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ProMedia Training 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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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) in our week-long Pro Tools Training Workshops-Certified Avid Training.

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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. 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. 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 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.

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.

Bonnie BakerSongwriter, Producer
Songwriting Coach

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 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 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 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 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 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.

Terron Darby : Avid Expert Instructor / Audio Solutions Architect

Eric Kuehnl : 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 Pro Tools Instructor

John Frye : Mixing Engineer - 3x Grammy Winner

Alex Thomen : Composer, Arranger, Music Educator

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.

Bonnie Baker : Songwriter, Music Industry Educator

Bonnie Baker : Songwriter - Producer, Songwriting Coach

One of the most respected Songwriters in Nashville, Bonnie has written, and produced, some of the biggest artist in music including Hunter Hayes, Rachel Platten, Billy Ray Cyrus, SheDaisy, and many, many more. She moved to Nashville in 1992 to learn how to write songs. Joining ASCAP in 1993 she became aware of the long road from paper to radio. Baker signed a publishing deal in 1997 with a small independent publishing company, McSpadden Smith Music Publishing. Big Deal Music Publishing purchased Baker's Play Fairchild Publishing interest in October 2015. Bonnie Baker has learned from some of the best songwriters that the world has to offer. She still works daily to be better at her craft. Her passion is living a creative life. After 23 years of writing she feels like she is just now getting started. Her hobbies are music and reading great books. Not much has changed since age five.

Charles Dye : Mixing Engineer, Avid Certified Instructor

Charles Dye : Audio Engineer - Recording & Mixing Instructor

Josh Harris : Producer - Composer - Music Industry Educator

WHAT THEY SAYTESTIMONIALSOUR GREAT CLIENTS

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Been a Professional Touring Musician and FOH Engineer for 30 years.
Been a Pro Tools User since 2008. Mihia showed me more in 6 days then I learned in 12 years from other people and youtube. Hands on and very patience to answer questions not even class related . Very Personal team who cares. Look forward to getting my workflow where I need it and learning more from Pro Media. Yes I will take any class they will teach. I recommend them to everyone who is serious about Pro Tools and the product they put out. He is a Midi Master. Not only does it help me in the Studio but things I learned Also Helped me understand a few thing in the FOH World.

Kris Eddins

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My live, online course for Pro Tools 101/110 was a superb experience! I learned so many things in a very organized fashion. Our instructor, Mihai Boloni, is a seasoned veteran of the recording industry, and he presented tools and concepts using practical examples. It was a lot of material to cover in only six classes, but I now have a strong foundation upon which to improve my Pro Tools skills. I plan on taking the certification exam soon.I expect I’ll retire next year and plan on helping school music groups (pro bono) and local bands make and/or refine recordings. I can now arrange and mix many years of my band's WAV files that have been "gathering dust" on a storage drive.

I am looking forward to expanding my capabilities. Who knows…I may become an overnight success at age 65.Many thanks for responding so quickly to my initial online inquiry and getting me started on my audio engineer quest.

Nick Ricco

"I want to thank you for your time the past several days, especially for the post production aspect of the training. I admire your approach to teaching and patience, as well as to your knowledge on Pro Tools (and audio/signal/experience in general). You have definitely advanced my knowledge and expertise in the short time we spent together and I hope to be on your level someday. I’m also inspired to start making more music too!"

Steve Williams

"With Dan’s excellent training I learned an amazing amount of content and became User and Operator certified. Dan Faber is a true asset to Promedia and I would give him the highest marks as an exceptional instructor. From Dan’s experience with teaching Pro Tools classes, he is able to focus his discussions on the topics that are most relevant and helpful for the student’s understanding of the material as well as for certification test preparation."

Daniel Howes

"I got my user certification from another institution, the instructor there had the concepts down for training, but the difference between the two schools is night and day. The biggest difference was the instructors at Promedia. I passed my operator exam, and some of the little details in the instruction made this much easier. He has little tips and tricks to remember some of teh short-cuts and hot keys in Pro Tools.

Bryan Sansom

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In-Person Class Los Angeles:
March 30, 31, April 1, 2
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Register: 888-277-0457

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Who We Are

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.