Assistant Professor of Instruction Music Production and Creative Direction
About The Position
Columbia College Chicago is seeking a dynamic contemporary music artist/professional and educator for a full-time teaching-track Faculty position in Music Production and Creative Direction within the School of Audio and Music (SAM). This role involves supporting and assisting in the coordination of the music production curriculum and serving as the creative producer for the School’s primary performances and guest artist series. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, advise students, and contribute to curriculum development, with a focus on contemporary popular music. A significant service commitment as creative producer for student performances and guest artist series will reduce the standard teaching load from 12 to 6 credits per semester. The School of Audio and Music is a vibrant community fostering creativity, collaboration, and the creation of original sonic content, preparing students for careers in audio and music through a multidisciplinary environment engaged with new creative economies and technologies.
Requirements
- A master’s or other terminal degree in music production or technology. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and significant professional experience may also be considered.
- Evidence of successful coordination and management of musical artists and performances.
Nice To Haves
- Teaching experience at the college or university level.
- Commitment to principles of access and excellence with diverse constituencies.
- Knowledge of and proficiency with technologies and processes associated with contemporary music production, performance, and songwriting.
- Experience with a wide variety of contemporary popular musical styles and practices.
Responsibilities
- Teach at the undergraduate level in areas assigned by the School Director.
- Engage with the broader scholarly and professional communities.
- Supervise and advise and mentor students.
- Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum.
- Commit to continuing professional development.
- Provide essential service as creative producer for the School of Audio and Music.
- Actively follow and promote Columbia College Chicago policies.
Benefits
- Affordable health, dental and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Commuter benefit program
- Life and accidental, death & dismemberment coverage
- Paid and unpaid leave options
- Work/life benefits
- Educational assistance programs
- Retirement and financial planning benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
