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Miami University Alumni Association

Visiting Faculty – Music, Sound Design

Miami University Alumni Association

. Teach undergraduate students fundamental principles and practices of sound design for live and recorded applications .

Posted 10/30/2026part-timeOxford • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in sound design, audio engineering, and live sound production, with a strong emphasis on practical instruction and student evaluation. Proficient in industry-standard software and contemporary audio technologies, fostering a collaborative and creative learning environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Sound DesignAudio EngineeringLive Sound ProductionPro ToolsDigital Audio Workstations

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Hard Skills
Microphone SelectionSignal FlowMixing ConsolesAudio InterfacesSound Reinforcement SystemsMultitrack RecordingAudio EditingMixing TechniquesBasic Mastering TechniquesTroubleshooting Audio Equipment
Soft Skills
Critical ListeningArtistic Decision-MakingCollaborative Production
Tools & Technologies
Pro ToolsLogic ProAbleton LiveDigital Mixing SystemsPlayback SoftwareNetworked Audio
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in MusicBachelor's Degree in Music TechnologyBachelor's Degree in Audio ProductionBachelor's Degree in Sound DesignBachelor's Degree in Recording Arts
Industry Keywords
Live Sound ProductionStudio RecordingSound Design for TheaterSound Design for OperaSound Design for FilmSound Design for MultimediaInterdisciplinary PerformanceProfessional Audio EquipmentSafe Recording PracticesProfessional Practices in Live Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Teach undergraduate students fundamental principles and practices of sound design for live and recorded applications
  • Provide hands-on instruction in microphone selection and placement, signal flow, mixing consoles, audio interfaces, and sound reinforcement systems
  • Introduce students to digital audio workstations, multitrack recording, audio editing, mixing, and basic mastering techniques
  • Develop practical projects involving live sound reinforcement, studio recording, and sound design for performance and multimedia
  • Instruct students in setup, operation, and troubleshooting of professional audio equipment
  • Integrate creative sound design concepts with technical training, emphasizing critical listening, artistic decision-making, and collaborative production
  • Evaluate student progress through practical assignments, projects, and demonstrations of technical proficiency
  • Promote safe and professional practices in recording studios and live performance environments

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Technology, Audio Production, Sound Design, Recording Arts, or a closely related field; or a bachelor's degree in any discipline plus relevant professional industry experience demonstrating equivalent technical knowledge and practical expertise
  • Relevant professional industry experience in sound design, audio engineering, recording, or live sound production when qualifying through the alternative bachelor's-degree pathway
  • Criminal background check required
  • Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or comparable platforms considered
  • Professional experience in both live sound production and studio recording considered
  • Experience with sound design for theater, opera, film, multimedia, or interdisciplinary performance considered
  • Knowledge of contemporary audio technologies, including digital mixing systems, playback software, and networked audio considered

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • No benefits; position is not benefit eligible
  • Part-time temporary (fixed-term) appointment
  • Hands-on instructional and professional development opportunity in sound design