Job Title

Recording Industry (Songwriting), Tenure-Track Faculty

Department

Recording Industry

University Expectation 

MTSU seeks candidates who are committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with a diverse student body.

Salary

Salary and rank commensurate with education and experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Middle Tennessee State University's Department of Recording Industry is seeking a highly creative individual to join our faculty in the area of commercial songwriting as a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#145140) at the rank of assistant/associate professor. The ideal candidate will be a high-caliber songwriter, performer, and lyricist with a proven track record of success. The start date for the position is August 1, 2022. The position is contingent upon funding.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated evidence of professional work as a songwriter and is expected to teach basic and advanced courses in commercial songwriting as well as other courses in their area of expertise (performance, production, writing for specific genres, media, history, or etc). It is also expected that the candidate will conduct research and/or creative activity in their areas of specialization. A demonstrated excellence in teaching, research/creative activity, and service and an interest in working in a diverse workplace with a multicultural student body, faculty, and staff is also expected.

Required Education

A terminal degree is required. In lieu of a terminal degree, a Master's degree plus six (6) years of professional experience in the music industry, or a bachelor's degree plus eight (8) years of professional experience in the music industry may be considered.

Required Related Experience

At least five (5) years of professional experience in the music industry is required. Please also NOTE the in lieu of experience required that is listed under required education.

Other Desirables

Candidates with any of the following will receive special consideration:

• Proven success writing commercial songs in genres such as pop; rock; hip-hop; R&B; film and television; gaming; and etc.
• Experience teaching college-level courses and curriculum development.
• Evidence of strong industry relationships nationally and internationally.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following disciplines: music recording, demo production, programming, performing, artist development/A&R, or publishing.
• Proficiency with presentation technology, online course delivery tools, and music technology.

Documents Needed to Apply

In order to successfully apply, applicants are required to include the following documents as separate attachments at the time of online application submittal: a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, a statement of Teaching Philosophy, and their Research Statement or Creative Activities (as appropriate to the discipline).

Special Instruction to Applicants 

If you need help in applying, please contact the Faculty Recruitment Specialist at (615) 898-5128. 

If you have position-specific questions, please contact Mr. Bill Crabtree at Bill.Crabtree@mtsu.edu.

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at http://www.mtsu.edu/police/docs/2021AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. 

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. 

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

For individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: 11/22/2021

MTSU, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution.

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The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants for nine-month tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Audio in the Media Entertainment and Arts program housed in the College of Arts and Sciences’ School of Communication to begin fall 2022.

The successful candidate will teach courses in the MEA program, have a vibrant research/creative work agenda, and serve as an academic adviser as well as perform other school or university service as needed. Opportunity exists to work with the Student Media Center as well as a variety of other student groups across the school. Primary teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in the sound and recording fields, including intro to audio, studio recording, MIDI and digital synthesis, and other offerings. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly activity, as well as service to the school, university, and wider community. Specific areas of proficiency include audio mixing and mastering, sound for video and film; basic music theory as well as in MIDI, virtual instruments, and synthesizers.

For more information: https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=2389&site=1

The University of California, Los Angeles seeks to make an interdisciplinary tenure-track hire in Music and Data Science to support programs in Musicology and Music Industry. The successful candidate will have: a Masters degree in a research-oriented discipline of the liberal arts or social sciences that provides a framework for approaching music and data as a field of study; significant experience in computation and data analysis; and some practical experience in the music industry, with special preference given to work on algorithms, streaming, analysis of “big data,” or other forms of empirical decision making. Candidates whose work brings critical inter-sectional perspectives to the discourse around music and data, and whose research or practice centers on political, social or economic justice, are especially invited to apply. The department is seeking outstanding candidates with the potential for exceptional research, and excellence in teaching, and also a clear commitment to enhancing the diversity of the faculty, graduate student population, and of the majors in both Musicology and Music Industry.

 

In addition to teaching in the current Musicology and the Music Industry curriculum, we anticipate that this colleague will take the lead in developing new courses in music and data science for degree programs in Music Industry, will mentor graduate students in musicology, ethnomusicology, and other related fields, and will pursue an interdisciplinary research agenda at the intersection of data science and musicology with applied science, technology, or other relevant fields. Applicants may want to speak to the collaborative possibilities available through UCLA's Institute for Digital Research & Education (https://idre.ucla.edu), its DataX initiative (https://www3.research.ucla.edu/datax), and its programs in Digital Humanities (https://dh.ucla.edu).

