What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Faculty, Contemporary Writing & Production position at Berklee College of Music?
Berklee College of Music invites applications for a full-time faculty member in the Contemporary Writing and Production Department . The department provides an innovative curriculum in contemporary composition, arranging and music production to approximately 500 students in the Contemporary Writing and Production Major, as well as Core Music instruction in music writing and arranging for all students at Berklee College of Music.
This full-time position reports to the Chair of Contemporary Writing and Production in the Professional Writing and Music Technology Division. The ideal candidate will be an experienced contemporary composer and arranger and a dedicated teacher who will actively contribute to the department and the Berklee community.
Primary responsibilities for this position will include: teaching upper-level composition, arranging and production courses in the Contemporary Writing and Production concentrate that incorporate advanced writing concepts and techniques in a variety of contemporary music styles, with an emphasis on large acoustic and hybrid ensembles; working one-on-one with senior CWP students as they prepare their writing and production graduation portfolio and transition to their professional careers in the music industry; supervise readings and recording sessions of student projects as part of the course requirements; contribute to the curriculum development to reflect the changes in the music industry. This is a 9-month full-time faculty position with a renewable contract, with the initial appointment to begin on September 1, 2022 . Compensation is commensurate with professional experience.
The Contemporary Writing and Production Department is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching and learning environment that welcomes everybody.
Experience and Qualifications:
Significant past and current professional experience as an active composer, arranger, conductor and producer in a variety of contemporary music styles, with an emphasis on writing for orchestra and large acoustic and hybrid ensembles, including vocals, horns, strings and rhythm section;
Proficiency in music notation and professional-quality score and parts preparation;
High-level skills in music production using current music software and DAW;
Teaching experience in composing and arranging contemporary music and music technology;
Master Degree in Music or equivalent professional experience;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
A willingness to adhere to a structured curriculum and to develop course content and supplemental materials;
An interest in working in a diverse workplace with a multicultural multi-talented student body.
Submissions: Electronic submission of application materials in PDF format at https://www.berklee.edu/jobs. All materials should be uploaded to the Resume/Cover letter application section. Address your materials to Contemporary Writing and Production Department Faculty Search Committee, Attn: Amparo Edo Biol, Acting Chair, Contemporary Writing and Production.
A letter of application that addresses the candidate’s qualifications;
A current resume or curriculum vitae;
Names and contact information for at least three professional references;
Links to websites or online resources that are representative samples of the candidate’s work, including audio/video samples and at least one score.
Candidates may be asked to submit additional materials after the application has been reviewed by the search committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The position will remain open for applications until filled.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
- Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions
The above information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by individuals within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. The position will remain open for applications until filled.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
- Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions
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