How to Get Into Music Production in NZ
Most producers learn by making a lot of music and working with other artists. Formal study helps some people, but the work is what counts.
What to learn first
- One DAW, properly
- Arrangement and song structure
- Recording and mic technique
- Mixing basics
- Finishing tracks, not just starting them
Degree or learning by doing?
Degrees and diplomas give structure and access to studios. Learning by doing is cheaper and faster if you can get into real sessions with working artists.
A free way in
Billie No.1 teaches production in real sessions, on real songs, at no cost.
Questions
Do I need a degree to be a music producer?
No. Most producers are judged on their work, not their qualifications.