Adjunct Faculty, Arts and Entertainment Management

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At American International College (AIC), we believe in the power of education to change lives. Located on a beautiful 88 acre campus in the heart of Springfield, Massachusetts, our college blends historic charm with modern innovation across 42 buildings and two nearby sites. With a vibrant residential community of 900 students and a total enrollment of approximately 2,200 undergraduate and graduate students, AIC offers a close-knit, supportive environment where students and professionals alike can thrive. 

Founded in 1885, AIC is proud to offer a wide range of academic programs through our Schools of Business, Arts and Sciences; Health Sciences; and Education. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to transform student lives through career-focused learning, grounded in the liberal arts, enriched by community engagement, and connected to the global economy. 

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Job Description:

Teach the 3-credit course, "Music Studio II - Recording and Editing" (in-person class)

Develop a course syllabus and lectures, in alignment with college standards

Regularly check AIC email for timely correspondence with Dean, Department/Division Chair, students and other members of the AIC community

Be available to meet with students, as needed, before or after class time or at other scheduled times throughout the week

‎Logic Pro is the platform we use for coursework.

This course will offer students the opportunity to work in the audio recording studio and develop independent music. Students will learn to integrate editing and recording software into the artistic process. The process of creation will be enhanced through the use of multimedia technology. Students will be assigned a series of projects that will prepare them to develop a recording landscape in digital and audio music making.  This course is the second in a three-course progression that will culminate in each student releasing an album of original music. PREREQUSITE: MUS 1420

We offer an 18 Mac I Mac studio with recording and editing capabilities.

Requirements:

 Required Degree: Master's Degree

Required Field of Expertise: A related field

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Strong commitment to high-quality instruction in a diverse, student-centered environment and the ability to work with students with various learning styles and backgrounds

Interest in active and collaborative learning and enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Canvas, and the instructional use of technology to teach traditional, hybrid or on-line courses, as needed

Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and faculty

Expertise that complements and expands that of the department