Audio Description Training Retreats

 

Click here for information on our upcoming 2025 classes!

 

Audio Description Training Retreats provides affordable, unique, and high-quality virtual training experiences in the art of Audio Description (AD). Our classes are continually updated to reflect current trends in the industry, and maintain an emphasis on individual practice time, peer and expert feedback, and networking with fellow participants and industry professionals. 

 

Audio Description Training Retreats (ADTR) utilizes a virtual platform to maintain affordable, accessible, and high quality training celebrating blind and sighted professionals in all areas of the Audio Description industry. The Audio Description (AD) field is growing rapidly, and ADTR is committed to meeting the evolving needs of international professionals head-on.  

 

Our education offerings focus on:

• Continuous updates to materials to reflect current trends

• Small class sizes to maximize individual practice time 

• Peer and expert feedback 

• Grounding in AD industry fundamentals, followed by continuing education to hone expertise in specific live and pre-recorded AD professions 

• Ongoing access to resources and networking with fellow participants and industry professionals

• Incorporating feedback and consulting with individuals active in the AD fields 

• Providing opportunities for underrepresented community members to increase cultural competency and authentic representation in description

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The AD industry is growing rapidly, and ADTR remains committed to giving each participant a strong foundation in all aspects of this service. Providing historical context, disability awareness, and a safe space for discussion and practice is an essential part of all ADTR offerings. ADTR classes begin with the fundamentals and then delve deeper into more specific skill sets involving film, TV, live performances, art, and more.

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To learn more about us, our history, and our mission, go to About Us.

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For details about courses and what is covered in our curriculum, see What We Offer.

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To get in touch for details, applications, information, or to sponsor a student, contact us here!

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To view Frequently Asked Questions, visit our FAQ page.

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ADTR is consistently innovating and will be continuing to partner with colleagues and companies to increase the number of working high quality AD professionals in 2025!