Part Time Music Instructor - Introduction to Sound

Part Time Music Instructor - Introduction to Sound Please see Special Instructions for more details.

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• unofficial transcripts
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Position Title: Part Time Music Instructor - Introduction to Sound

Position Category: Faculty

Position Status: FLSA Exempt

Advertised Salary: (not specified)

Department: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Working Hours: TBD

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part time Music/Theatre Instructor for our Introduction to Sound course. This course is taught in person in a classroom setting on our Sanborn, NY campus. This is a lecture‑demonstration‑laboratory‑performance and operation course. The content areas include responsibility of an audio engineer, principles of sound, equipment, all aspects of audio production from pre‑production through post‑production.

The practical experience would be provided through participation in one or more of the productions presented in the theatre space (not limited to theatre productions) and any other available relevant audio related productions that may happen throughout the semester.

Remuneration for this position is: $960 per lecture hour/$860 per lab hour.

In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as‑needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.

• Teach course on campus.
• Track attendance as needed.
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester.
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester.

Ability to work with, and teach a diverse student population. Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Must be able to effectively communicate with students, co‑workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare and present information. Must able to operate computers. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position and must adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

• Must be certified in AVID Pro Tools software.
• Possess extensive knowledge in both Analog & Digital sound equipment and proper setup.
• 3 years’ of experience in the field of live sound setups.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Office software i.e. Excel and Word.
• Experience with the Brightspace learning management system.

AVID Pro Tools software certification

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3

Posting Number: F172P

Open Date: 12/07/2022

Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes

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