Catalyst Institute for Creative Arts and Technology is an international, creative production learning community based at the extraordinary Funkhaus facility. We deliver BA and MA degree programmes in music production, film, visual effects, and screen acting to students from more than 50 countries. Our courses are based on the values and concepts of progressive education whilst complying with the rigorous requirements of a UK university qualification. We encourage students to push their creative boundaries way beyond what they thought possible at the same time as engaging with their personal growth as a human being.
We aim to become THE international creative production and performance learning institution of choice for students from around the world. We are dedicated to building a diverse team in our multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from minority groups and women.
About the role
We’re currently looking for experienced freelance tutors to join our team here at Catalyst Berlin. We are interested in applicants with industry and academic experience in one or more of the following areas:
-Music Production (beyond bedroom production)
-DAW based tools, techniques and processes
-Proficient in Pro Tools to a professional level
-A vision for Music Production and how it could be taught
-Music Production Technology
-A broad understanding of musical and compositional concepts
Key accountabilities
Writing and developing schemes of work and content for workshops.
Delivering classes, workshops, lectures, seminars and tutorials.
Monitoring student progress and providing academic support.
Assessing and grading student submissions.
Providing feedback to programme lead and attending programme meetings.
Experience with online teaching would be beneficial.
About you
Prior experience in teaching preferable.
A bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent industry experience.
Fluent in English, both spoken and written (other languages are a bonus).
Ability to deliver different narratives with an inspiring personal perspective.
An open mind and supportive approach to teaching.
Strong motivational skills to draw students into study.
Interested in helping to build a growing creative community.
Willingness to develop your teaching capabilities .
Available to teach weekly between mid-September 2021 and mid-May / end-July 2022 (depending on different semesters and not including semester breaks and holidays).
Ability to adapt and improvise when necessary.
What can you expect from us
Opportunity to learn and exchange experiences with a vibrant creative community.
Dynamic and fast changing work environment.
Encouragement to express yourself and take initiative in shaping your role.
Freedom to express yourself within your specific academic focus.
Possibilities to develop yourself as teacher as well as a music professional.
Next steps
Instead of sending a traditional cover letter, describe to us in 500 words your perspective on music education and how you feel it could develop (in PDF format). Please also include your most recent CV (in PDF format). Link to some examples of your work or portfolio (if available) - this can be included in your CV document.
Please email us your application documents to
[email protected], include ‘Music Tutor’ in your subject.
We will be accepting applications until 29.08.2022. Relevant candidates will most likely be invited for initial online interviews between 30.08. - 09.09.2022.
We look forward to hearing from you!
