Sound Lecturer

About the role

SAE Institute, North Coast campus, is seeking a Sound Lecturer to join its academic team. The post requires impeccable academic integrity, strong student support, academic content development, evaluation and moderation, and support for the institute's vision and mission. It is a full-time position based in Ballito.

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate learning according to course learning outcomes, with a focus on practical application, theoretical frameworks, workflow and technique
• Mentor students, hold consultations and facilitate learning opportunities
• Research content to develop learning material and lesson plans
• Encourage flexible learning styles, meta-learning, co-operative learning, self-regulated learning and 21st Century Skills
• Evaluate, moderate, invigilate and assess learning
• Keep accurate records of evidence such as attendance and assessment results
• Adhere to SAE policies and procedures and perform other duties assigned by the Head of Academics

Required profile

• NQF Level 8 (Honours) qualification in Music or Sound; a Master's degree is preferable, a PGCHE is advantageous
• Substantial experience in sound production (minimum 3 years)
• Experience facilitating learning (minimum 2 years); recent academic or training experience preferred
• Very good understanding of academic integrity
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and organisation skills, good time management
• Ability to design practical and theoretical assessments and teaching materials
• Collaborative approach with fellow lecturers and the Head of Academics
• Rights to live and work in South Africa

Required skills

• Proficiency with industry-standard equipment and software including Pro Tools, Ableton and Wavelab
• Live sound and event sound setup and equipment experience
• Proficiency with studio mixing consoles and hardware
• Classroom management and workshop facilitation