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The Florida Institute of Recording, Sound and Technology (F.I.R.S.T. School) offers educational programs and cutting-edge facilities that specialize in the exciting fields of Recording Arts and Film and Video Production. The F.I.R.S.T School is located in Orlando, FL and offers extensive hands-on programs with real-word experience, small class sizes and flexible scheduling. All courses are taught by leading industry professionals in their fields and F.I.R.S.T. graduates can be found worldwide working in major media companies, production facilities, radio and TV stations and beyond - making their mark in this rapidly growing industry. The F.I.R.S.T. School mission is to prepare students for a successful career in the field of digital media while ensuring the highest quality education and learning experience. The F.I.R.S.T. School is dedicated to its hands-on experience, learning philosophy and continual advancement in technology.

The F.I.R.S.T. School was established in 2004 by Directors Donney Smith and Alan Forbes. Before opening the school, Donney and Alan were responsible for hiring audio engineers and videographers professionally. During that time, they realized that most candidates lacked the basic skills required for entry-level employment. They then came together with the idea that they could make a huge difference in student development.

Programs offered by the F.I.R.S.T. School are unique and highly successful - based on the philosophy of providing students with all the technical skills, experience and knowledge for the student to gain entry-level employment and embark on a successful career in the many fields in the Digital Media industry today. These concepts have been integrated into each program to provide each student with the opportunity to apply technical skills learned in the classroom to real-world work experience in established and professional environments. Each program begins with basic orientation lessons and moves into skilled techniques and exercises using hands-on techniques in real working environments.

The F.I.R.S.T. School is located in beautiful Orlando, Florida and is home to a growing market in digital media. Its 6,300 square foot facility provides several fully-equipped, functional and up-to-date audio recording studios, film and video editing suites, a large sound stage, live rooms, computer labs with individual workstations, and conference room. Rooms were designed to facilitate positive and creative team working and learning environments, as well as facilitate open class discussions. Rooms and computers are updated on a regular basis to ensure students are trained on the newest software, systems and gear in the industry.

The F.I.R.S.T. School offers a behind the scenes tour every Tuesday and Thursday and has an Open House every other month. You can learn more or request more information at startatfirst.com and you can find them on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Orlando-FL/The-FIRST-School/100915837573?ref=ts