Film Studies 2017-2018

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Carleton College (MN) - TT Assistant Professor in LGTBQ Studies - Women's & Gender Studies and Cinema & Media Studies
The Women’s and Gender Studies program (WGST) and Cinema and Media Studies department (CAMS) at Carleton College invites applications for a joint tenure-track position in LGBTQ Studies, starting September 1, 2018. The teaching load is five courses over three ten-week terms—three courses in WGST and two courses in CAMS. We are particularly interested in applicants who will strengthen the departments’ commitments to students from underrepresented groups.

To apply, please visit the Carleton College web site at jobs.carleton.edu to complete the online application by submitting a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, two sample syllabi, and contact information for three letters of recommendation by October 1, 2017. In your letter of application, please describe your preparation for teaching WGST 112 Introduction to LGBTQ Studies as well as additional courses in WGST and CAMS you would like to propose, and your experience advising undergraduate students developing advanced research or analysis papers and projects.

Link to Ad: https://jobs.carleton.edu/postings/3202

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Fairfield University (CT) - TT Asst. Professor - Film Studies (pref. American Cinema)
The Film, Television & Media Arts Program of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts in the College of Arts & Sciences at Fairfield University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Film Studies beginning September 2018. Applicants are expected to have a PhD in Film Studies or other relevant field of study, a strong commitment to excellent teaching including a commitment to innovation and demonstrated excellence in using technology in the classroom, and potential for developing an active research program in their area of specialization.

The area of specialty within Film Studies is open, but preference will be given to candidates with research and teaching interest in the areas of American Cinema. Connections to one of the 19 interdisciplinary programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, such as American Studies, Black Studies, and Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies would be a plus. Applicants should be prepared to teach day and evening courses at the undergraduate level (such as Filmmaker Studies, Film Theory, Screenwriting, Film Genres). The teaching load is 3 courses each semester. The program consists of four full-time faculty, representing a range of specialties and is housed in Xavier Hall, a unique and well-equipped facility.

Requirements: PhD in Film Studies or related field

All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Additional Information: The salary and the benefits for the position are competitive.

Fairfield University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, and members of other historically underrepresented groups. The university will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with a disability.

Application Instructions: Review of applications will begin immediately; for full consideration all material must be submitted by Friday, October 13, 2017. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, a statement of both teaching philosophy and research interests, representative reprints of scholarly work or appropriate multimedia work, and three letters of reference. These should be uploaded to TBA link

For full consideration, please click "Apply Now" and upload the following materials: a curriculum vitae; a letter of application; statement describing program of research; statement of philosophy of teaching; representative reprints of scholarly work or appropriate multimedia work; contact information for three references.

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Indiana University Bloomington (IN) - TT Asst. Professor - Media Theory, Culture, and Technology
The Media School at Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2018. Candidates for this position should have an established record of publication and teaching at the intersection of media theory, culture, and technology. Areas of specialization may include but are not limited to screen studies, emergent media, sound studies, software studies, media history, and technology studies. Digital humanities approaches are welcome. The successful candidate can expect to be working in an innovative, newly-created Media School that brings together cinema and media studies, journalism, communication science, and media production, offering curricular tracks in these areas as well as game design, media management, and media technologies and cultures. The position’s duties include teaching, research, and service. The candidate should have a Ph. D. in Media Studies, Film Studies, or a closely related field or be ABD at the time of application. To ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by October 20, 2017; however, applications will be considered until the position is filled. Interested candidates should review the job description and submit application materials on-line at (http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/4189 ). Questions regarding the position or application process should be directed to: Dr. Stephanie DeBoer, The Media School, Indiana University, 940 E. Seventh Street, Bloomington, Indiana 47405-7108. See more at: http://mediaschool.indiana.edu/

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Kennesaw State University (GA) - TT Assistant Professor of Writing for Stage and Screen
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Writing for Stage and Screen faculty position in the Department of English, College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Position Responsibilities: Kennesaw State University's English Department is accepting applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Writing for Stage and Screen. The position requires teaching courses in playwriting, screenwriting, and writing for TV in the Undergraduate Program in English as well as the MA in Professional Writing program and carries a 3/3 teaching load. Thesis supervision is also required. The successful candidate should be well-versed in the television and film industry, with a strong network of connections within the industry nationally and/or in Georgia. Knowledge of playwriting and connections to its field, as well as teaching experience is ideal. The candidate must be ready to lead writing workshops focused on relevant writing skills.

