Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Recording, Engineering, and Producing)

Union University; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Union University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Music – Commercial Music (Recording, Engineering, and Producing). The candidate will teach courses in Recording Engineering and Production, and supervise student practicums while performing in university ensembles.

The position requires a Master of Music in Commercial Music or related fields and college teaching experience, with ability to work collaboratively in a department focused on a Christian liberal-arts education.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field and college teaching experience required.
• Ability to collaborate in a team leadership setting.
• Capability to teach a range of styles including classical, contemporary worship, jazz.

Responsibilities

• Teach Recording Engineering, Mixing, and Production courses.
• Provide direction and supervision for student recording technology practicums.
• Perform in University ensembles as directed.

Skills

Teaching

Team leadership

Live performance

Adaptability

Education

Master of Music in Commercial Music / Music Technology

Ph.D./D.M.A. preferred

Tools

ProTools

Logic Pro

Mixing consoles

Job description

Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Recording, Engineering, and Producing)

Position Title Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Recording, Engineering, and Producing)

Division

Division College of Arts & Sciences (DIV)

Department

Department Music

Location

Location Jackson

Job Summary

Union University seeks a qualified individual for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Music – Commercial Music (Recording, Engineering, and Producing).

About Union University

Founded in 1823, Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering Bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, with a total enrollment of about 2,600. The main campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Memphis and Hendersonville. A national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education, Union is consistently ranked among the nation’s premier Christian universities.

• Teach Recording Engineering, Mixing, Pre and Post-Production Principles and Techniques. Candidate must have the ability to teach ProTools, Logic, mixing control surfaces, and Commercial Music Business principles.
  • Courses include:
    CMU 210 Commercial Music Theory
    CMU 230 ProTools I: Fundamentals
    CMU 231 ProTools II: Production
    CMU 305 Commercial Music Business
    CMU 300/400 Commercial Music Lab
    CMU 362 Studio Producing, Mixing & Audio
    CMU 462 Advanced Digital Audio Production
    CMU 463 Music Mixing and Post Production
    CMU 391 Practicum I
    CMU 392 Practicum II
    Emphasis in: Recording Engineering and Producing Techniques
    
• Provide direction and supervision for commercial student recording technology practicums as assigned.
• Perform in Faculty and University ensembles as directed.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master of Music degree in Commercial Music, Music Technology, Studio Producing, Jazz Studies, or M.A. in Worship, and experience teaching college-level music and technology is required. This position also requires the ability to work in a team leadership setting and strong collaborative skills. The candidate must also have the ability to perform in a variety of music styles and venues, such as: classical music (orchestral, choral, and chamber music), popular and rock music styles, Contemporary Worship, and jazz or blues.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. or D.M.A. in Commercial Music, Music Technology, Studio Producing, Jazz Studies, or Worship Studies. Extensive credits recording and mastering in various styles and venues, as well as teaching experience at the college level and/or the commercial industry is also preferred.

The work performed by this position is of a general office/administrative/teaching nature. It requires the ability to operate a computer, and communicate on the telephone and in writing. Work performed does require some walking on campus, extended periods of time sitting, and some daily instances of bending, stooping, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.

Posting Number

Posting Number F007P

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