Women's Audio Mission
Women's Audio Mission is an organization that empowers women and gender-expansive individuals through audio technology and music production training, offering programs like WAM Academy and Local Sirens.
WAM Academy Training Program
Women's Audio Mission, through its WAM Academy, offers a formalized training program that covers essential skills in audio production and studio recording. The Academy's courses focus on providing participants with a solid foundation in basic audio production principles, as well as hands-on experience in a professional studio environment. This program aims to equip women and gender-expansive individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers in the audio and music industry.
Local Sirens Performance Series
The Local Sirens program is a free quarterly performance series organized by Women's Audio Mission. This initiative supports Bay Area women and gender-expansive musicians by offering them a platform to showcase their talents. The program emphasizes community engagement and provides opportunities for local artists to gain visibility and experience performing in front of live audiences.
Professional Recording Studio
Women's Audio Mission operates the only professional recording studio in the world built and run entirely by women and gender-expansive staff. This unique studio provides a space where underrepresented individuals in the audio industry can work in a supportive and empowering environment. The studio offers professional recording services and serves as a training ground for aspiring audio engineers and producers.
Artist Recording Residencies
Women's Audio Mission hosts artist recording residencies that offer local BIPOC women and gender-expansive artists free recording services and mentoring. These residencies provide artists with the resources and support needed to develop their creative projects. Mentoring from experienced professionals also helps these artists to refine their skills and advance their careers in the music industry.
Internship Programs
Women's Audio Mission offers comprehensive internship programs that provide participants with hands-on training, work experience, career counseling, and job placement in creative technology fields. These internships are designed to help women and gender-expansive individuals gain valuable industry experience and transition into professional roles within the audio and music sectors.