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Description:
Located in Redmond, Washington, DigiPen Institute of Technology is a small college that offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Game Design, Digital Audio and Music, Computer Engineering, and Digital Art and Animation, as well as Master’s degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. DigiPen Institute of Technology has been ranked one of the top 5 game design schools in the country by the Princeton Review for more than a decade. To learn more, visit: https://www.digipen.edu/ .
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Extensive knowledge of the subject areas in which the individual is responsible for instruction
- Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development
- Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction
- Specialized knowledge in Computer Sciences as needed, such as: scientific and information visualization, user experience, computer organization
- Skills in Word, PowerPoint, Moodle, and MS Teams
QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES
- Professional experience in music and audio production for video games
- In-depth knowledge of principles and practices of music theory and audio production for software development.
- Proven proficiency with current commercial audio production tools.
- Undergraduate degree in music production or audio engineering
- Relevant academic experience and/or relevant industry experience
- Team player with ability to solve problems independently
- Solid grounding in interdisciplinary teaching
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Comfortable with technology
- Ability to accommodate a wide variety of learning styles, special needs, etc.
Responsibilities:
- Mentor Sound Design students on multi-disciplinary teams
- Teach courses in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
- Prepare and submit (on Moodle) timely grade reports and other reports on student performance
- Demonstrate evidence of teaching experience that supports a diverse student body and individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
- Organize class activities, demos, and assignments
- Relate assignments and tests to learning outcomes
- Work with Student Teaching Assistants, if required, supervising their timecards and reviewing their weekly hours
- Provide input, create, and improve course materials
- Offer weekly office hours (does not apply to private instructors)
- In-person teaching, with online classes when necessary, located in Redmond, WA