Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Screen SoundTe Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of ArtsDigital ScreenLocated in Otautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New ZealandDevelop UC capacity in Digital Screen in the area of screen soundTeach and provide leadership into the Screen Sound major of the Bachelor of Digital Screen (Honours)Continuing (permanent) position, Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)Au Mahi | What You Will DoUC is investing in NZ's creative economy through building capability, facilities, and technology for the digital screen industry. In the first of its kind in Australasia, UC's new Digital Screen Campus will provide training for future leaders in film production, game development and cross-reality, helping Aotearoa New Zealand play a key role in the future of digital screen convergence. We are seeking a dynamic individual with academic and industry experience to contribute to the new Bachelor of Digital Screen (Honours), with a particular focus on Screen Sound (e.g. storytelling with sound, aesthetics and perceptual aspects of sound, expertise in digital audio technologies and workflows from planning and production to post).You will work alongside the Executive Dean of Arts and the Digital Screen Programme Director to provide leadership into the degree in Screen Sound, and work to develop new courses and qualifications in your area of interest. You will also educate and prepare our students to excel in the digital screen industry, by teaching introductory, intermediate, and advanced classes and supervising senior projects in collaboration with industry partners.You will have the opportunity to:Provide leadership into the development of a new educational discipline in NZ's creative landscapeForge connections across the digital screen disciplines, at the frontier of a converging industryTrain students to produce industry standard creative outputsDeliver exceptional work-ready graduatesWork closely with industry partnersMou | Who You AreYou will have experience of teaching and research in a tertiary education setting, and have experience of, or good links to, the screen sound industry. Ideally you will hold a research degree (MFA, PhD) focusing on an area of screen sound, although applications will be considered from candidates who may not have such a degree but have relevant equivalent industry experience. Your skills and experience will include:Expert knowledge of subject area demonstrated by peer-recognition of creative outputsExperience in a number of the following areas: foley recording/editing, surround mixing, location recording, sound design and editingProfessional standing in areas in screen sound, as appropriate to level of experience as evidenced by industry relationshipsProven experience at implementing effective teaching methodsPractical skills and knowledge that can be demonstrated/applied in a classroom and professional settingThe ability to articulate how sound contributes to the overall aesthetic and perceptual experience in different genres and mediaExperience in a post-production studio environment with deep knowledge of Avid systemsProficiency with audio for digital screen workflows, from planning and production to post-productionA clearly defined creative or research agenda related to audio and the digital screenKnowledge of and growing competence in te reo Maori or other Pacific languages and customs, is an advantageWhat we offerThe University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:Relocation supportWidely accessible sabbatical provisionGenerous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)University and Faculty scholarship support for graduate studentsGenerous annual leave provisionsFlexible working arrangementsSupportive working environmentProfessional development and study opportunitiesA unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as the recreation centre and Staff club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and moreThis role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Academic Support Staff Collective Agreement and the following salary scale applies: Lecturer $89,645 - $108,144 p.a., Senior Lecturer $113,826 - $129,098 p.a.The closing date for this position is: 7 October 2024 (midnight NZ time)Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date and on-campus interviews will take place in mid-November for shortlisted candidates.Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website and should include the following:A cover letter which includes a 2-3 page statement outlining your research interests and goals and teaching philosophy (combined)A Resume which includes a list of relevant research publications (combined)For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr
