Job Description

About ARU:

We are ranked in the world\xe2\x80\x99s top 350 institutions in the 2022 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and we are a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research. Our research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical and creative fields. We deliver impactful research which tackles pressing issues and makes a real difference to our communities. Our academic excellence has been recognised by the UK\xe2\x80\x99s Higher Education funding bodies, with 16 of our research areas assessed as world-leading. In 2021, we were awarded the Queen\xe2\x80\x99s Anniversary Prize for our world-leading music therapy work.

About the Role:

Cambridge School of Creative Industries is one of 3 Schools in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at ARU\xe2\x80\x94 a hub of creative and cultural innovation with a diverse and energetic research culture. We nurture creativity through experimentation and risk-taking, and encourage critical thinking to educate, entertain, inspire and understand people, as well as improving their lives. We work with a large number of partners in the creative and cultural industries to enrich the cultural life of our students, our University and local communities.

The Music/Music Technology department are seeking a highly knowledgeable and experienced individual to join our team as a Music Business Module Instructor. We are looking for team players with a proven track record in teaching and industry. You will be able to work to tight deadlines, working independently with minimum supervision and liaising closely with senior colleagues from our partners and key stakeholders. You will have a degree or higher degree and will have professional practice commensurate with the stage of your career.

This role involves teaching various aspects of the music industry, including the evolution of the music industry locally, nationally, and globally, recording industry practices, music/video streaming services and their business models, the \'direct to fan\' business model, A&R and artist management, label management, music festivals and live event management, legal/practical implications of covers and sample clearance, music copyright in the digital age, music publishing, royalties and publishing deals, setting up your own publishing company, music in the global marketplace, emerging global markets, international publishing and licensing, music branding and promotion, press kits and pitching, and music journalism.

Applications can be made by sending a CV and a short cover letter to Dr William Campbell at william.campbell@aru.ac.uk.

We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package. Visit our page for full details.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff to share this commitment.

We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working.

Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working.

We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

In accordance with the UK Government\xe2\x80\x99s immigration points-based system, this post does not meet the characteristics of a skilled job including salary criteria to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route.

Guidance Notes:

For a list of key requirements, please download the and Person Specification above. To apply for this role please demonstrate how your skills and experience match the criteria in the person specification.

Anglia Ruskin University