Auxiliary responsibilities include consulting on course and program development, participating in extra-curricular presentations within the university, and contributing broadly to the vitality of the department and the university community through a variety of service activities. Commitment to excellence in teaching, complemented by strong scholarship and engagement, is expected of all faculty members in KSU's College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Required Education, qualifications, and experience: Terminal degree in TV, film, and/or playwriting, or its foreign equivalent; Applicants with the training, ability, and/or experience equivalent to the minimum degree may be considered; Professional experience in the TV and film industry.

The Department of English at Kennesaw State University offers a B.A. in English; a B.S. in English Education; minors in Film Studies, Professional Writing, and Language and Literary Studies; an M.A. in Professional Writing; and M.A., specialist, and doctoral degrees in Secondary English Education. The department is also home to the Kennesaw Mountain Writing Project and the Georgia Writers Association. Faculty in the department teach in a variety of modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online.

For more than 50 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. Offering campuses in Marietta and Kennesaw, the university is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting with access to one of the country's most dynamic cities. As Georgia's third-largest university, Kennesaw State offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing doctoral program. Designated by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia as a comprehensive university, Kennesaw State is committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional and national level.

For a full description of this position, application deadlines, and application procedures, visit https://facultyjobs.kennesaw.edu.

Kennesaw State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and/or veteran status. Georgia is an Open Records state.

Apply at: https://facultyjobs.kennesaw.edu/postings/4265

Application Deadline Date: 09/15/2017

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Mount Holyoke College (MA) - Assistant Professor - Film and Media Studies (Digital Media Studies)
The Film Studies Program at Mount Holyoke College invites applications for an innovation hire in Film and Media Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin July 2018.

Innovation hires enable us to shape new directions in our curriculum. Innovation hires begin as four-year contracts, but are budgeted as regular tenure-track lines and the process of faculty development and review is identical to those of tenure-track candidates, with reappointment review after three years. At this point, the curricular innovation itself is also reviewed. In the case of a successful reappointment and curricular innovation review, the innovation hire would convert to a tenure track line and proceed as if in the fourth year of a tenure track line

We seek candidates with wide-ranging knowledge of the history and theory of digital moving image media. We are particularly interested in candidates whose work addresses global frameworks and/or is at the intersection of critical race studies and media studies. We welcome applications from innovative scholars with a Ph.D in Media Studies or a related field. Experience in hybrid scholarly/creative practices will be an advantage. The demonstration of effective teaching and mentoring is required.

This position will carry a 2/2 teaching load that will include introductory and intermediate courses that serve the evolving major broadly, as well as advanced courses in the applicant’s specialty. The successful applicant will also have some experience in program building, with interests in transforming a Film Studies Program with new curriculum in Media Studies and in creating cross-disciplinary conversations about visual culture at Mount Holyoke.

The applicant should have a strong commitment to research and undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts college and a demonstrated record of strong teaching at the undergraduate level and experience mentoring students who are broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion.

Applications must be made online at https://jobs.mtholyoke.edu/. Please submit a letter of application, a CV, a writing sample of no more than 25 pages, a statement about your teaching philosophy, and a statement about mentoring a diverse student body. Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf. Electronic prompts to referees will be generated automatically after the completed application has been submitted.

For best consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2017. We will conduct initial video-conference interviews.

Link to Ad: https://jobs.mtholyoke.edu/index.cgi?JA_m=JASDET&JA_s=570

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Oakland University (MI) - TT Asst. Professor - Cinema Studies (Filmmaking)
The Department of English at Oakland University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Cinema Studies, with primary specialization in narrative or documentary filmmaking. The appointment will begin August 15, 2018.

Cinema Studies at OU is an energetic and growing program, with a fall 2017 expansion adding the option of a B.A. in Cinema Studies with a Specialization in Filmmaking. This degree, along with our existing critical studies-focused B.A. in Cinema Studies, integrates theoretical and production-based approaches to film and media.

Required qualifications include: MFA in filmmaking or a related discipline with a primary specialization in narrative or documentary filmmaking; a record of, or potential for, excellent teaching at the undergraduate level; and a significant record of creative activity and exhibition in film and/or video. Fluency in historical and theoretical frameworks for film practice is expected. Experience with contemporary online media platforms and related creative practices is welcome.

Teaching responsibilities would include undergraduate teaching of beginning and intermediate courses in digital filmmaking, upper level courses in narrative and/or documentary filmmaking and other areas of expertise; and the filmmaking thesis capstone course. The teaching load is 3/2. The candidate will also be expected to maintain an active record of creative practice and exhibition, to contribute to the ongoing development of the Cinema Studies program, and to provide service within the department, college, and university.

Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral research institution located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 132 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing.

Applications will be accepted online at https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/12012.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Friday, October 6, 2017, will receive the highest priority. Inquiries should be addressed to Andrea Eis, Search Committee Chair, at [mailto:eis@oakland.edu eis@oakland.edu].

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Occidental College (CA) - Assistant Professor of Media Production and Digital Storytelling
We invite applications for an Assistant Professor of Media Production and Digital Storytelling to join Media Arts & Culture (MAC), a department committed to the integration of media practice, theory, and history within a liberal arts context. The successful candidate would be a critically-engaged practitioner with a compelling body of fiction-based work, who pushes notions of both form and content, as well as demonstrating a commitment to alternative viewpoints and national, ethnic, and socio-cultural differences.

The candidate would teach introductory and advanced-level production courses and critically-informed production or digital storytelling classes, exposing students to an array of historical and emergent approaches to narrative production while also deepening students’ technical capacities. The successful candidate would therefore demonstrate expertise in two or more of the following areas: cinematography and lighting; production sound and sound design; editing and post-production workflows; motion design and animation; screenwriting and narrative theory; directing and performance; audience engagement and distribution; or emergent media forms (i.e. transmedia, installation, AR/VR, interactive storytelling, etc.).

Our location in Los Angeles, one of the most vibrant and ethnically diverse cities in the country, as well as a world hub for film/media and art, provides unparalleled opportunities for experiential learning and community-based storytelling. We seek a candidate whose research and teaching plans engage such potentials—advancing the diversity of perspectives, identities, and voices represented and expressed through media and the forms and routes by which these stories can reach and engage audiences.

We are seeking an actively engaged filmmaker, media artist, or digital storyteller with demonstrated teaching abilities. An MFA or terminal degree in film or media practice is expected at time of appointment. Although not required, a graduate degree in the humanities is a plus.

Occidental is a nationally-ranked small liberal arts college recognized for its diverse student body, its commitment to academic excellence and equity, and its outstanding undergraduate research programs. A standard teaching load is the equivalent of five courses per year. For more information about the College and the Media Arts & Culture Department, please visit the MAC website at http://www.oxy.edu/mac

The deadline for receiving application materials is November 6, 2017. Please submit the following as electronic files to MAC Administrative Assistant Betsy Dillon (macsearch2017@oxy.edu): (1) a cover letter detailing your professional activity and how it resonates with the position criteria, your interest in teaching in a liberal arts environment, and how students may participate in or benefit from your work; (2) a statement of teaching philosophy that includes a discussion of your demonstrated commitment to, past evidence of, and future plans for creating equitable opportunities for learning and mentoring especially for underrepresented students; (3) a link to a professional work sample; (4) names and contact information of three professional references; (5) candidate’s curriculum vitae.

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Salisbury University (MD) - TT Assistant Professor of Cinema Studies
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The English Department at Salisbury University is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Cinema Studies. This is a full-time tenure-track position.

Area of Specialization: Cinema Studies

Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities: Teaching three four-credit courses per semester in introductory and advanced cinema studies courses as well as introductory course in literature and film; helping build the English major concentration in film, as well as a growing film minor, through the design and implementation of new courses, as well as other aspects of curriculum development; and participating in the activities and service of the department and the university. After two years of successful progress towards tenure and promotion in this position, will receive a one course per year download to take on the role of Assistant Editor of Literature/Film Quarterly – a long-standing peer reviewed international journal devoted to the study of adaptation. Candidates are expected to use effective teaching and classroom management strategies which enhance the success of diverse learners.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Cinema Studies or related field. Record of successful teaching and evidence of clear research objectives within cinema studies. Open to all areas of cinema studies expertise including, but not limited to, global cinemas, industrial histories of the medium and/or diverse audiences, documentary, digital humanities, and/or any other areas of specialization that would complement the current film program at SU.

Applications received by October 15, 2017 will receive first consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be contingent upon verification of eligibility to work in the U.S. and is expected to begin in August 2018. Please visit our website http://www.salisbury.edu/HR/careers/ to apply online. See the FAQs of the Online Employment Application System for more information and instructions.

To be considered an applicant, you must apply online and submit the following: a) A letter of application that should indicate the position for which they are applying and then outline education history, teaching experience, and interest (including possible secondary areas of specialization), publication record, scholarly research activities and interests; b) curriculum vitae; and c) three (3) blind letters from professional references provided directly by the reference or by an Online Credential Service Provider sent directly to englishsearch@salisbury.edu. If you have any questions about the position, please contact the Search Chair, Dr. David Johnson at dtjohnson@salisbury.edu. All documents that you wish to provide must be attached to your application on the Online Employment Application System. Please do not send documents via e-mail.

