pro Tools courses at Sacramento City College and American River College in Sacramento, California, and is an Avid Master Instructor. He has authored four Pro Tools video training courses for LinkedIn Learning. He also provides all levels of Pro Tools certification for educators worldwide who aspire to become Avid Certified Instructors. His company, NextPoint Training, Inc., provides tools and technology to empower students and educators, including the Elements|ED online learning environment (ElementsED.com). Frank holds a degree in English from Cal Poly State University and has minors in Music and Technical Communication.

Joe Sears
Joe SearsAvid Certified Instructor, Composer, Arranger, Music Industry Educator
Joe Sears
Joe SearsAvid Certified Instructor, Composer, Arranger, Music Industry Educator
Joe Sears is an Audio Engineer/Sound Designer/Composer, and Educator; an industry professional since 1985. After obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (LeMoyne College) along with a minor in Music Theory and Composition (Crouse College at Syracuse University), Joe became a Full Time employee of David Horowitz Music Associates in New York City. Working on film, TV, Radio, Commercial Music and albums with award-winning composers, world-class musicians, vocalists, and voiceover artists (as well as celebrities) in a variety of different genres, Joe has acquired a deep knowledge and understanding in his field. In 2013, Joe became an AVID Certified Pro Tools Instructor, obtaining Expert Level Pro Tools Certification in both Music and Post Production. Joe was an Adjunct Professor at the School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York City, teaching a Sound Design for Animation course. Upon moving back to Syracuse, New York, Joe has been an Adjunct Professor at the Newhouse School of Communications (Syracuse University), as well as the School of Visual and Performing Arts- implementing two Pro Tools suites within the school. He is currently developing audio education programs in the local area, and also continuing his freelance work on several music, film, and media projects.

Carter Jahn
Carter JahnProducer / Engineer
Grammy Winner
Carter Jahn
Carter JahnProducer / Engineer
Grammy Winner
Carter Jahn is a Producer, Engineer, and Mix Engineer based out of Los Angeles, CA. He won a Grammy Award for his Engineering work on The War on Drugs album, ‘A Deeper Understanding’. With years of studio experience, Carter has worked alongside many top Engineers and Producers such as: Shawn Everett, Chris Walla, Francois Tetaz, Brent Kutzle, Damian Taylor, Tommy English and more. Carter now owns a studio called Cherry Studios in North Hollywood where he produces, records and mixes artists.

Alex Thomen
Alex ThomenComposer, Arranger, Music Industry Educator
Alex Thomen
Alex ThomenComposer, Arranger, Music Industry Educator
Alex Thomen is a producer, composer, pianist, mixing engineer, and music educator based in Kansas City. From small-scale chamber groups and rock bands to full symphonic orchestra, Thomen arranges, produces, and mixes for a variety of ensembles and styles. Thomen earned a Bachelor's of Music in Music Composition from Kansas State University and a Masters of Music in Commercial Composition and Arranging from Belmont University. Thomen’s education and experience have helped refine his skills in contemporary music production for Film/TV/Games. From ambient, musical soundscapes to fantastical, orchestral pieces, Thomen’s creative output evokes a vast variety of moods, settings, and themes.

Hannah Madison Taylor
Hannah Madison TaylorSongwriter, Music Supervisor, Composer
Songwriting & Music Instructor
Hannah Madison Taylor
Hannah Madison TaylorSongwriter, Music Supervisor, Composer
Songwriting & Music Instructor
Hannah began her songwriting & production career writing for ad agencies as well record labels. She has written on numerous projects that include Megan Cavallari, Rita Wilson, BeBe Rexha and Ross Vannelli to name a few. She has written, produced, and worked as a music consultant on projects for Sony, MTV, VH1, Secret Road, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group.

Terron Darby
Terron DarbyAvid Expert Instructor
Terron Darby
Terron DarbyAvid Expert Instructor
One of the original Avid Pro Tools Instructors, Terron Darby has been teaching Pro Tools classes since 2002. Along with his training work, Terron is a Music Producer, Pro Audio Systems Solution Architect, and record label owner. Throughout his career, Terron has been an Instructor at Full Sail, DJ, Producer/Engineer, as well as manager of the New York Pro Tools Training Center.

