Instructor of Songwriting

Instructor of Songwriting

University of Colorado Denver – Faculty, Full Time, FTE 1.0. Salary range: $55,000–$60,000. Position #

– Requisition #38464.

Start date:

August 2026.

Music & Entertainment Industry Studies (MEIS) at CU Denver offers music industry programs with a contemporary focus, including songwriting, production, and business. Students develop skills in contemporary songwriting and the modern music business.

As a Songwriting Instructor you will teach core and advanced courses, mentor aspiring professionals, and contribute to a program focused on the contemporary music industry.

• Teaching load: 12 credit hours per semester (24 credit hours per academic year).
• Core courses:
  Songwriting for Television and Film, Songwriting Production, Singer/Songwriter Ensemble, applied upper-division songwriting lessons, Music Business Analysis, Music Supervision and Sync.
• Advanced courses:
  Introduction to Audio Production, Concert Promotion, Music and Entertainment Marketing, and applied lessons in guitar, voice, or piano.

• Master’s degree in Music or related advanced degree, or equivalent tested experience (recording with a reputable national/international label, performer/composerikor/arr), // continue with the rest of the qualification bullet content as in the original text

• Three years teaching experience at college or comparable level.
• Demonstrated ability to teach individual lessons in singer-songwriter, guitar, or voice at intermediate‑advanced levels.
• Demonstrated ability to teach multiple genres:
  Pop, Rock, R&B, EDM, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to teach contemporary music theory concepts.
• Experience with Logic Pro track recording and other DAW software.
• Experience in music publishing, sync licensing, and media placement.
• Experience collaborating verfügen cross‑disciplinary initiatives.

• Proven experience establishing effective working relationships with a diverse population at all levels of the institution and community.
• Ability to communicate positively and effectively across various modalities.
• Ability to balance multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to creating equitable, positive experiences for all.
• Strong judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to authentically listen, communicate relevant information, anticipate problems, and offer suggestions for resolution.
• Demonstrated dedication to developing professional relationships with students and alumni.
• Demonstrated dedication to mentoring students to help realize their potential as artists in society.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive practices and pedagogy.
• Commitment to improving inclusion and equity.
• Demonstrated excellence and experience in organizational teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Salary range: $55,000–$60,000. Benefits include health plans and retirement contributions. Additional benefits available: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Total compensation calculator: http://.

Applications accepted until finalists are identified and interviews begin. Preference given to applications received by January 15, 2026.

Contact:
Karen Ludington, karen.ludington.

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