 

Candidates should provide (1) a cover letter outlining their qualifications; (2) a scholarly CV (plus a separate professional resume if appropriate); (3) a statement addressing how their work addresses issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (4) the names/contact information of four referees, one of whom should hold (or have held) an academic position, and one of whom should have direct experience in either data science or the music industry. Writing samples, letters of reference, and statements on research and teaching may be requested later in the process as needed.

 

The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music unites separate departments of Music, Musicology, and Ethnomusicology, as well as interdepartmental programs in Global Jazz Studies and Music Industry. It offers the BA, BM, MM, DMA, and PhD degrees in a wide array of performance and scholarly fields.

 

The Music Industry program focuses on conceptual and executive functions of the entertainment industry, and consists of a freestanding Minor and a hybrid BA within Musicology, with a new interdepartmental program and an independent BA in Music Industry under consideration by the Academic Senate.

 

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/2685779

  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction

 

ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR, MUSIC INDUSTRY PROGRAM (2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)

Full-Time

University City - Philadelphia, PA

Drexel University, Westphal College of Media Arts & Design

About Drexel

Drexel is one of Philadelphia's top 10 private employers, a comprehensive global research university and a major engine for economic development in the region. With over 24,000 students, Drexel is one of America's 15 largest private universities. Drexel has committed to being the nation’s most civically engaged university, with community partnerships integrated into every aspect of service and academics.

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, PA, Drexel University's Music Industry Program is highly competitive and well-respected amongst industry leaders, having recently been named one of the top music industry programs by Billboard magazine. The program features state-of-the-art music production and classroom facilities, and a collection of award-winning, student-run music entities. The program’s approximately 300 students specialize in either the study of recording arts & music production or music business.

The Drexel University Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design is dedicated to the education of students in the areas of design, media and the performing and visual arts. The Westphal College offers 17 undergraduate and eight graduate majors, housed in award-winning, technologically enhanced facilities, and taught by distinguished faculty who have worked at the top of their fields. The College values a studio approach that incorporates six months of required co-op work experience for all undergraduate students. Westphal is home to a virtual reality and immersive research lab, two theaters, an art gallery, a notable collection of over 17,000 historic costumes, a record label, a television station, and numerous cutting-edge making spaces. Westphal educates students to find their place as leaders in today's rapidly changing world by teaching the diverse skills needed to conceptualize and implement creative thinking. The synergy of Westphal’s creative programs, strong foundation curriculum and diverse minors, and stewardship of University assets and enterprises enhances the strength of the College in this interdisciplinary age. The College actively participates in community-based learning programs that allow students and faculty to study the issues affecting our world in collaboration with neighboring communities. As the center for creativity at Drexel, the Westphal College’s collaborative community of scholars, creatives, thinkers, and doers are uniquely positioned to face the world’s challenges and define the creative careers of the 21st century. Westphal is dedicated to building a community where everyone is welcome and a multiplicity of voices are celebrated.

Fifteen of Westphal’s degree programs enjoy national rankings and the College is ranked one of the best Design and Applied Art schools in the nation. The Westphal College of Media Arts & Design is academically accredited, as part of Drexel University, by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Additionally, the programs in art, design and media are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD); the architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), and the interior design program by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).

Drexel University is a comprehensive research university located in Philadelphia, the sixth largest city in the nation. With approximately 25,000 students, Drexel is one of America’s 15 largest private universities and is passionately committed to interdisciplinary research, experiential learning, and meaningful community engagement.

Drexel University offers an attractive benefits package including tuition remission, a generous retirement package and an opportunity to join a talented team of professionals directly helping the University achieve its record growth and quality reputation.

Job Summary

Drexel University’s top-ranked Music Industry Program is seeking to hire two dynamic, accomplished and passionate music industry experts to join our team as Assistant Teaching Professors. The ideal candidates will bring with them meaningful and in-depth expertise derived from their experience at an entertainment law firm, music publishing company, record label, Digital Service Provider (DSP), management company, and/or other related practical experience. The position affords the right individual an exciting opportunity to contribute their background to teach and mentor highly motivated students, to serve the community and to work with colleagues who are well-respected members of the music industry.

