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Visiting Instructor of Entertainment Industry Studies (Music)

Employer
Albright College
Location
Reading, Pennsylvania

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About Albright College

Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations.

At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and backgrounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity.  In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position.  Read the college’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community.

Albright College, a liberal arts college in Reading, PA, is seeking applications for a Visiting Instructor of Music.  The Visiting Instructor of Entertainment Industry Studies will serve in the Albright College Music Department and contribute to the ongoing creative and intellectual development of our undergraduate students. This Visiting Instructor will primarily teach courses such as Entertainment Law, Artist Management, Event Promotion, Entertainment Marketing, and Introduction to Music Business. In addition to our academic programs, the Music Department also actively supports Albright's unique interdisciplinary academic mission with coursework and creative projects that invite a cross-­disciplinary approach to learning. A strong focus on music business, entertainment industry studies, and/or arts administration is required prior to appointment.

In our search for new colleagues to join our dedicated faculty, we look for demonstrated commitment to the values of a liberal arts education in service to Albright’s mission, namely, “to inspire and educate the scholar and leader in each student, building on a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences and a commitment to the best of human values, fostering a commitment to a lifetime of service and learning.” That commitment includes keen attention to issues of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all aspects of our work.

Review of applications for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should complete an application by clicking “Apply Now”.  Cover letter, a minimum of two professional references and any other supporting application materials can be uploaded in one document along with the curriculum vitae.  Optional documents may be submitted and can include: proof of education/certification, licenses, and letters of recommendation.  Albright offers a competitive benefits package, which includes tuition remission.

About Reading, Pa.

Ranked a “Best Place to Live” and “Best Place to Retire” by U.S. News & World Report, Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College’s 118 acre campus is located in the city’s historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading’s 9,000 seat Santander Arena or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s — only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through West Reading’s artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania’s spectacular autumn display from the top of Reading’s Pagoda, a kayak on Blue Marsh Lake, or from a scenic steam train ride. Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified biking and hiking trails. The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer’s ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA baseball team.

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