Audio/Music Production Teachers, Asheville, NC

Job Description:

Audio/Music Production Teacher, Asheville, NC We are seeking an energetic and passionate Music Production Instructor to teach at risk middle and high school students the art of music production using a digital audio workstation (DAW). As an instructor, you'll work with students on projects involving artists, commercials, games, Foley, and ADR. Our ideal candidate is someone who is: Familiarity with multiple music genres A great communicator Able to maintain a high-energy, fast-paced, and fun learning environment Patient and skilled in problem-solving Candidates are required to live either in the county or within 30 miles of the city for the job posting.

Class Size and Assistance:

Classes will range from 3 to 15 students (13-18 yrs old) An assistant will be assigned to larger classes

Physical Requirements:

Lifting 35 lbs. Pushing tables and chairs into position Sitting and standing Setup and take down of portable studio equipment.

Job Type:

Part-Time- Tuesdays (8) hours a week.

Classroom hours vary:

12:00pm-3:00pm, 3:00pm-6:30pm and 4:00pm-7:00pm. Remaining hours; Training, documentation, meetings and transporting youth in company van.

Compensation:

Paid $27.00 an

Hour Experience Level:

Professional:

Minimum 4 years or more of professional music production experience

Bilingual:

Not mandatory but a plus

Demo/Portfolio/Samples:

MP3s of professional production projects you have completed for artist(s), band(s), and/or professional commercial audio projects

Location:

Classes held at : University of North Carolina.

Relocation:

No relocation; only local candidates should apply. Candidates are required to live either in the county or within 30 miles of the job location. All candidates must live in the state of North Carolina.

Skills & Software Knowledge:

Required:

Proficiency in music production and knowledge of Studio One, Reason, Logic Pro, and Pro Tools. Windows, Apple, Android, and iOS systems.

Pluses:

Proficiency in Video production, including Basic video production, Lighting, and storytelling, is a plus.

Required Equipment:

Must own a laptop (Windows or Mac) Key Qualifications, our ideal candidate will possess the following: Advanced proficiency with DAWs Demonstrated advanced production experience based on commercial demos Proficient in music theory and piano enough to compose and arrange professional music Understands all aspects of the recording and music production process and is able to easily communicate with others Instructing youth in music composition Organized, exceptionally detail-oriented, focused, punctual, responsible, and reliable Demonstrated visual arts skills (portfolio review will be part of the interview process) Experience teaching or working with kids is preferred (but not required) An authentic "can do!" personality, as well as a natural tendency to be proactive and take initiative

Additional Duties:

Complete required daily documentation within allotted and specified timelines. This includes intakes, notes and referrals and attendance, etc. Completes and actively participate in all necessary training and professional development. Transporting youth, in company vans; pickup/drop-off Call or send resume to: Kimberly Castano, Executive Director at 828-226-5533. kim@aspirenc.org maria@aspirenc.org

Pay:

$27.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person