JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Bellisario College of Communications’ Film Production and Media Studies Department is seeking applicants for an Associate Teaching Professor position starting August 2026.
Candidates should have undergraduate-level teaching abilities in basic to advanced film production courses, with specific experience in narrative production and post-production. Applicants must be familiar with digital film technology and be able to guide students through the pre-production, production and post-production of individual short films.
Key responsibilities include teaching three courses per semester and student advising. An M.F.A. in Film Production or related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong professional portfolio, one that includes experience writing, producing and directing for film and television, as well as college-level teaching, grant-writing and administrative experience.
This position is funded for three (3) years from the date of hire, with excellent possibility of renewal.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, names and contact information for three professional references. Closing date for applications: April 4, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is identified. For information on the department and its programs, see: http://bellisario.psu.edu/.
The Film Production major offers in-depth study of film and video production, incorporating writing, production (directing, cinematography, sound design, post-production), and production management principles. Narrative, documentary, and alternative forms are explored in a program that encourages critical thinking, idea development and applied practice. Emphasis is on discovering the ability to make creative, aesthetic and content decisions while developing a sense of personal style. The Film Production major is one of five majors in the Bellisario College of Communications and currently serves approximately 140 students. More information about the major can be found at: www.bellisario.psu.edu.
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