VDT – the German Association for Audio Professionals
The Verband Deutscher Tonmeister*innen (VDT) is a world leading professional association for audio professionals in the fields of art, media, communication and technology.
Upcoming event: Second VDT Symposium: "What kind of sound engineer does the market need?"
Under the title “What kind of sound engineers does the market need?”, the VDT Symposium organized by the Swiss Regional Group is entering its second round. The event is aimed at career starters, students, and trainees, and will take place at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK). Full details about the program and registration are available here:
About VDT Membership
Counting nearly 2000 members, the VDT ranks among the heavyweights of the industry. If you too would like to become a part of our community, you'll find all the necessary informations here:
The VDT community is not only open to individuals, but also to all relevant companies of the audio industry. Join now and benefit from a vast number of advantages:
Events
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Visit to Dorian Gray Studios
Read full articleGuided tour of the studios and facilities at SRH University
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Board Meeting 10/2026
Read full articleThe Executive Board usually meets online on the first Monday of the month and discusses upcoming issues and ongoing projects. This is a closed meeting to which non-board members are only invited if required and interested.
Our past Activities
The VDT is very active, both with meetings of voluntary working groups and with freely accessible events. These often involve visits to interesting locations combined with specialist presentations or workshops, but also include online and hybrid formats. The events are usually organized by our regional groups and departments. Here is a review of our past events:
Blog
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Promo Zeigermann_Audio
Read full articleAs a premium partner of Schoeps, our sustaining member Zeigermann_Audio is involved in the development of the CMD 42. It combines the characteristic sound quality of all Schoeps capsules with fully digital signal processing.
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AUXeins topics: 3D Audio
Read full articleThe AUXeins Young Professionals Pro Audio Symposium (September 25–26, Leipzig) offers a wide selection of workshops, including those in the field of immersive audio. Participants can choose their own workshops from an extensive list. Book now to take advantage of the full selection!
Overview of the professions in our industry
There are many career opportunities for people interested in sound. Our speakers have compiled a list of the different areas in which we sound professionals work. Are you looking for a career change or the right way to enter the industry? Here you will find suggestions on where your professional journey can take you. If you have any questions, please contact the relevant department. We will be happy to help and advise you!