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San Diego State University (CA) - TT Asst. Professor - International and Independent Cinema
The Television, Film, and New Media Program in the School of Theatre, Television, and Film is seeking a film scholar who specializes in international and independent cinema to teach in the critical studies area. Primary duties will include teaching lower division film studies classes and some upper division and graduate courses in film and television history, genre studies, international cinema, and other related courses within the School's curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in film studies or related area in hand required. The candidate should have a minimum of two years teaching experience at the university level and be a published scholar in film and television studies. The candidate should be well versed in the history, theory, and practice of international and independent cinema. Knowledge of production in film and/or television is desirable. The successful candidate will also be qualified to teach the writing of film and television criticism and reviews.

The School of Theatre, Television, and Film is committed to practicing policies of inclusion, equity, diversity, and access in student advising, faculty hiring and mentoring, and the tenure and promotion process. Please visit our website for information about the School and its programs: http://ttf.sdsu.edu.

SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY: With more than 1500 faculty and over 33,000 students, San Diego State University is one of the largest universities in the western United States. Located in a large and ethnically diverse metropolitan center bordering Mexico and on the Pacific Rim, the University uses the social, cultural, scientific, and technical resources of this region to enrich its teaching and research programs. SDSU celebrated its centennial in 1997 and currently offers the Bachelor's degree in 78 areas, the Master's degree in 62 and the Doctorate in 14. SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all. SDSU is seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups.

THE COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES AND FINE ARTS: The College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts comprises 11 diverse departments / schools committed to the pursuit of excellence in academic and artistic endeavors geared to enhancing the human enterprise. The College is recognized for its excellent academic programs that prepare students for professional careers in a wide spectrum of artistic, cultural, educational, social, and technical fields. The College highly values interdisciplinary studies.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Review of applications will begin September 4, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/43033

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Santa Clara University (CA) - TT Assistant Professor in Digital Filmmaking and New Media Technologies and Practices
The Communication Department at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic University located in the Silicon Valley, seeks an assistant professor (tenure track) in the digital filmmaking and new media technology area. We particularly value candidates whose creative projects/research and teaching address one or more of the following aspects of digital filmmaking: film/TV production, virtual reality, fictional narrative production and screenwriting. The new faculty member normally will teach six courses over three quarters, including introductory courses in digital filmmaking, advanced courses in her/his area of specialty, a senior capstone course, and at least one of the following areas of departmental need: global, intercultural, or gender studies.

Tenure-track faculty are teaching scholars who balance a commitment to quality teaching with active programs of research and creative scholarship. Ideal candidates should therefore demonstrate not only potential for excellent undergraduate teaching, but also promise in sustained research and scholarly publication, and service to the department, College or University.

Open Date: 06/29/2017

Close Date: 10/02/2017

Apply at: https://jobs.scu.edu/postings/6082

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Seattle University (WA) - TT Asst. Professor - Film Studies
Seattle University’s Film Studies Program, housed within the English Department, seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Film Studies beginning September 1, 2018.

Candidates will have the capacity to teach across the film studies curriculum, from introductory courses in film to more advanced topics in film history, aesthetics and theory. Additionally, candidates should offer an area of research expertise in one or more of the following areas: New media history and theory; national, transnational, diasporic or exilic film cultures, especially Asian, Latino, African or Indigenous; race/gender/sexuality/intersectional studies and visual culture; or the ability to contribute other new areas to our curriculum.

In keeping with Seattle U's mission of academic excellence and social justice, candidates should have a strong research and teaching record at the college level, and the ability to embed collaborative learning, community outreach and service into their teaching. The successful candidate will teach both general education courses in visual storytelling or visual culture as part of the CORE curriculum, as well as courses designed primarily for Film majors.

Responsibilities include teaching, contributing to current curricular revision and updating of the BA (as well as a possible MFA), developing program partnerships with Seattle film and community organizations, running student film festivals and other special events and helping with the program’s community outreach.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Film or Media Studies or related field (by spring 2018); capacity to teach some film production advantageous.

Seattle University, founded in 1891, is a Jesuit Catholic university located on 50 acres in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. More than 7,400 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within nine schools and colleges. U.S. News and World Report's "Best Colleges 2017" ranks Seattle University 8th in the West among universities that offer a full range of masters and undergraduate programs. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer.

