Full Sail University

What you'll study

Courses concentrate on the systems and processes that underpin live production. Typical areas of study include live audio and sound reinforcement, lighting systems and design, video and projection workflows, stagecraft and rigging fundamentals, digital production tools, production management, and collaborative rehearsal and show run procedures. The programme balances hands-on studio and stage practice with courses that address scheduling, budgeting and crew leadership.

Entry requirements

As a completion programme, applicants are expected to have prior college credit or an accredited associate degree, or equivalent industry experience and training. Applicants should consult the institution’s admissions office to confirm the exact credit transfer policies, any portfolio or technical experience documentation required, and whether specific prerequisite courses must be satisfied before entry.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for mid-level creative and technical roles within live events and entertainment. Common career paths include stage manager, technical director, lighting technician or designer, audio engineer, video/LED systems technician, production manager, touring crew lead, and venue operations coordinator. The programme aims to help students move from hands-on technical roles into positions that combine technical oversight with project and people management.

Scholarships & funding angle

Students should investigate institutional scholarships for transfer and returning students, industry-specific awards from production associations, and employer tuition assistance if currently employed in production. Financial aid offices can outline federal or private loan options and guide applicants on budgeting for equipment and lab or venue fees. Building a concise portfolio of work and documenting professional experience can strengthen applications for merit-based funding.