Professor of Practice - Music Industry Job at Georgia State University in Atlant
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30383
Position Information
Posting Number: F00460P
Classification Title: Professor of Practice
Position Title: Professor of Practice – Music Industry
Position Type: Full Time Faculty
Posting Type: Internal/External
Open Date: 12/19/2025
Review of Applications Begins: 01/19/2026
Close Date: 06/30/2026
Department
School of Music
College of the Arts
Campus: Atlanta
About the Department
The School of Music is part of the College of the Arts and partners with Atlanta’s thriving arts and music industries.
Position Description
- Foster the development of a world‑class Music Production & Audio Recording program within the Bachelor of Science in Music Industry degree.
- Teach undergraduate courses in Music Production, Audio Recording, Audio Post and related areas, and oversee and manage studio spaces.
- Develop and curate co‑curricular and public‑facing programming (workshops, master classes, residencies, concerts) and build community/industry partnerships that go beyond the classroom.
- Provide leadership for students and projects undertaken in partnership with MTM Standard, GSU’s student‑led entertainment company.
- Service including participation in university and/or departmental committees, activity in professional organizations, recruitment, and educational or creative activities that contribute to an active portfolio in the field.
Required Experience
- Demonstrable record of success in sound and music production, audio recording, live sound reinforcement, and audio post‑production.
- Technical and working knowledge of leading digital audio workstations such as Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton and industry‑standard plugins.
- Knowledge and understanding of recording environments, workflows, and management of client expectations and deliverables.
Required Education
Industry‑recognized experience, ideally at least 10 years, in a commercial music company, recording studio, publishing company, post‑production facility, or as a working artist or producer.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
None specified.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
A criminal background check is required.
Salary
$60,000
Application Information
Apply by January 19, 2026 at https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6502
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
Search Chair: Xieyi Zhang, Assistant Professor – xzhang90@gsu.edu
Departmental Contact: Julia Bullard – jbullard@gsu.edu