In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit materials online at https://www.seattleu.edu/careers/. To ensure full consideration all applicants must submit one pdf that bundles documents in this order: • curriculum vita • letter of application that demonstrates qualifications for this position including commitment to diversity and Seattle University’s mission, values, and vision • teaching portfolio (teaching statement, 3 sample syllabi and recent teaching evaluations) • statement of research • writing sample (no more than 20 pages) • names and contact information for three referees, with references to be submitted via portfolio or alternative at a later date Applications will close Oct. 15, 2017. Inquiries about the position may be made to Dr. Kirsten Moana Thompson, Director Film Studies Program, thompski@seattleu.edu

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Seattle University (WA) - TT Assistant Professor in Film Production
Position Description: Seattle University’s Film Studies Program, housed within the English Department, seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Film Production beginning September 1, 2018.

His/her creative and critical skills will be in film and new media production with particular strengths in new media storytelling, activism or social justice filmmaking. The ideal candidate might specialize in digital storytelling, documentary or experimental filmmaking, but must also have the capacity to teach across the film production curriculum, from introductory filmmaking to more advanced classes in editing, cinematography or sound design. The ability to teach innovative classes in VR/augmented/360 storytelling, video installation, screenwriting or different modes, such as animation, together with classes in the history or theory of film industries and/or technologies would be an advantage.

In keeping with Seattle U's mission of academic excellence and social justice, candidates will have a strong creative record and successful teaching at the college level, and demonstrate a capacity to embed collaborative learning, community outreach and service learning into their teaching. The successful candidate will teach both general education courses in visual storytelling or visual culture as part of the CORE curriculum, as well as courses designed primarily for Film majors.

Responsibilities include teaching, supervising production equipment purchasing and upgrades, contributing to current curricular revision and updating of the BA (as well as a possible MFA), developing program partnerships with Seattle film and community organizations, running student film festivals and other special events and helping with the program’s community outreach.

Qualifications: MFA or Ph.D. in Film Studies or related field (by Spring 2018) with primary expertise in film production; secondary expertise in Film Studies advantageous.

Seattle University, founded in 1891, is a Jesuit Catholic university located on 50 acres in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. More than 7,400 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within nine schools and colleges. U.S. News and World Report's "Best Colleges 2017" ranks Seattle University 8th in the West among universities that offer a full range of masters and undergraduate programs. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer.

In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit materials online at https://www.seattleu.edu/careers/. To ensure full consideration all applicants must submit one pdf that bundles documents in this order: • curriculum vita; • a letter of application that demonstrates qualifications for this position including commitment to diversity and Seattle University’s mission, values, and vision; • statement of creative production/research(with digital links to creative samples); • a teaching portfolio (teaching statement, 3 sample syllabi and recent teaching evaluations); • names and contact information for three referees, with references to be submitted via portfolio or alternative at a later date. Applications will close Sept 15. Inquiries about the position may be made to Dr. Kirsten Moana Thompson, Director Film Studies Program, thompski@seattleu.edu

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Towson University (MD) - TT Assistant Professor, Film and Media Production
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Position: The College of Fine Arts and Communication invites applications for a tenure-track, 10-month Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronic Media and Film beginning August 2018.

Qualifications: MFA/terminal degree in film and media production at the time of appointment, and demonstrated success as a classroom teacher. Must possess a strong record of producing his/her own media work, and have a demonstrated track record of achievement in film festivals and other distribution channels. The ideal candidate is experienced in small-crew narrative production; well-versed in helping students craft meaningful, ethical work that could engage with the greater Baltimore community; and will work to expand the department’s offerings in new, emerging, and interdisciplinary methods of visual storytelling and content delivery.

Responsibilities: The department seeks a dynamic media maker with the technical skills and all around production knowledge to provide professional expertise, teaching excellence, and inspiring mentorship to our undergraduate students. From diversity in the curriculum to providing students with the opportunity to learn from individuals with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, the Department of Electronic Media and Film is committed to providing its students with a vibrant and diverse educational experience. The typical teaching load includes teaching two sections of foundation courses in the film and video production curriculum, as well as one section of either cinematography, editing and advanced post-production techniques, or narrative filmmaking. Teaching these courses requires integrating technical and conceptual skills in hands-on media production and storytelling, using professional tools and techniques, as well as emerging mobile platforms, consumer gear, and internet-ready production methods.

