Assistant Chair of Electronic Production and Design

Job Description:

Berklee College of Music is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Chair of the Electronic Production and Design Department. As one of the leading music technology programs in the world, Electronic Production and Design offers a curriculum that’s grounded in electronic music production, sound design, sound for visual media and immersive technologies, electronic music performance, new musical instrument design, and creative coding. We offer an undergraduate major (EPD), a Sound Design for Video Games specialization, an Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Principal Instrument Program, and an Electronic Performance major and minor. Our curriculum is based on the innovative use of technology, informed by practical applications of research in the field that prepares students for a broad range of careers.

The Electronic Production and Design Department includes 35+ faculty members. Many of the faculty provide classroom instruction and directed study specifically for EPD majors, while others teach music technology courses across the college, including the college core technology class that is taken by all Berklee students. 

The Assistant Chair will work under the direction and supervision of the Chair and serve as an academic administrator within the Department. The ideal candidate should have advanced expertise in electronic music composition and/or sound design. Significant experience in new and innovative music technologies, modern electronic music production, modular synthesis, video game and immersive sound design, new musical instrument design, and creative coding is preferred. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enhance the student experience and contribute to the advancement of the Department's, Division's, and College's endeavors. 

• Assist the Chair and faculty in driving departmental objectives and completing assigned tasks.

• Oversee the department in the absence of the Chair.

• Provide guidance to students regarding academic program options, course selection, and course planning, as well as offer career advice.

• Facilitate communication with technical classroom support staff

• Teach a minimum of one course per fall/spring semester

• Participate in faculty hiring and mentoring to maintain the excellence and relevance of the academic programs.

• Contribute to the development, review, and evaluation of the department’s curriculum to prepare students to thrive in their future careers

• Cultivate and sustain an inclusive environment that embraces all community members irrespective of their identities, values diversity, and wholeheartedly welcomes a multitude of viewpoints.

• Organize extracurricular events and activities to broaden students' learning experiences and foster a sense of community.

• Facilitate Department-sponsored guest artists and events

• Represent the department at advising and admissions events and other activities, to share information about the department’s programs, and create opportunities for collaboration within and outside the Berklee community.

• Serve on department, division, and college committees to support Berklee’s mission and strategic goals.

• Maintain professional engagement through relevant music, sound design, and/or new music technology fields 

• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree in music technology or a related field or equivalent industry experience 

• Substantial college or university teaching experience preferred

• Administrative experience in higher education or the music industry preferred

• Expertise in advanced electronic music production and sound design 

• Professional experience in a music technology-related field. Game sound or new music technologies, such as new musical instrument design experience preferred.  

• A record of industry engagement and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with music industry constituencies, organizations, and academic partners

• Demonstrated interest in staying updated with educational trends, implementing new teaching methodologies, and contributing to curriculum development

• Commitment to excellence in the education of new music technologists and a capacity to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, handle deadlines, and help to oversee departmental operations effectively.

• A strong commitment to student advising, mentorship, and overall student success

• Proficiency in administrative technology coupled with attention to detail

START DATE

The position will be open until filled. This is a 12-month administrative position with a renewable contract. 

SUBMISSION PROCESS: Electronic applications only. Please submit the following materials in PDF or Word format at berklee.edu/jobs . All application materials can be combined as one file and uploaded to the Resume/Cover letter application section.

Candidates should submit:

• Letter of Application

• Current resume or CV

• Names and contact information for at least three (3) references

• Links to websites or online resources with representative samples of your work

Berklee College of Music is committed to increasing the diversity of the college
community and the curriculum.  Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee : 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.  Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [email protected] or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:
Chair