Music Production Subject Matter Expert

Mediabistro; Lakewood (CO); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading institution seeks an Online Adjunct Faculty member for Music Business and Audio Recording. The role involves creating course content, teaching essential audio production techniques, and preparing students for careers in the music industry. Ideal candidates will have an MA or MFA and teaching experience in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years teaching experience, preferably in college-level and online settings.
• Residence in CO, CA, FL, NY, MT, TX, or VA.

Responsibilities

• Develop course content and media related to music business and audio production.
• Collaborate with the department chair and provide regular progress updates.
• Create organized presentations and assignments consistent with course outcomes.

Skills

Proficiency in industry-standard production processes

Recording

Editing

Mixing

Education

MA or MFA in Music Business or related field

Job description

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT - MUSIC BUSINESS, AUDIO RECORDING + PRODUCTION Position :

Online Adjunct Faculty Target Salary :

The role involves developing course content and media related to music business, audio recording, and production, including multimedia sound production. The curriculum covers foundational and core courses where students learn industry competencies such as recording, editing, and mixing sound for multimedia projects, aligning with current industry practices. The program emphasizes applied projects integrating technical, organizational, and creative skills, teaching industry-standard software and sound production techniques for various media including music, dialogue, Foley, ADR, sound effects, and music sequencing. Special focus is given to sound mixing for visual media, radio, and podcasts, with instruction informed by music cognition, auditory scene analysis, and digital audio theory. Students in music business courses will gain an understanding of industry trends, career options, content production, pre- and post-production processes, and related legal and financial aspects. The coursework includes lectures and exercises on music industry operations, artist rights, accounting, and professional development, aiming to prepare students for careers in the field. About RMCAD

RMCAD is committed to its mission that “Our students come first,” fostering a diverse, inclusive, and dynamic environment that values multiple perspectives and ideas. The college promotes creativity, academic excellence, societal evolution, civility, and social justice, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds dedicated to these principles. Primary Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Music Production Department chair to plan, schedule, and execute course development within 12-week timelines. Develop detailed course content for an 8-week term, aligned with online instructional standards. Provide regular updates on course development progress to the Department Chair and instructional designers. Create organized presentations, discussion prompts, assignments, and critique formats consistent with contemporary music pedagogy and course outcomes. Qualifications

MA, MFA, or substantial professional experience in Music Business and Audio Recording & Production. Residence in AZ, CA, CO, FL, NY, MT, TX, or VA. Proficiency in industry-standard production, recording, editing, and mixing processes. Minimum of two years teaching experience; college-level and online teaching experience preferred. How to Apply

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your cover letter, CV, examples of professional work (website or digital portfolio of three relevant projects), and optionally, student work, via the online application link. PDF format is preferred; file size limit is 5MB.

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