Job Description Role Overview
n The Assistant/Associate Professor – Sound Design will teach, mentor and contribute to curriculum development in sound design, audio post-production, and related areas within film, media and creative arts programmes. The role involves academic delivery, practical training, research/creative practice and industry engagement.
n Key Responsibilities
n n Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Sound Design, Audio Post-Production, Sound Recording, Mixing and related subjects.
n Design and update curriculum, course content and practical modules aligned with industry standards.
n Supervise student projects, short films, documentaries and creative works involving sound design.
n Conduct and guide research or creative practice in sound and audio technologies.
n Collaborate with faculty across film production, editing, cinematography and media disciplines.
n Engage with industry professionals and facilitate workshops, masterclasses and placements.
n Contribute to departmental activities, academic administration, and quality assurance processes.




n n Required Qualifications
n n Master's degree (or higher) in Sound Design, Film Sound, Audio Engineering, Music Technology or a closely related field from a recognised institution.
n For Assistant Professor: Relevant teaching/industry experience (preferably 2+ years).
n For Associate Professor: Significant teaching, research, or professional experience (typically 8+ years) with evidence of academic or creative contributions.
n Robust practical expertise in sound design tools and workflows (Pro Tools, Nuendo, Adobe Audition, Logic Pro, or equivalent).
n Ph.D. in the relevant field will be an advantage
n n Preferred Attributes
n n Industry experience in film, OTT, advertising, or music production.
n Portfolio of professional sound design work.
n Experience in curriculum development and student mentorship.
n Research publications, creative outputs, or festival recognitions (advantageous).
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📌 Associate Professor/Assistant Professor-Sound Design (Bengaluru)
🏢 RV University
📍 Bengaluru