A successful Assistant Teaching Professor will have significant and current experience in the evolving global music industry as it relates to licensing, analytics, and revenue streams. It is preferable that the candidate also have prior teaching experience at the college level. They will bring in-depth expertise related to the music business and will be expected to fulfil a teaching load of 24-27 credits spread over three quarter terms of the academic year, and consisting of classroom teaching.

The Music Industry Program is dedicated to having a faculty that is representative of the student body of its program, therefore we particularly welcome applications from women and non-binary individuals, as they are currently under-represented at this time.

Potential courses in this role include the below, descriptions of the courses can be found in the Music Industry Course Catalogue

• MIP 132 Survey of the Recording Industry
• MIP 161 Copyrights in the Music Industry
• EAM 200 Introduction to the Music Industry
• MIP 270 Live Music Industry
• MIP 361 Music Publishing
• MIP 374 Entrepreneurship in the Music Industry
• MIP 375 Marketing and Promo in Music Industry
• MIP 467 Artist Representation
• MIP 468 Music Industry E-Commerce

Essential Functions

Teaching and Mentoring:

Teach undergraduate courses in Music Business not limited to legal, publishing, management and marketing.

Teach other undergraduate courses based on individual skillset and industry expertise.

Mentor and advise Music Industry students including supervision of student internships and co-ops.

Participate in program and curriculum assessment and development.

Other teaching and mentoring duties as assigned.

Continue their professional creative work or scholarship on a national level and integrate it into their teaching.

Research, Scholarship, and/or Creative Practice:

Continue their professional creative work or scholarship on a national level and integrate it into their teaching.

Service to the University:

Review student applicants as assigned.

Develop and maintain industry relationships supporting curriculum, student co-ops, and creative collaborations with the university’s Music Industry Program.

Assist in the program’s administration including student recruitment, curriculum development and revisions, course evaluation, and raising awareness of the program’s activities.

Serve on committees for the college and university.

Maintain involvement in appropriate professional organizations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Demonstrable depth, breadth and working knowledge of the current global music industry

5+ years of music industry experience

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Preferred Qualification

Prior teaching experience at the college or university level

Master’s Degree in a related discipline

Location

University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

Salary ranges between $70,000.00-$80,000.00 depending upon experience.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Post open until filled. Priority will be given to applications received by January 03, 2022.

New York University: Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development: Music and Performing Arts Professions

Location

New York, NY

Open Date

Nov 22, 2021

Deadline

Jan 15, 2022 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development’s Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions invites applications for a non-tenure-track visiting assistant professor position in the Music Business Program to begin in September 2022. We are committed to substantially increasing the proportion of our faculty from historically underrepresented groups as we strive to create the most intellectually diverse, inclusive, and equitable institution that we can, and especially encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

Responsibilities: Teach existing courses and develop new courses on the undergraduate and graduate levels in: music and advanced technology (AR, VR, and games), global music management, emerging models and markets for music, music and cultural studies, concert promotion and ticketing, music publishing, and the international music business. Other duties include undergraduate capstone project supervision, masters’ final project supervision, academic and career advisement, developing and maintaining professional bridges to the music industry, student recruitment, and program administration. Participation in faculty meetings, committees, and other service appropriate to a university faculty member is required.

Rank, Salary, and Starting Date: Visiting Full-Time (up to three year appointment), non-tenure track. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Starting Date: September 1, 2022.

About The Department of Music & Performing Arts Professions and The Music Business Program: The Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions was established in the Steinhardt School at New York University in 1925. In 1968, the Department merged with the New York College of Music, the oldest conservatory of music in New York City. Since that merger, the Department has functioned both as the conservatory of music and a locus of research in the performing arts. Today, 1,500 students—baccalaureate through doctoral—major in: classical, jazz and music theatre performance; music composition (jazz, film scoring, multi-media, and traditional), music technology, and music business; music ed, dance ed, and educational theatre education; performing arts administration; and music therapy and drama therapy guided by more than 400 faculty. Faculty and students share a spirit of openness and innovation encouraging the pursuit of high artistic goals. Department interests cross school lines and bring performers and composers together with choreographers, directors, actors, librettists, and filmmakers in innovative, collaborative projects often reviewed by the New York media. Music business students study with world-renowned faculty through private lessons and participate in ensembles, master classes and live performances. Distinguished Department alumni include: Jazz great Wayne Shorter, Tony Award winners Cy Coleman and Betty Comden, composer and conductor Tania Leon, music technologist Enoch Light, and Academy Award, Pulitzer Prize, and Tony Award winner John Patrick Shanley.

