Film Scoring and/or Music Production Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

Position Details Film Scoring and/or Music Production Instructor - Pool Job #JPF10561 Salary: $3,000 per course, per quarter Location: Los Angeles, CA Qualified Applicants Qualified applicants possessing teaching experience and professional experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply: Film Scoring Instrumentation Orchestration Recording Mixing and Editing Techniques for Film Composers Composing for Video Games Composing for Animation Music Production Songwriting A&R Music Management Music Publishing Music Licensing Entertainment Law as it pertains to the Music Industry Music Marketing Tour Management Music Supervision Professional Experience All instructors should have current or recent professional experience in Film Scoring, the Music Business, or Music Production so that they can help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of the film scoring and/or music industry today. Teaching Format Classes are offered online, in person, or live online via Zoom. In‑person/live online courses meet once a week for 11 weeks, typically evenings from 7-10pm. Online courses are asynchronous with deadline‑driven assignments. Instructor Duties Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements, in consultation with the UCLA Extension Portfolio Director and Portfolio Manager. Use subject‑matter expertise to impart knowledge to students and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (e.g. make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.). Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning. Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum. Utilize Canvas as a course support platform in in‑person/remote via Zoom courses, and as the delivery platform in online and hybrid courses. Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner, no later than 2 weeks after course end date. Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner. Communicate with Portfolio Director and Portfolio Staff in a timely manner. Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all new‑hire paperwork, submitting updated quarterly syllabus, posting bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website, accepting quarterly contract, submitting required textbook orders, and communicating classroom needs to the appropriate people. Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs. Assisting in occasional program activities such as open houses, guest lecturing, community events. Employ culturally sensitive teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations. Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of Screenwriting. Respond to student inquiries about final grades and consult with Portfolio Director as needed. Maintain a record of final grades for up to 13 months following the last class session. Special Conditions Instructors are hired on a quarterly contract basis. Compensation is $3,000 per course, per quarter. Courses are typically 33 hours. Qualifications Basic Qualifications Professional experience in the area that you apply to teach in. Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity. Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area. Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information. Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence. Proficiency in or willingness to learn the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools, even if your assignment is in person or remote via Zoom. Preferred Qualifications College‑level and/or continuing education teaching experience preferred. Experience designing curriculum and measuring student performance preferred. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Employment Conditions As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy ( UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties APM - 035: Afformative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment ( #J-18808-Ljbffr UCLA Fielding School of Public Health