Eric Kuehnl
Eric KuehnlComposer, Sound Designer, Author, Educator
Avid Master Instructor
Eric Kuehnl
Eric KuehnlComposer, Sound Designer, Author, Educator
Avid Master Instructor
Eric Kuehnl is a composer, sound designer, and educator. He is Co-Director of the Music Technology Program at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills, California, the a Director of Partner Programs for NextPoint Training, Inc., and an Avid Master Instructor for Pro Tools and S6. Eric is a certified instructor for both FMOD and Wwise, the two leading game audio middleware tools. His book authoring credits include Pro Tools for Game Audio, Ableton Live 101, and many more. Previously, Eric was an Audio Training Strategist in the Avid Education Department, and a Senior House Engineer for Sony Playstation. He holds a Master's degree from California Institute of the Arts, a Bachelor's degree from Oberlin Conservatory, and studied composition at the Centre Iannis Xenakis in Paris.

John Frye
John FryeMixing Engineer, Grammy Award Winner
Mixing Instructor
John Frye
John FryeMixing Engineer, Grammy Award Winner
Mixing Instructor
Heading up our Studio & Online Mixing dept. is 3-time Grammy Award Winner, John Frye. John is Recording and Mixing Engineer for over 20 years. His work has appeared on over 100 million Albums sold to date. John has won 3 Grammys for his work with Outkast (Stankonia-2001 Best Rap Album, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below-2003 Album Of The Year & Best Rap Album) and has received many additional Grammy nominations. He has worked with Outkast, Lil Jon, Jay Z, R. Kelly, T.I., Pink, Jamie Foxx, Ceelo Green, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Babyface, Toni Braxton, Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, Soulja Boy, Goodie Mob, TLC, Gwen Stephani, as well as countless other Artists, Producers, and Record Labels. John is currently Recording, Mixing, Producing, Writing, and managing new and established Artist Projects along with new movie, television, video and entertainment endeavors.

Charles Dye
Charles DyeMixing Engineer, Producer, Grammy Award Winner, Mixing Instructor
Charles Dye
Charles DyeMixing Engineer, Producer, Grammy Award Winner, Mixing Instructor
Having worked with artists such as Ricky Martin, Jon Bon Jovi, Julio Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, as well as winning a Grammy for Mixing "Livin' La Vida Loca", Charles has also been involved in education with his "Mix It Like A Record" video series.

Josh Harris
Josh HarrisProducer, Composer, Arranger, Remixer, Music Industry Educator
Josh Harris
Josh HarrisProducer, Composer, Arranger, Remixer, Music Industry Educator
Josh is an internationally known producer, composer, engineer, remixer and music industry educator. His credits include artists such as Seal, Madonna, The Killers, and James Murphy (LCD Soundsystem). Classically trained as a pianist and composer, he has always focused on fusing different musical genres, resulting in memorable songs and productions that stay with you long after the first listen.

Mihai Boloni: Avid Certified Instructor

Mihai Boloni : Avid Certified Pro Tools Instructor

Mihai is an Audio Engineer, Producer, Songwriter, and Avid Expert Pro Tools Instructor. He has been and Instructor for Pro Tools since it began in 2002. Since then, he has become one of Avid's most experienced, and in-demand Instructors Worldwide. With a global client base his clients include: include MTV, PBS, NBC, Telemundo, NBC's The Voice's, Turner Networks, Cartoon Network, Atlanta Public School System, as well as some of the top producers, artists, and engineers in Recording Studios and at Record Labels. For over 20 years, Mihai has continued to work as an Audio Engineer, Record Producer, Songwriter (ASCAP), Dog Lover, Record Label Owner, and Expert Level AVID Certified Pro Tools Instructor.
Joe Sears: Avid Certified Instructor

Terron Darby : Avid Expert Instructor / Audio Solutions Architect

One of the original Avid Pro Tools Instructors, Terron Darby has been teaching Pro Tools classes since 2002. Along with his training work, Terron is a Music Producer, Pro Audio Systems Solution Architect, and record label owner. Throughout his career, Terron has been an Instructor at Full Sail, DJ, Producer/Engineer, as well as manager of the New York Pro Tools Training Center.

