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School of Art, Design and Media Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Faculty Position in Sound Design for Film and Animation The School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, invites qualified academics to apply for a faculty position as Assistant Professor in Sound Design for Film and Animation. Candidates with expertise in the following areas are encouraged to apply: 1) Extensive experience in mentoring of film and animation graduate and undergraduate students in the conceptualization, planning, execution, and presentation of sound for their projects. The candidate should be aware of contemporary trends as well as the historical developments in a range of professional and independent film and animation genres, and have working knowledge of both analog and digital processes, especially current advanced digital production equipment. Experience in overseeing of student production schedules and ability to work collegially with both faculty and technical staff is a requirement. 2) The candidate should have expertise in designing and teaching courses in best practices for sound recording for film and animation, including topics such as: Microphone, pick patterns, microphone placement, sound isolation, production sound mixing, use of specific recording equipment, and ADR and Foley room recording technique; Supervising and recording ADR/voice recording sessions for final year and thesis projects; Providing individual coaching for voice actors and directors in ADR recording sessions; Supervising student sound design preparation for final re-recording mixes; Collecting, transfer, and reformatting of all audio design files between editing sessions and the re-recording mix stage; Designing and conducting courses that include other important field specific processes, including milestones for film and animation post-production, best practices in sound design technique, and communication with audio collaborators such as the composer and the re-recording mixer; and Designing courses for Sound Design in Film and Animation 3) The candidate should also be able to evaluate guidelines and develop new documentation for best practices in the School of Art, Design and Media environment in collaboration with other faculty and technical staff. ADM is the first comprehensive art school in Singapore. It offers a studio-based professional education in a comprehensive university setting, providing students the knowledge and skills needed to develop and produce groundbreaking artworks and related scholarly activity. ADM also promotes Singapore’s creative culture and identity, and is positioned to play a central role in the transformation of Singapore into a regional centre of media and creativity. Currently, six Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree programs are offered by ADM: Digital Filmmaking, Digital Animation, Digital Photography, Interactive Media, Visual Communication, and Product Design. A rigorous first-year Foundation program including Art History and Theory, paired with a traditional studio interdisciplinary experience and innovative development in new technology and media is common to all. The four-year programs are designed to be relevant regionally and globally, and are structured to meet the highest professional and academic standards worldwide. The School is developing new graduate programmes across all areas of the school. The PhD in Art, Design and Media with a focus on Animation will launch in August 2012. NTU provides excellent opportunities for funded faculty research, and excellent facilities for creative production. The BFA in Digital Filmmaking Degree and the BFA in Animation Degree actively explore and integrate established narrative forms and new technologies for storytelling and experimentation. They focus on independent production in the cultural context of Southeast Asia, and foster individual authorship while contributing to the growth of the film and animation industries in Singapore, Southeast Asia and Asia. The programmes embrace a strongly multicultural approach, and embrace emerging forms of filmmaking and animation made possible by digital technologies, such as visual effects and experimental documentary. The salary offered will commensurate with experience and qualifications. Information on emoluments and general terms and conditions of service is available on the University website. Further information about the University and the School can be viewed at the following websites: NTU : www.ntu.edu.sg ADM : www.ntu.edu.sg/adm To apply, please refer to the Guidelines for submitting an Application for Faculty Appointment (http://www.ntu.edu.sg/ohr/Career/SubmitApplications/Pages/Faculty.aspx) and send your application package [consisting of cover letter, curriculum vitae, personal particulars form, names and addresses of three references (do not send letters of recommendation or placement files), and evidence of work in the field. The evidence may be in the form of DVDs, CDs, websites, and photocopies (text)] to: GOH Sock Peang School of Art, Design and Media Nanyang Technological University 81 Nanyang Drive, Level 3 Singapore 637458 Email: [email protected] Applications must be clearly marked “Junior Faculty Position: Sound Design for Film and Animation, School of Art Design and Media”. Electronic submission of application is encouraged. Review of applications begins in 1 March 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. PerMagnus Lindborg composer | BA Oslo Cursus Ircam DEA Paris-4 | www.permagnus.net assistant professor | School of Art, Design and Media Nanyang Technological University | www.ntu.edu.sg 81 Nanyang Drive | 437458 Singapore | +65.6316.8727 (GMT+8h) CONFIDENTIALITY:This email is intended solely for the person(s) named and may be confidential and/or privileged.If you are not the intended recipient,please delete it,notify us and do not copy,use,or disclose its content. 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