Program Overview

Mixing & Mastering Award

Program Overview

Designed for producers who are already building tracks, our 3-month Mixing & Mastering Award will give you all the skills you need to finalize your mixes and release professional sounding tracks independently. You’ll work up your mixing and mastering chops alongside our industry professional college instructors who have worked with the likes of Skrillex, Crystal Method, Sting, Shaggy, Tori Amos, and more.

Throughout this program, you'll use the latest industry tech on Apple iMac M1 workstations equipped with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Push, NI Komplete, Roland Cloud, and more. You'll attend guest masterclasses from the likes of Yeti Beats (Doja Cat), Chris Fudurich (Pitbull), and John Greenham (Billie Eilish). By the end of the program, you will be ready and required to master your own projects to complete the program. At pointblank, we make it our priority to connect you to the music industry as you begin your journey and engage our students with free masterclasses, events, and networking opportunities.

Key Info

• Duration: 1 Term
• Start dates: July 2025, October 2025, and more
• Timetable: Two 4-hour classes each week for 10 weeks. Daytime, evening, and weekend slots available.

Fees

• Payment in full: $4,895
• Registration fee + balance: $200 reg fee + balance of $4,695
• Registration fee + monthly payments: $200 reg fee + $1,695 per month

Accommodation

While we don't offer on-campus housing, we work with trusted partners to help you find safe, comfortable student housing that fits your needs and budget. Whether you're looking for short-term housing or apartment rental, there are plenty of options—many fully furnished and equipped with high-speed internet and secure access.

Our Student Services team is here to offer support and guidance as you search for the right place. Check out our Accommodation & Transportation page to explore your options, and don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any help!

Courses

• Art of Mixing
• Audio Mastering

Student Spotlight

Producer Bryan Dotel, a Latin GRAMMY-nominee and pointblank LA alum, produced his first single Aventura ft. Ilegales at age 17. Hailing from the Dominican Republic, he moved to LA after high school to study at pointblank, where he produced the hit Mejor Así off the Ilegales Tropicalia album, garnering a nod for Best Tropical Fusion Album at the 2019 Latin GRAMMYS. After graduating from pointblank LA, Bryan has continued his success as an in-demand Tropical Reggaeton producer, including amassing more than a million views on YouTube.

Expert Instructors

• David Aguila: Audio Mastering
• Markman: Composition & Mixing
• Sweatson Klank: Music Production & Mixing

Included with Program

Students in this program receive software included with tuition and enjoy exclusive discounts, including:

• 50% off Ableton Live Suite
• 50% off MSRP on NI Komplete 14 or Komplete 14 Ultimate
• 70% off Eventide plugins
• 55% off Roland Cloud Ultimate

Career Opportunities

This course opens up a multitude of career opportunities, including:

• Music Producer
• DJ
• Artist/Performer
• Music Publisher
• Artist Manager
• Remixer
• A&R Label Manager
• Sound Designer
• Recording Engineer
• Mix Engineer
• Game Composer

Admission Requirements

Admission into any college-level program at pointblank requires that the prospective student:

• Be 18 years of age or older (under age 18 may be accepted only with signed parental consent)
• Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent
• Be provided a current pointblank Music School Catalog
• Sign a School Performance Fact Sheet and an Enrollment Agreement for their program

FAQ

• Are there any admission requirements? (See above)
• What equipment do I need to buy? None at all! Every pointblank student has access to their own fully-equipped workstation in class and during their practical studio work outside of class time.
• When are the classes scheduled? For most 10-week courses within in this program, classes meet once per week for 4 hours (with a 15-minute break included) at one of the following session times:
  • 10:00am – 2:00pm (Morning Session)
  • 2:30pm – 6:30pm (Afternoon Session)
  • 7:00pm – 11:00pm (Evening Session)
• Do you provide student housing? Our students have many options for housing accommodations near pointblank Los Angeles. Please visit our Student Accommodation page or Contact an Admissions Advisor for more info.
• I work full time. Can I enroll? Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments.
• I'm an international student. Can I enroll? International students have different options for attending pointblank classes depending on their country of origin. These include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more. We do not offer F or M student visas at this time.