MUST111 A - Intro. to Live Sound Production F26 REPOSTED

Position Summary

: This course walks students through the basics to be able to run a live sound event, and how to amplify instruments for great sound in live performance. The course includes theory and science of sound, as well as applied practice in setting up instruments, monitors, mics and sound boards, and how to run sound for optimal live sound. This course assumes that students have no experience in amplified sound.

Qualifications – Required: A Masters degree in contemporary commercial music or significant professional experience working in live sound in professional and semi-professional contexts. Demonstrated experience teaching live sound in postsecondary contexts or other contexts. Knowledge of theory and science of sound, as well as practical application in live performance contexts.

Qualifications – Assets and Preferences:

Salary: $5,106.20

Application Deadline: July 8, 2026

Submit with Application:

Required for All Applicants

• CV

Required for External Applicants

• Names and Contact Information for 3 Referees
• Evidence of Good Teaching
• Verification of highest degree
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional

• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier
• Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)
• Impact on students and student success can also be included

Note: A Cover Letter is not expected (unless noted as required) as the CAF will include information that is typically included in a Cover Letter.

Applications may be addressed to:

Music Part-Time Appointment Committee

Faculty of Music

Questions about this posting may be sent to:

Demian Kogutek

Chair, Part-Time Appointment Committee

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Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier’s core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at . Candidates from other equity-deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contract Equity and Accessibility at . We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posted in an alternative format, please contact Faculty Relations at .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Members of the equity-deserving groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online.

All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part-time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.