Founded in 1976, the NYU Steinhardt Music Business program prepares both graduate and undergraduate students to be leaders in the dynamic, global music marketplace. Academically rigorous and cross-disciplinary by definition, the Music Business course of study combines the boundless artistic resources of New York City with the cutting-edge inquiry and innovation of a major research university. The curriculum includes a foundation in music theory and history as well as business, taught in collaboration with NYU’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business. In addition to providing structured courses, the curriculum promotes individual choices and development through an interactive classroom atmosphere, internships, participation in our record company, Village Records, and completion of research requirements.

The Department website may be viewed at:

https://steinhardt.nyu.edu/departments/music-and-performing-arts-professions

The Program website may be viewed at:

https://steinhardt.nyu.edu/programs/music-business

Qualifications

PhD, MBA, JD or other postbaccalaureate degree is required. Background in music business or in the music industry is required including familiarity with music production and the creative professions. Full-time commitment to teaching and advisement is required. Strong track record of teaching at the university level is required.

Application Instructions

Please submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae. through Interfolio. Your letter of application should also address your approach to diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom and/or other academic work.

Candidates who are selected to advance to later stages of the search process will be asked for confidential letters of recommendation (sent directly from the sources).

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2021, and will remain open until January 15, 2022.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Application Link

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New York University requires that all community members (students and employees) be in compliance with NYU’s COVID vaccination policy for the 2021-2022 academic year. This offer of employment is contingent upon compliance with the University's policy regarding the COVID-19 vaccination and, in order to commence employment, requires a University approved upload of a vaccination record OR a University approved medical/religious exemption. Those who receive a conditional offer of employment on or after August 1, 2021 are required to upload a valid vaccination record or they must obtain an appropriate medical or religious exemption before they can commence employment at their US-based NYU work location

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Recording Industry (Music Business), Tenure-Track Faculty, Middle Tennessee State University 

Work Type: Faculty - Tenure-Track

Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Categories: Communications

Job Title

Recording Industry (Music Business), Tenure-Track Faculty

Department

Recording Industry

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates who are committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with a diverse student body.

Salary

Salary and rank commensurate with education and experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Recording Industry at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#145210) at the rank of assistant/associate professor In Music Business. The start date for the position is August 1, 2022. The position is contingent upon funding.

The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in both teaching and research/creative activities and be expected to teach recording industry courses in popular music and American media studies such as, but not limited to, History of the Recording Industry, and other courses within the program pertaining to the discipline.

Required Education

Terminal degree in Recording Industry or a related field by appointment date. A Master’s degree in Recording Industry or a related field with at least five (5) years of industry experience may be considered in lieu of the terminal degree.

Other Desirables

Candidates holding a doctorate, significant industry experience, and/or those with university teaching experience will receive special consideration as will applicants with evidence of teaching excellence in the form of evaluations by students and/or peers.

Documents Needed to Apply

In order to successfully apply, applicants are required to include the following documents as separate attachments at the time of online application submittal: a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, a statement of Teaching Philosophy, and their Research Statement or Creative Activities (as appropriate to the discipline).

Special Instruction to Applicants

If you need help in applying, please contact the Faculty Recruitment Specialist at (615) 898-5128.

If you have position-specific questions, please contact Ms. Tammy Donham at Tammy.Donham@mtsu.edu.

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at http://www.mtsu.edu/police/docs/2021AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

For individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: 12/04/2021

Advertisement Opened: 11/04/2021 02:00 PM CST

Advertisement Closes: Open Until Filled

Eugene S. Pulliam School of Journalism and Creative Media

College of Communication, Butler University

Assistant/Associate Professor or Lecturer in Journalism/Sports Media

The Eugene S. Pulliam School of Journalism and Creative Media in the College of Communication at Butler University invites applications for an assistant/associate professor or lecturer in Journalism/Sports Media with an expected start date of August 2022. This faculty member will primarily teach Media Law and will also be able to teach in one or more of the following areas: media ethics, multimedia journalism, or media production. This faculty member will help shape new directions for our programs.

