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2026 Pro Tools Certification Calendar
Live-Online AVID Learning

Dolby Atmos Certification: Sept 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
PT101+110 Nights: Sept 14, 15, 17, 21, 22, 24, 28, 29
PT101+110 Wkend: Sept 19, 20, 26, 27, Oct 3, 4 (SOLD OUT)
PT101+110 Wkend: Oct 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
PT101+110 Wkday: Oct 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23
PT101+110 Nights: Nov 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24
PT101+110 Wkend: Nov 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
PT201+210Music Wkend: Nov 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
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In-Person Los Angeles ( 32 hrs, 10am-6pm PST)
PT101+110: Sept 10, 11, 12, 13 (SOLD OUT)
PT101+110: Oct 8, 9, 10, 11
PT101+110: Nov 5, 6, 7, 8
PT101+110: Dec 3, 4, 5, 6
Register: 888-277-0457

SSL Certified Mixing Masterclass
Sept 19, 20, 26, 27 (live-online)
Nov 14, 15, 21, 22 (live-online)
1pm - 5pm EST / 10am - 2pm PST

Upcoming Pro Tools Training

Live Online Pro Tools Certifications
AVID Learning Partner Calendar
Dolby Atmos Certification: Sept 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
PT101+110 Night: Sept 14, 15, 17, 21, 22, 24, 28, 29
PT101+110 Wkend: Sept 19, 20, 26, 27, Oct 3, 4 (SOLD OUT)
PT101+110 Wkend: Oct 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
PT101+110 Wkday: Oct 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23
PT101+110 Night: Nov 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24
PT101+110 Wkend: Nov 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
P201+210Music Wkend: Nov 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22

3–4 hrs per class / 6–8 Day Course

In-Person Los Angeles (32 hrs. 10am–6pm PT)
PT101+PT110: Sept 10, 11, 12, 13  (SOLD OUT)
PT101+PT110: Oct 8, 9, 10, 11
PT101+PT110: NOv 5, 6, 7, 8
PT101+PT110: Dec 3, 4, 5, 6

SEE MORE DATES

Mixing in Pro Tools: SSL Certified 
Sept 19, 20, 26, 27 (live-online)
Nov 14, 15, 21, 22 (live-online)
1pm - 5pm EST / 10am - 2pm PST

Register: 888-277-0457

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Welcome back for part 2 of our interview with Randall Foster, VP of Business Development at Symphonic Distribution. We discuss different aspects of the music business such as Publishing, Sync, Marketing, Media Distribution, as well as the future of our industry.


We are in Nashville to talk with Randall Foster, VP of Business Development, for Symphonic Distribution. Having started his career as a music teacher, Randall found a path that allows him to help artists, songwriters, and musicians get their music out into the world. A true 21st century music company, Symphonic helps independent artist and labels that need a team in their corner. Having previously been with Ole Publishing, as the head of Creative Sync & Licensing, Randall's experience on the business end of music is second-to-none.


We interview Multi-Platinum and Billboard #1 songwriter Bonnie Baker. Selling over 20 Million records, and having written song for artist such as Hunter Hayes, Rachel Platten, Reba McEntire, Rascal Flatts, Katrina Elam, and many more, Bonnie shares her insight on the craft of songwriting.


Enjoy ProMedia Training's up-close interview with Platinum and Multi-Award Winning Songwriters, Musicians, Producers, and Audio Engineers, Kevin and Kane Churko.This father and son team is highly  unique, in that  they  Write, Produce, Engineer and Mix Mega-Hit Records with Pro Tools being at the heart of it all. It shows the importance of being versatile in today's music. These guys didn't go to Audio Engineering or Music Colleges. Shows how  sweat equity and commitment  to your  craft  can really pay off. While discuss we the art of Music Production, get an intimate glimpse into their process, mentality, and workflow of two of the most prolific Producers in the music industry. Join us behind the console.


We are delighted to bring you an exclusive interview with Alan Parsons. Hosted by our very own Jenna Drey, Alan discusses his career as an Engineer, Producer, & accomplished Musician. You'll also hear about exclusive Art & Science of Sound Recording Workshop courses Alan teaches hands-on.