Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity’s Audio Recording Engineer: BMiR 2027 is an intensive, hands-on program advancing technical and creative skills in studio and live audio engineering.
Funder: Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Total program fee: $11,713.80 CAD; typical scholarship reduces participant cost to $3,682.35 CAD; Canadian Indigenous applicants may receive full support.
Summary: An intensive, hands-on professional development program for emerging audio engineers, combining mentorship, studio and live recording, and industry networking at Banff Centre.
Key Information: Applicants must attend the program in-person and obtain a Canadian Visitor Visa; program is not eligible for a student visa.
This immersive professional training opportunity is designed for emerging audio recording engineers seeking to deepen their technical and creative expertise. Hosted by Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, the program integrates mentorship from internationally recognized faculty, hands-on experience in both live and studio recording sessions, and exposure to diverse musical genres. Participants collaborate with musicians, develop advanced recording and post-production skills, and gain insight into current industry trends. The program emphasizes networking, communication strategies with artists, and professional practice within a vibrant artistic community, all supported by access to state-of-the-art studio facilities.