Visiting Faculty in Music - Sound Design

100 Miami University; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Miami University seeks a Visiting Faculty member in Music to teach Sound Design for live and recorded applications in Spring 2027. The instructor will blend artistic vision with hands‑on industry practice, guiding students through sound reinforcement, recording, editing, mixing, and the integration of sound technologies in performances and multimedia projects.

The candidate should bring professional experience in live sound and studio recording, and proficiency with Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Technology, Audio Production, Sound Design, Recording Arts, or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Teaching experience at college level or mentoring students is a plus.
• Professional experience in both live sound production and studio recording.
• Familiarity with Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or comparable platforms.
• Experience with sound design for theater, opera, film, multimedia, or interdisciplinary performance.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate students the fundamentals of sound design for live and recorded applications.
• Provide hands‑on instruction in microphone placement, signal flow, and mixing consoles.
• Introduce students to DAWs, multitrack recording, editing, mixing, and basic mastering.
• Develop projects involving live sound reinforcement, studio recording, and multimedia sound design.
• Instruct on setup, operation, and troubleshooting of professional audio equipment.
• Integrate creative sound design with technical training and collaborative production.
• Assess student progress through assignments and demonstrations of technical proficiency.
• Promote safe, professional practices in recording studios and live environments.

Skills

Live sound

Studio recording

Sound design

Audio engineering

DAW proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music or related field

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Ableton Live

Job description

Job Title Visiting Faculty in Music - Sound Design Department Music Department JM Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Period Activity Pay Benefit Eligible No

Job Description Summary

The Department of Music seeks a qualified instructor to teach a course in Sound Design, with an emphasis on both live sound production and recorded audio, in Spring semester 2027. The course will introduce students to the artistic, technical, and practical applications of sound design across music performance, theatrical production, multimedia, and contemporary audio environments.

Job Description

The Department of Music seeks a qualified instructor to teach a course in Sound Design, with an emphasis on both live sound production and recorded audio, in Spring semester 2027. The course will introduce students to the artistic, technical, and practical applications of sound design across music performance, theatrical production, multimedia, and contemporary audio environments. The successful candidate will combine creative expertise with practical industry experience, providing students with hands‑on instruction in sound reinforcement, recording techniques, audio editing, mixing, and the integration of sound technologies into live and recorded productions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate students the fundamental principles and practices of sound design for live and recorded applications.
• Provide hands‑on instruction in microphone selection and placement, signal flow, mixing consoles, audio interfaces, and sound reinforcement systems.
• Introduce students to digital audio workstations (DAWs), multitrack recording, audio editing, mixing, and basic mastering techniques.
• Develop practical projects involving live sound reinforcement, studio recording, and sound design for performance and multimedia.
• Instruct students in the setup, operation, and troubleshooting of professional audio equipment.
• Integrate creative sound design concepts with technical training, emphasizing critical listening, artistic decision‑making, and collaborative production.
• Evaluate student progress through practical assignments, projects, and demonstrations of technical proficiency.
• Promote safe and professional practices in recording studios and live performance environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must possess one of the following: A bachelor's degree in Music, Music Technology, Audio Production, Sound Design, Recording Arts, or a closely related field; or A bachelor’s degree in any discipline and relevant professional industry experience in sound design, audio engineering, recording, or live sound production that demonstrates equivalent technical knowledge and practical expertise.
• Consideration may be given to candidates with: Previous teaching experience at the college level or experience mentoring students or emerging audio professionals.
• Professional experience in both live sound production and studio recording.
• Familiarity with industry‑standard software such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or comparable platforms.
• Experience with sound design for theater, opera, film, multimedia, or interdisciplinary performance.
• Knowledge of contemporary audio technologies, including digital mixing systems, playback software, and networked audio.

Additional Position Information

Additional Position Information (if applicable) Required Application Documents Cover letter Resume/CV Special Instructions (if applicable) None Additional Information

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV

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