Source Elements Academy
Learn online, create together.
Gain official certification in Source-Connect 4, Source-Nexus Suite, and advanced remote workflows. Master the remote collaboration tools trusted by major Hollywood studios, post-production houses, and top voiceover talent. Step-by-step courses built for talent, audio engineers, and educational institutions.
Courses
Learn the tools in a professional context
Voice Over Artists
Source-Connect 4 Talent Course
In this online course, you will learn how to use Source-Connect 4 Talent in a professional context, including lessons on audio basics and simple networks.
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Audio Engineers
Source-Connect 4 Studio / Facility Course
In this online course, you will learn about using Source-Connect 4 Studio/Facility in a professional context, including lessons on networks, Restore and Replace, and using Source-Connect with your DAW via the revamped Source-Connect I/O plugin.
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All Users
Source-Nexus Suite
In this online course, you will learn how to use all products in the Source-Nexus Suite in a professional context.
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Voice Over Artists
Advanced Remote Recording Voice Over
In this online course, you will learn advanced remote recording techniques for voice over work, building on Source-Connect 4 Talent fundamentals to handle complex client setups with total confidence.
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Voiceover & ADR Talent
Become a studio-ready remote talent and land major global gigs. Master Source-Connect 4 Talent through targeted voiceover training. Learn essential audio networking, simple port setup, and live session etiquette so you can record broadcast-ready audio live for major global directors with 100% technical confidence.
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Audio Engineers & Post Facilities
Master multi-channel recording, Restore & Replace, and mix-minus setups. Take your facility to the highest standard with the Source-Connect 4 Studio & Facility Course. Learn advanced network traversal, automated Restore & Replace file restoration, and multi-channel surround setups to guarantee flawless client review sessions every time.
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Musicians & Composers
Route, mix, and collaborate globally without leaving your DAW. Master the entire Source-Nexus Suite to build invisible routing bridges across your workstation. Learn how to host live playback sessions, set up automated talkback, and stream pristine mixes straight to remote bandmates and producers.
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Educators & Audio Schools
Integrate industry-standard remote recording into your academic curriculum. Equip your students with career-launching skills by embedding official Source Elements certifications directly into your university, media college, or audio engineering curriculum with dedicated multi-seat access.
Educational programs
Need bulk student licensing or custom curriculum integration? Contact our academic department for campus rates.
Members & partners
Built alongside the industry we serve
Source Elements is an active member and partner across the professional audio, film and broadcast community.
Learn it once, use it on every session.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is Source Elements Academy?
Source Elements Academy is the official online training and certification platform for Source-Connect 4, Source-Nexus Suite, and advanced remote recording workflows. It offers expert-led, self-paced courses for voiceover talent, recording engineers, music producers, and academic institutions—covering audio networking basics, Restore and Replace auto-repair tools, multi-channel DAW inserts, and mix review setups.
Why should I get certified by Source Elements Academy?
Source Elements is the global industry standard for remote recording and client review across film, TV, commercial VO, and music production. Earning an official Academy certification proves to post-production directors, agencies, and sound supervisors that you possess verified technical competency and can execute flawless remote sessions without dropouts or delays.
Are the courses self-paced or do I need to attend live classes?
All courses on Source Elements Academy are 100% online and self-paced. You can log in from anywhere in the world, watch video modules, complete situation-based exercises, and take certification exams on your own schedule.
Do I need a paid Source-Connect or Source-Nexus subscription to take the courses?
Yes and No. You can complete the educational lessons using free trial licenses or free accounts. The courses guide you through downloading and setting up software step-by-step so you can practice directly on your computer. But in order to get the certification, you need to be subscribed so clients, studios and agents know that you are remote ready for any session.
How does Source Elements Academy support academic institutions and universities?
Source Elements Academy provides custom institutional packages for audio engineering colleges, film schools, and voiceover academies. Instructors can integrate our course materials, tracking tools, and official certification exams directly into their semester syllabi.
Certification
The certification program is back.
Sign up today for our new certification class for Source-Connect Standard, Pro and Pro X 3.9, the Source-Nexus I/O free course, or the Advanced Recording course, with more classes on the way.
