Samurais of Sound Purple Belt – Music Production Vocational Track – $11,997.00

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Samurais of Sound

Vocational Training Program Service Agreement

This Service Agreement governs participation in the Samurais of Sound Vocational Media Training Program provided by Strawberry Hill Studio, Inc. By enrolling in any program track, you agree to the following terms.

1. Program Overview

Samurais of Sound provides structured vocational training, mentorship, portfolio development, and industry exposure designed to support creative skill development, communication growth, and career exploration in:

  • Voice acting

  • Music production

  • Audio production

  • Creative media

Participants may enroll in a single-track or dual-track vocational program. All tracks operate under this unified agreement.

The program is educational and vocational in nature and does not constitute employment, job placement, or agency representation.

2. No Guarantee of Employment or Career Outcomes

Participation in the program does not guarantee:

  • Casting or bookings

  • Income or earnings

  • Representation

  • Professional placement

  • Career advancement

Creative industry outcomes depend on individual effort, skill development, market demand, and other external factors beyond program control.

All services are provided for educational and vocational development purposes.

3. Participation & Conduct

Participation in coaching sessions, workshops, collaborative activities, and community spaces is voluntary.

Participants agree to:

  • Engage respectfully

  • Maintain professional conduct

  • Support a safe and inclusive learning environment

Samurais of Sound reserves the right to suspend or remove participants whose behavior disrupts the program environment. Refunds are not guaranteed in such cases.

4. Payment & Enrollment Terms

Enrollment secures access to the program for the designated program year.

Unless otherwise stated in writing:

  • Enrollment does not renew automatically

  • Fees are non-refundable once access begins

  • Payment plans must be completed as agreed

  • Continued participation requires adherence to program policies

If enrollment is funded through a third party (Self-Determination, regional center funding, vocational rehabilitation, etc.), participants remain responsible for maintaining funding authorization and communication with their support team.

5. Funding & Third-Party Payment Responsibility

When third-party funding is used:

  • Participants and/or their representatives are responsible for maintaining approved funding

  • Delays or interruptions in funding do not guarantee continued access

  • Samurais of Sound may pause services if payment authorization is not maintained

We will make reasonable efforts to coordinate with support teams but cannot guarantee funding approval or continuity.

6. Limitation of Liability

All training, coaching, and materials are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

Samurais of Sound and Strawberry Hill Studio shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages related to participation, including:

  • Career outcomes

  • Lost opportunities

  • Equipment or technology issues

  • Third-party platforms

  • Funding interruptions

7. Non-Reliance

Participants acknowledge that no coaching, feedback, or program content constitutes a guarantee of professional success, income, or employment.

All instruction and guidance are provided solely for educational and vocational development.

8. Media Release & Promotional Use

By participating in program sessions, events, or recordings, you grant permission for Samurais of Sound and Strawberry Hill Studio to use your name, likeness, voice, image, and submitted materials for educational or promotional purposes.

This may include use in:

  • Websites

  • Social media

  • Program materials

  • Marketing communications

  • Course previews

All usage will be respectful and aligned with program values.

Participants may opt out of promotional use at any time by written request to info@strawberryhillmusic.com . Future use will be adjusted where reasonably possible.

No compensation is provided for promotional use.

9. Participant Content & Intellectual Property

Participants retain ownership of original work they create.

By submitting recordings, performances, or creative materials within the program, you grant Samurais of Sound a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use such materials for:

  • Educational purposes

  • Program promotion

  • Collaborative productions

  • Portfolio or showcase examples

Participant work will not be used for AI voice cloning or synthetic voice training without explicit written consent.

10. Collaborative Projects & Creative Opportunities

Participants may be invited to audition for or contribute to collaborative productions or projects.

Participation is voluntary and does not guarantee casting, compensation, or future opportunities unless explicitly stated in writing for a specific project.

Any compensation or credit for specific projects will be defined separately.

11. Indemnification

Participants agree to indemnify and hold harmless Samurais of Sound, Strawberry Hill Studio, and affiliates from any claims arising from participation, conduct, or misuse of program materials.

12. Governing Law

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California.

Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Marin County, California.

13. Acknowledgment

By enrolling in any Samurais of Sound vocational program track, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Service Agreement.

You understand the program provides vocational training and mentorship designed to support creative development and career exploration but does not guarantee employment or professional outcomes.

🎧 Music Production Vocational Program — What You Receive

A structured year-long vocational training program designed to support career pathways in music production, audio engineering, and media composition.

🎛 Private Career Coaching & Production Training

Participants receive twice-monthly 1:1 coaching sessions with producers and mentors Raj Ramayya and Austin David Coffee.

Sessions provide personalized guidance in vocal performance, music production, recording techniques, artistic development, and portfolio creation aligned with professional music and media pathways.

🎼 Professional Portfolio & Demo Development

Participants develop or update a professional music or vocal production portfolio, including recorded tracks and demo materials suitable for auditions, collaborations, and creative employment opportunities.

Guidance includes composition, recording, editing, and presentation of professional-quality work.

🎧 Industry Stems Project & Remix Experience

Music Track participants receive access to professional production stems from “Encrypted Code Reality” by Raj Ramayya and Akira Yamaoka (Virgin Records release) for structured remix and production training.

This guided project supports real-world workflow development, portfolio creation, and collaborative production experience using authentic industry materials.

🎓 Vocational Workshops & Masterclasses

Enrollment includes access to structured masterclasses led by working composers, producers, and industry professionals covering performance, composition, recording, and career development. Additional workshops remain available at participant rates.

🎧 Comprehensive Training Library & Courses

Participants receive access to an extensive archive of training resources, including 300+ hours of recorded workshops and professional courses in music production, scoring for media, and audio engineering. New training content is released regularly.

🤝 Community Integration & Collaboration

Participants engage in collaborative creative sessions, community hubs, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen communication, teamwork, and confidence within a supportive neurodivergent-affirming environment.

Online and select in-person networking events provide opportunities to connect with peers and working professionals.

🌐 Artist Portfolio & Professional Presence

Participants build a professional artist profile and portfolio to showcase their work, with guidance on presenting music and production skills for collaborations, commissions, and creative opportunities.

🎙 Industry Collaboration Opportunities

Participants may be invited to contribute to collaborative Strawberry Hill Studio productions and creative projects, gaining real-world experience, credits, and portfolio material where appropriate.

🎛 Studio, Production & Technical Training

Participants receive guidance on home studio setup, recording workflows, mixing fundamentals, and production tools, along with access to partner discounts on recommended studio equipment and software.

🏅 Certificate of Completion

Participants who complete the program receive a certificate recognizing vocational training and portfolio development in music production, audio, and creative media.