We seek candidates whose research, teaching and/or service have prepared them to contribute to engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse students, faculty, and staff. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in an educational and work environment and be willing to contribute to these efforts in the SJCM and on campus. We are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the infusion of diversity across the Journalism curriculum.

Minimum qualifications for the Lecturer position include a master’s degree and significant professional experience in Journalism/Sports Media. Minimum qualifications for the assistant/associate professor position include a Ph.D. or terminal degree in one of these fields or a related field.

About the University and the College of Communication: Butler University is a comprehensive, liberal-arts-based, private university located in the vibrant and culturally diverse city of Indianapolis and is committed to undergraduate teaching excellence. The university enrolls approximately 5,000 students across its six colleges, including the College of Communication. The College enrolls approximately 550 students across its 9 majors and online graduate program in Strategic Communication. Lecturers in the College have a typical teaching load of 4 courses per semester with an expectation for creative/professional activities. Tenure- track faculty teach 3 courses per semester with an expectation of an active research agenda that leads to publication. Butler offers generous financial support for research, innovations in curricular development, and travel to present for domestic and international conferences. Additional information about the University and the College can be found at www.butler.edu.

To apply, candidates must submit:

1. A letter of application outlining qualifications, a teaching philosophy, and experience with/commitment to teaching a diverse student body and employing inclusive pedagogy.

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Current teaching evaluations (if available)

4. Contact information for three references

Materials should be submitted to Dr. Lee Farquhar, Journalism/Sports Media Search Committee Chair, College of Communication, Butler University, 4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208 or via e-mail to sjcmsearch@butler.edu. Review of applications will begin November 10,

2021 and continue until the position is filled. Consideration will be given only to complete applications.

Additional Information: Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, religion, color, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

Recording Industry (Songwriting), Tenure-Track Faculty
Type: Full-Time 
Application Due: Open Until Filled 
Job Title
Recording Industry (Songwriting), Tenure-Track Faculty

Department
Recording Industry

University Expectation 
MTSU seeks candidates who are committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with a diverse student body.

Salary
Salary and rank commensurate with education and experience

Job Summary/Basic Function
Middle Tennessee State University's Department of Recording Industry is seeking a highly creative individual to join our faculty in the area of commercial songwriting as a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#145140) at the rank of assistant/associate professor. The ideal candidate will be a high-caliber songwriter, performer, and lyricist with a proven track record of success. The start date for the position is August 1, 2022. The position is contingent upon funding.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated evidence of professional work as a songwriter and is expected to teach basic and advanced courses in commercial songwriting as well as other courses in their area of expertise (performance, production, writing for specific genres, media, history, or etc). It is also expected that the candidate will conduct research and/or creative activity in their areas of specialization. A demonstrated excellence in teaching, research/creative activity, and service and an interest in working in a diverse workplace with a multicultural student body, faculty, and staff is also expected.

Required Education
A terminal degree is required. In lieu of a terminal degree, a Master's degree plus six (6) years of professional experience in the music industry, or a bachelor's degree plus eight (8) years of professional experience in the music industry may be considered.

Required Related Experience
At least five (5) years of professional experience in the music industry is required. Please also NOTE the in lieu of experience required that is listed under required education.

Other Desirables
Candidates with any of the following will receive special consideration:

Proven success writing commercial songs in genres such as pop; rock; hip-hop; R&B; film and television; gaming; and etc.
Experience teaching college-level courses and curriculum development.
Evidence of strong industry relationships nationally and internationally.
Proficiency in one or more of the following disciplines: music recording, demo production, programming, performing, artist development/A&R, or publishing.
Proficiency with presentation technology, online course delivery tools, and music technology.
Documents Needed to Apply
In order to successfully apply, applicants are required to include the following documents as separate attachments at the time of online application submittal: a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, a statement of Teaching Philosophy, and their Research Statement or Creative Activities (as appropriate to the discipline).

Special Instruction to Applicants 
If you need help in applying, please contact the Faculty Recruitment Specialist at (615) 898-5128. 

If you have position-specific questions, please contact Mr. Bill Crabtree at Bill.Crabtree@mtsu.edu.

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at http://www.mtsu.edu/police/docs/2021AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. 

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. 

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

For individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: 11/22/2021

MTSU, is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution.

To apply: https://mtsu.edu/jobs/pageupjobstemplate.php