What does a Sound Engineer do?

You record, edit and mix sound for various media.

What education does Sound Engineer require?

College of Higher Education (36 months)

How much does a Sound Engineer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 52'000, mid ~CHF CHF 70'000 per year (approximate).

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Sound Engineer

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Sound engineers are responsible for recording, editing, and mixing audio. They work in recording studios, at live events, in film or radio, and ensure optimal sound quality. They operate complex audio equipment and are knowledgeable in acoustics and signal processing.

Entry

~CHF 52'000

CHF 4'333/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 70'000

CHF 5'833/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 95'000

CHF 7'917/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration36 months

Your path to Sound Engineer

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Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Basic training first

3–4 years

Work Experience

Gain experience

1–2 years

College of Higher Education

Advanced specialization

2–3 years

Career Start

HF Diploma

Starting salary: CHF 52'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics4/10

🔬 Science4/10

💻 IT7/10

🔧 Manual5/10

🎨 Artistic6/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands3/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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