Adjunct Faculty – Sound Engineer

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sound Engineering, Audio Production, Film Production, Music Technology, or related field.
  
• Minimum of three (3) years of university-level teaching experience.
  
• At least 24 publication points (16 in refereed journals) per CUE Standards (2014), or equivalent peer-reviewed creative portfolio/industry awards.
  
• Registration with relevant professional body (where applicable).
  

Preferred Qualifications (Global Benchmark)

• PhD in Sound Studies, Film Production, or Audio Technology.
  
• Demonstrated international research collaborations and funded projects.
  
• Experience in curriculum development aligned with AES (Audio Engineering Society) and film school standards.
  
• Industry experience in film sound production, post-production, or immersive audio technologies.
  

Required Competencies

• Proficiency with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs): Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Reaper.
  
• Expertise in sound recording and mixing: studio, field, and live environments.
  
• Strong understanding of film sound pipelines: dialogue editing, Foley, ADR, sound effects, and final mix.
  
• Ability to integrate emerging technologies (spatial audio, VR/AR sound, AI-assisted editing) into teaching.
  
• Effective communication, supervision, and mentorship skills.
  
• Commitment to ethical practice, diversity, and inclusive pedagogy.
  

• Teaching Excellence
  • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in sound engineering, film audio production, and post-production sound design.
    
  • Incorporate studio-based learning, live recording, and industry-standard workflows.
    
  • Develop blended and online teaching materials using advanced e-learning platforms.
    
• Research & Scholarship
  • Conduct research in sound design, immersive audio (Dolby Atmos, binaural sound), and film soundscapes.
    
  • Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
    
  • Engage in creative practice research, producing soundtracks, audio installations, or experimental sound projects.
    
• Student Supervision & Mentorship
  • Supervise undergraduate projects, postgraduate theses, and dissertations in sound engineering and film audio.
    
  • Provide career guidance, portfolio development, and industry mentorship.
    
  • Support student participation in film festivals, competitions, and collaborative productions.
    
• Curriculum Development & Quality Assurance
  • Contribute to curriculum design and benchmarking against leading global programs (e.g., USC School of Cinematic Arts, NYU Tisch, Berklee College of Music).
    
  • Integrate emerging technologies such as spatial audio, AI-driven sound editing, and interactive media soundscapes.
    
  • Participate in accreditation, review, and continuous improvement processes.
    
• Academic & Community Service
  • Serve on departmental committees and contribute to university governance.
    
  • Lead workshops, masterclasses, and community engagement initiatives in sound and film.
    
  • Build partnerships with studios, broadcasters, and creative hubs to enhance student opportunities.