Adjunct Faculty: Audio Recording and Music Technology

Bunker Hill Community College; United States; On-site; USD 1,770,000 - 2,394,000; Part time

Job summary

Bunker Hill Community College is seeking Adjunct Faculty to teach music technology courses including Audio Recording I, Introduction to Music Technology, Live Sound, and Audio Recording II. Courses are at BHCC and partner facilities, with evenings scheduled and setup/teardown time included.

Applicants should have advanced credentials, teaching experience, and Pro Tools fluency. Salary is paid per credit hour, with potential for future semesters and continued opportunities in teaching diverse

Qualifications

• Master's degree in music or bachelor's degree in music plus documented comparable experience.
• Teaching experience in music.
• Demonstrated fluency with Avid Pro Tools.
• Proven ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach MUS 175 Audio Recording I, MUS 171 Introduction to Music Technology, MUS 177 Live Sound and MUS 275 Audio Recording II as offered.
• Conduct classes at BHCC and The Record Co facilities; manage studio-based instruction.
• Prepare course materials, assessments, and provide feedback to students.
• Engage in service with the Music Department and participate in cross-campus collaboration.

Education

Master's degree in Music

Bachelor's degree in Music with relevant experience

Teaching experience in music

Demonstrated fluency with Avid Pro Tools

Tools

Avid Pro Tools

Job description

Bunker Hill Community College is looking to hire Adjunct Faculty to teach for the Audio Recording and Music Technology classes listed below.

MUS 175 Audio Recording I

As part of the partnership between BHCC and The Record Co at their facilities at 960 Massachusetts Ave Boston MA. Classes meet on Tuesdays from 6-8:45 PM.

Course description: This course offers a focused study of the foundational principles and techniques of audio recording in the studio. Through hands on creative projects students gain experience in various stages of the recording process. Course topics include skills such as signal flow, equipment operation, and microphone placement especially as related to recording a single performer or small group.

Schedule Consideration: The class involves setup and breakdown time before/after class. Faculty will be compensated for 30 minutes prior and 15 minutes after class (ie 5:30-9 PM) total schedule commitment.

MUS 171 Introduction to Music Technology

At the main BHCC Charlestown Campus 250 New Rutherford Ave. Class day and time are to be determined.

Course description: This course serves as an introduction to the use of technology in the creation of music. Using digital audio software students learn the basics of sound manipulation, including sequencing, editing, synthesis, and mixing. Additional course topics include the properties of sound, basic recording technology, and music notation software. This course is designed for both music majors and non majors. Potential to teach in future semesters.

MUS 177 Live Sound

MUS 275 Audio Recording II

Requirements

• Master's degree in music or bachelor's degree in music plus documented comparable experience
• Teaching experience in music
• Demonstrated experience at the professional level as an engineer or producer in a recording studio environment
• Demonstrated fluency with Avid Pro Tools
• Proven ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population

Preferred Requirements

• Experience at the professional level as a live sound technician
• Experience with college teaching

Additional Information

Salary 1512 Per Credit Hour. Review Date open until filled.

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Please note that as a condition of employment the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.