Instructor - Part Time Sound Recording Technology

Posting DetailsPosition Information

Job Title Instructor - Part Time Sound Recording Technology

Job SummaryClassroom Instructor.

Job DutiesWe are looking for someone who can teach across all of the Sound Recording Technology ( SRT ) classes.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Expert-level proficiency in Avid Pro Tools (Avid Certified Instructor preferred).
• Deep understanding of studio signal flow, including patch bays and routing in multi-room recording environments.
• Experience with Dolby Atmos, surround sound, and immersive audio workflows.
• Ability to teach critical listening, mixing, and mastering using a wide range of signal processors and effects.
• Hands-on experience recording live instruments, including microphone selection, placement, and tracking in professional studio settings.
• Proficiency in MIDI sequencing, virtual instruments, and contemporary music composition.
• Functional keyboard skills and strong knowledge of music theory, harmony, and voice leading.
• Experience in post-production audio, including ADR , Foley, sound design, and synchronization to picture.
• Familiarity with multiple DAWs (e.g., Logic Pro, FL Studio, Reason) and hybrid hardware/software workflows.
• Comfort teaching both introductory and advanced students in studio and lab environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot studio systems and explain technical concepts clearly.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Audio Production, Music Technology, Sound Recording, or a closely related field; OR, a bachelor’s degree in a related field & five (5) years of professional experience & a portfolio demonstrating music production/post-production work.

Preferred Qualifications

• College level teaching experience.

Physical RequirementsSchoolcraft College is an AA/ EEO Employer.

• Writing Skills: Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from prospective and current employees, and groups of managers.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide with all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Office Environment: This role may involve being in a stationary position in front of a computer, using a keyboard, mouse (or applicable equipment) and telephone. Communicating and exchanging information with individuals electronically or in person. This role may also involve standing and walking for periods of time, and the use of hands and moving objects on occasion, of up to 10-20 lbs.
• Noise Level: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary Per Faculty Contract

Work Hours Varies by the needs of the department

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ACO257P

Open DateClose DateOpen Until Filled No

Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants must submit a current resume, cover letter and copy of unofficial college transcript at the end of the application process. The number of part-time instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the department. The Instructor-Part Time (Applicant Pool) applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Your application will remain in this applicant pool and be reviewed on an as needed basis.