Eric Kuehnl: Avid Master Instructor

Eric Kuehnl : Avid Master Instructor

Eric Kuehnl is a composer, sound designer, and educator. He is Co-Director of the Music Technology Program at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills, California, the a Director of Partner Programs for NextPoint Training, Inc., and an Avid Master Instructor for Pro Tools and S6.  Eric is a certified instructor for both FMOD and Wwise, the two leading game audio middleware tools. His book authoring credits include Pro Tools for Game Audio, Ableton Live 101, and many more. Previously, Eric was an Audio Training Strategist in the Avid Education Department, and a Senior House Engineer for Sony Playstation. He holds a Master's degree from California Institute of the Arts, a Bachelor's degree from Oberlin Conservatory, and studied composition at the Centre Iannis Xenakis in Paris.
Frank D. Cook: Avid Master Instructor

Frank D. Cook : Avid Master Instructor

Frank D. Cook is a musician, author, educator, and entrepreneur. He has worked in technical publications for over 20 years and is the author of numerous books in pro audio, including multiple titles on Pro Tools for the Avid Learning Series. Frank has been a consultant for Avid Technology for the past 15 years, helping to shape learning initiatives and to develop textbooks and exams for Avid’s official training and certification programs.
Frank has taught Pro Tools courses at Sacramento City College and American River College in Sacramento, California, and is an Avid Master Instructor. He has authored four Pro Tools video training courses for LinkedIn Learning. He also provides all levels of Pro Tools certification for educators worldwide who aspire to become Avid Certified Instructors. His company, NextPoint Training, Inc., provides tools and technology to empower students and educators, including the Elements|ED online learning environment (ElementsED.com).
Frank holds a degree in English from Cal Poly State University and has minors in Music and Technical Communication.

Joe Sears: Avid Certified Instructor

Joe Sears : Avid Certified Pro Tools Instructor

Joe Sears is an Audio Engineer/Sound Designer/Composer, and Educator; an industry professional since 1985. After obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (LeMoyne College) along with a minor in Music Theory and Composition (Crouse College at Syracuse University), Joe became a Full Time employee of David Horowitz Music Associates in New York City. Working on film, TV, Radio, Commercial Music and albums with award-winning composers, world-class musicians, vocalists, and voiceover artists (as well as celebrities) in a variety of different genres, Joe has acquired a deep knowledge and understanding in his field. In 2013, Joe became an AVID Certified Pro Tools Instructor, obtaining Expert Level Pro Tools Certification in both Music and Post Production.
Carter Jahn: Producer / Engineer

Carter Jahn : Producer / Engineer - Grammy Winner

Carter Jahn is a Producer, Engineer, and Mix Engineer based out of Los Angeles, CA. He won a Grammy Award for his Engineering work on The War on Drugs album, ‘A Deeper Understanding’. With years of studio experience, Carter has worked alongside many top Engineers and Producers such as: Shawn Everett, Chris Walla, Francois Tetaz, Brent Kutzle, Damian Taylor, Tommy English and more. Carter now owns a studio called Cherry Studios in North Hollywood where he produces, records and mixes artists.

