Assistant Educator/Assistant Teaching Professor of Audio Production-Music Produc

Job Overview

The Assistant Teaching Professor/Educator of Audio Production-Music Production is a full-time non-tenure track faculty position that will teach, advise, mentor and recruit undergraduate digital arts students in Audio Production with a specialization in music production. The academic appointment for this position will be effective August 2, 2026.

Audio Superhero: get ready for your biggest mic drop! You’ll guide students through production, from live performance to studio recording to scoring, integrating music production into digital media. You’ll mentor, recruit, and connect students to the real world, while helping develop the program and curriculum. The School of Digital Arts at Wichita State University invites a leader who will contribute to applied learning and grow the next generation of music producers.

About the School of Digital Arts (SODA) and About CFA: SODA offers a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Media Arts with concentrations including Audio Production, and is a fast-growing part of Wichita State University. The CFA includes four schools and emphasizes arts leadership and industry engagement.

Job Summary

Teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional, hybrid, and online). Foster applied learning in course design and engage with industry projects. Advance knowledge through scholarly activities, mentorship, recruitment, retention, and outreach.

Essential Functions

Meet expectations for teaching and service, as set forth by the department and college.

Job Duties

Teach courses in Songwriting, Music Production, Music Technology, and Musicianship for the Contemporary Artist. The Filmmaking, Acting for Digital Arts, and Game Design concentrations will benefit from a sound design faculty member who can work across these areas.

Required Education and Experience

• Graduate level degree or Equivalent Experience in the Field
• Teaching experience

Faculty Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Audio Production or related field, or significant industry experience.
• Professional experience in music production, songwriting, and contemporary recording techniques.
• Experience with arranging, composition, and musicianship for contemporary artists across genres.
• Experience with studio equipment, production and workflows.
• Record of professional creative work (produced albums, compositions, performances, or media placements).
• Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery and learning activities, including online and blended learning, flexible teaching methods, and applied learning approaches.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with industry-standard DAWs and music software (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years professional experience in field
• Experience with music technology, including MIDI, synthesis, sampling, and digital instrumentation.
• Experience teaching or mentoring students in applied learning environments, such as studios or collaborative projects with filmmakers, actors, or game designers.
• Experience with live sound reinforcement, performance technology, or stage applications is a plus.
• Membership in an industry related professional organization.

Additional Information

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Teaching Philosophy, Portfolio of Creative and/or Scholarly Work (URL): include up to 15 examples of your artistic, creative, or scholarly achievements.

For more information, contact Irving Aguirre, Audio Production Program Coordinator, Chair, Audio Production Search Committee, irving.aguirre@wichita.edu

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position – Frequent 60-90%; Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators – Frequent 60-90%