Lecturer - MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Techniques (Fall 2026)

CSU; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Technology in person. Course covers Pro Tools, Waves, microphone techniques, and advanced editing, mixing, and mastering.

Essential responsibilities include hands-on sessions, industry workflows, and student assessments. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in music technology or related field and proficiency with Pro Tools Ultimate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music technology, audio engineering, recording arts, music production, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Pro Tools Ultimate.
• Experience using professional recording studio equipment, microphones, mixers, and DAWs.
• Knowledge of audio signal flow, recording techniques, mixing, mastering, and audio editing.
• Ability to teach hands-on technical skills in a collaborative learning environment.
• Per policy, working in California is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach advanced concepts in digital audio recording using Pro Tools Ultimate software and hardware.
• Instruct students in professional microphone selection, polar patterns, placement techniques, signal flow, cabling, and recording practices.
• Demonstrate the use of analog and digital mixers, audio interfaces, studio hardware, and outboard equipment.
• Teach advanced editing, mixing, mastering, and final mix preparation techniques using industry-standard workflows.
• Provide instruction on Waves plug-ins and other professional audio processing tools.
• Guide students through hands-on recording sessions, studio projects, and collaborative production exercises.
• Integrate current industry resources, online tutorials, and professional audio websites into course instruction.
• Evaluate student performance through practical recording projects, listening exercises, technical demonstrations, and written assessments.

Skills

Pro Tools

Waves plug-ins

Microphone placement

Signal flow

Recording practices

Analog/digital mixers

Audio interfaces

Outboard gear

Editing

Mixing & mastering

Education

Bachelor's degree in music technology or related field

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Pro Tools Ultimate

Job description

MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Techniques

• Position: Lecturer
• Semester: Fall 2026
• Day/Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, from 1:30 to 3:20 p.m.
• Modality: In-person
• College: College of Humanities, Arts, behavioral and Social Sciences
• Department: Music

The Department of Music at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach MUSC 311: Advanced Recording Technology.

Course Description

Continuation of the study of recording techniques. Includes advanced use of Pro Tools editing software and WAVES plug-in effects, microphone placement, and recording in both a studio and concert setting. Particular attention to advanced editing, mixing and mastering techniques.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach advanced concepts in digital audio recording using Pro Tools Ultimate software and hardware.
• Instruct students in professional microphone selection, polar patterns, placement techniques, signal flow, cabling, and recording practices.
• Demonstrate the use of analog and digital mixers, audio interfaces, studio hardware, and outboard equipment.
• Teach advanced editing, mixing, mastering, and final mix preparation techniques using industry-standard workflows.
• Provide instruction on Waves plug-ins and other professional audio processing tools.
• Guide students through hands-on recording sessions, studio projects, and collaborative production exercises.
• Integrate current industry resources, online tutorials, and professional audio websites into course instruction.
• Evaluate student performance through practical recording projects, listening exercises, technical demonstrations, and written assessments.

Minimum qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in music technology, audio engineering, recording arts, music production, or a closely related field; or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Pro Tools Ultimate.
• Experience using professional recording studio equipment, microphones, mixers, and digital audio workstations.
• Knowledge of audio signal flow, recording techniques, mixing, mastering, and audio editing.
• Ability to teach hands-on technical skills in a collaborative learning environment.
• Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications

• Master of Music or equivalent advanced degree
• Teaching experience at the college, university, or professional training level.
• Current professional experience in recording, mixing, mastering, music production, post-production, or live sound.
• Experience with current plug-ins and other industry-standard audio software.
• Familiarity with current trends in music production and digital audio technology.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month
• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

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Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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