Sound Design Instructor

This is a Full Time Job

Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy, a growing college located in the heart of downtown Chicago, is seeking qualified candidates to teach Sound Design classes. Courses in this focus area prepare students for audio careers in the film, video and commercial production industries.

First year introductory courses explore storytelling in soundtracks; the aesthetics of sound for motion pictures versus other media; craft-based techniques of post-production practices; and interdisciplinary collaboration with other depts. Second year focused study classes build upon the learned skills during the first year to explore techniques/considerations for Foley effects and automated dialogue replacement while working on advanced sound design projects; screening soundtrack works in progress; and creating a highly polished portfolio.

Candidates should have experience as a Sound Engineer with the following qualifications:
-A Bachelor's Degree in a related field REQUIRED. Prior teaching experience at the college level a plus.
-Proven industry experience of 5+ years working as a sound engineer in the film, television, or commercial industries.
-Advanced skills in audio post-production for film and video.
-Advanced knowledge of sound design tools and techniques such as location recording, Foley, signal processing, sound synthesis, etc. Advanced knowledge of Pro Tools is required.
-Advanced knowledge of digital and analog audio concepts, acoustics, recording, editing, and mixing techniques, etc.
-Understanding of audio production and implementation for interactive media is a plus.
-A strong interest in translating your knowledge and experience to an eager, small, focused group of students.
-Highly organized with a strong attention to detail is a must given the demands of an academic environment.
-Must have a team player attitude and have demonstrated leadership experience.

This full-time Faculty position is in the classroom instructing students approximately 18-20 hours a week. Additional responsibilities include advising students, grading, ensuring continuity across multiple sections of courses, participating in prospective student admissions interviews, participating in the development of curriculum as needed to keep programs current and consistent with industry standards, and assisting the Dept Chair with other initiatives as necessary.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy offers two-year, Associate of Applied Science degree programs in Film & Broadcast, Recording Arts, Game & Interactive Media, and Animation & Visual Effects. Our unique approach to media arts education is grounded in immersive learning and hands-on instruction. Designed and taught by top industry professionals, our courses erase the boundaries between school and the real-world, teaching students the career skills they need to make their digital dream a reality.