John Frye: Mix Engineer

John Frye : Mixing Engineer - 3x Grammy Winner

Heading up our Studio & Online Mixing dept. is 3-time Grammy Award Winner, John Frye. John is Recording and Mixing Engineer for over 20 years. His work has appeared on over 100 million Albums sold to date. John has won 3 Grammys for his work with Outkast (Stankonia-2001 Best Rap Album, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below-2003 Album Of The Year & Best Rap Album) and has received many additional Grammy nominations. He has worked with Outkast, Lil Jon, Jay Z, R. Kelly, T.I., Pink, Jamie Foxx, Ceelo Green, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Babyface, Toni Braxton, Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, Soulja Boy, Goodie Mob, TLC, Gwen Stephani, as well as countless other Artists, Producers, and Record Labels. John is currently Recording, Mixing, Producing, Writing, and managing new and established Artist Projects along with new movie, television, video and entertainment endeavors.
Alex Thomen

Alex Thomen : Composer, Arranger, Music Educator

Alex Thomen is a producer, composer, pianist, mixing engineer, and music educator based in Kansas City. From small-scale chamber groups and rock bands to full symphonic orchestra, Thomen arranges, produces, and mixes for a variety of ensembles and styles. Thomen earned a Bachelor's of Music in Music Composition from Kansas State University and a Masters of Music in Commercial Composition and Arranging from Belmont University. Thomen’s education and experience have helped refine his skills in contemporary music production for Film/TV/Games. From ambient, musical soundscapes to fantastical, orchestral pieces, Thomen’s creative output evokes a vast variety of moods, settings, and themes.
Hannah Madison Taylor : Songwriter, Music Supervisor

Hannah Madison Taylor : Songwriter - Music Supervisor - Songwriting & Music Instructor

Hannah began her songwriting & production career writing for ad agencies as well record labels. She has written on numerous projects that include Megan Cavallari, Rita Wilson, BeBe Rexha and Ross Vannelli to name a few.
She has written, produced, and worked as a music consultant on projects for Sony, MTV, VH1, Secret Road, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group.
Charles Dye : Mixing Engineer, Avid Certified Instructor

Charles Dye : Audio Engineer - Recording & Mixing Instructor

Having worked with artists such as Ricky Martin, Jon Bon Jovi, Julio Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, as well as winning a Grammy for Mixing "Livin' La Vida Loca", Charles has also been involved in education with his "Mix It Like A Record" video series.
Josh Harris : Producer, Composer, Music Industry Educator

Josh Harris : Producer - Composer - Music Industry Educator

Josh is an internationally known producer, composer, engineer, remixer and music industry educator.  His credits include artists such as Seal, Madonna, The Killers, and James Murphy (LCD Soundsystem). Classically trained as a pianist and composer, he has always focused on fusing different musical genres, resulting in memorable songs and productions that stay with you long after the first listen.

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Sept 15, 2023: Avid has just announced exciting new features coming soon to Pro Tools: Built-In Noise Reduction with iZotope RX, and the integration of Dolby Atmos Renderer. There are also new features providing deeper interoperability between Media Composer (video editor) and Pro Tools, as well as showing off the new MTRX II audio interface. Let's take a look at what you can expect in the near future.

Several months after exploring its options, Avid Technology was sold to a tech focused private equity firm, STG for $1.4 billion. The good news is critics can finally squash flying rumors that a competitor like Apple is buying it. The newly purchased company is going to be held privately once more, allowing it to NOT have to operate based on appeasing shareholders’ demands. This is great news for Pro Tools Users and again reinforces that Pro Tools is the standard in the industry for commercial recording, editing and mixing.

Audio engineers often use Parallel Compression when mixing Rock and Pop songs. However it's a tool we can use when we’re tracking, mixing, and even in production. Whether it be used digitally in our DAW or Analog, Parallel Compression can help us add some oomph and presence to our initial recording and mixes while still maintaining the dynamics of the original recording. I use parallel compression when tracking in Production frequently. It's very useful to bring things forward in the mix and help tracks cut through.

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Promedia Training is the premier authorized Avid Pro School having certified more students in Pro Tools than any other organization preparing them for a career in audio engineering, recording, mixing and related multimedia training. Whether your a musician, singer, producers, recording engineer, or work in live sound, Promedia can help you take your Pro Tools knowledge to the next level.

We also provide on-site training for corporations and worship facilities where professionals can advance their skills while learning in their own working environment.

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