
Creative Media
A course by
SAE Creative Media Institute
A highly practical NZQA Level 5 diploma providing hands-on training in audio production, studio and live sound, sound design, and creative industry readiness. Ideal for those seeking careers in the audio, music, and broadcast sectors.
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing


Develop essential hands-on skills in studio and live sound production, including multi-track recording, use of audio technologies, and mixing.

Understand and practice analogue/digital audio theory, microphone techniques, signal processing, and effects in both studio and live settings.
The Diploma in Audio Production at SAE New Zealand immerses students in a collaborative, studio-based environment, covering analogue and digital console theory, live and studio recording, sound design, and post-production. With expert lecturers as mentors, students engage in hands-on projects, acquire technical and creative skills across multiple audio disciplines, and prepare for industry roles in game audio, radio, studio engineering, sound design, and more. The course is NZQA Level 5 accredited and the pathway to the Bachelor of Audio Production.
Entry Requirements
See domestic and international entry requirements on the provider's website


SAE New Zealand is an Auckland-based creative media school with a global reputation and over 40 years of history developing working professionals in audio, music production, screen, and songwriting. Their courses are hands-on and studio-based, taught by industry practitioners in purpose-built facilities — and as part of a worldwide network spanning campuses across four continents, the qualification you earn here carries weight far beyond New Zealand.

Creative Media
A course by
SAE Creative Media Institute
A highly practical NZQA Level 5 diploma providing hands-on training in audio production, studio and live sound, sound design, and creative industry readiness. Ideal for those seeking careers in the audio, music, and broadcast sectors.
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing


Develop essential hands-on skills in studio and live sound production, including multi-track recording, use of audio technologies, and mixing.

Understand and practice analogue/digital audio theory, microphone techniques, signal processing, and effects in both studio and live settings.
The Diploma in Audio Production at SAE New Zealand immerses students in a collaborative, studio-based environment, covering analogue and digital console theory, live and studio recording, sound design, and post-production. With expert lecturers as mentors, students engage in hands-on projects, acquire technical and creative skills across multiple audio disciplines, and prepare for industry roles in game audio, radio, studio engineering, sound design, and more. The course is NZQA Level 5 accredited and the pathway to the Bachelor of Audio Production.
Entry Requirements
See domestic and international entry requirements on the provider's website


SAE New Zealand is an Auckland-based creative media school with a global reputation and over 40 years of history developing working professionals in audio, music production, screen, and songwriting. Their courses are hands-on and studio-based, taught by industry practitioners in purpose-built facilities — and as part of a worldwide network spanning campuses across four continents, the qualification you earn here carries weight far beyond New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Auckland, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing


Create and edit audio assets for screen, including foley, ADR, and sound design for varied formats.

In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Auckland, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing


Create and edit audio assets for screen, including foley, ADR, and sound design for varied formats.