Faculty assigned an instructional workload of six (6) course units per academic year for the first year. Beginning the second year the workload reverts back to the standard instructional workload of seven to eight (7-8) course units per academic year with the possibility of reassigned time for scholarship or additional service. Scholarship and service are also required. Creative scholarship should demonstrate a commitment to professional development in the candidate’s field of study. For service, the faculty member will participate in committees at the departmental, college, and/or university level, help with student advising, and build commitment engagement.

The Department: The department (http://www.towson.edu/emf) offers a major in Electronic Media and Film with concentrations in Film, Video, and Digital Media; Radio/Audio; and Film and Media Studies. The department enrolls approximately 400 majors and 100 minors served by 14 full-time and 20 part-time faculty.

Towson University: Towson University (http://www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U. S. News and World Reports as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, is Baltimore’s largest university, and is the largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of Maryland System. TU enrolls almost 19,000 undergraduates and over 3,000 graduate students across six academic colleges (business, education, fine arts, health professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has over 865 full-time faculty, and offers more than 65 bachelor’s, 45 master’s, and 5 doctoral programs. Our centrally located campus sits on 330 rolling green acres and is 10 miles north of Baltimore, 45 miles north of Washington D.C., and 95 miles south of Philadelphia.

Application Process: The deadline for submission of all materials is October 13, 2017. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, an online link to a creative portfolio of 2 to 4 media projects for which the applicant served in a key creative capacity (i.e. director, cinematographer, producer), evidence of teaching effectiveness, three letters of recommendation (emailed), and an unofficial graduate transcript to:

Kimberly Merriken, Administration Assistant, Department of Electronic Media and Film, Towson University, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252-0001.

Applications should be submitted via email to kmerriken@towson.edu. Please indicate “Assistant Professor – Production Position” in subject line.

A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

Please be sure to visit http://www.towson.edu/odeo/employment/resources/data.html to complete a voluntary on-line applicant data form. The information you provide will inform the university’s affirmative action plan and is for statistical-related purposes only. The information will not be used for any other purpose. Please note that the search number for which you have applied is: COFAC-N-3107.

Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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University of Illinois at Chicago (IL) - TT Asst. Professor - Disability Studies (incl. Film and/or Media Studies)
The Department of Disability and Human Development is hiring a tenure-track assistant professor beginning in the academic year 2018-2019. The applicant should teach disability studies in the humanities with an interdisciplinary approach in one or more of these areas: cultural studies, gender and women’s studies, queer/crip studies, neurodiversity, race and ethnicity, mad studies, Deaf studies, intersectional analysis. Within these interdisciplinary approaches we are looking for someone who specializes in the study of literature, media, and/or film from the point of view of US or non-US context.

The applicant should have, in addition to experience teaching graduate students, extensive experience in teaching undergraduates. Furthermore, the applicant should have substantial experience in course development.

Interested applicants should submit a description of past research and future plans, curriculum vitae, a writing sample, and the names of three professional references. For more information and fullest consideration please apply online by November 15, 2017 at: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=80801

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University of Toronto, Mississauga (CAN) - TT Asst. Professor - East Asian Cinema
The Department of Visual Studies at the University of Toronto, Mississauga campus invites applications for a full-time, tenure-stream appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of East Asian Cinema. The expected start date will be July 1, 2018.

The Department welcomes applications from scholars of East Asian Cinema working in any area of the field. We encourage applicants with an emphasis on film philosophy and/or critical theory but other approaches are also welcomed.

Applicants must have earned a PhD in Cinema Studies, East Asian Studies, or a closely related discipline by the date of appointment or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and research. The successful candidate will play an important role in undergraduate teaching in the Department of Visual Studies and at the graduate level in the Cinema Studies Institute. The candidate will also be affiliated with the Department of East Asian Studies. The candidate will supervise and mentor students, participate in the affairs of the Department of Visual Studies and the Cinema Studies Institute, and conduct innovative research at the highest international level.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, strong letters of reference, and teaching materials, including a teaching dossier, submitted with the application. Excellence in research is demonstrated by the quality of the writing sample, publications in (or forthcoming in) top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals, presentations at major conferences, awards and accolades, evidence of an innovative research program, and strong endorsements by referees of high standing.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research, and live in one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the world.

All qualified applicants are invited to apply online by clicking on the following link: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1701397.

Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and teaching evaluations), a statement outlining current and future research interests, and a writing sample (c. 30 pages). If you have questions about this position, please contact dvschair.utm@utoronto.ca. All application materials should be submitted online. Materials must be received by October 18, 2017. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Debra Burrowes at dvschair.utm@utoronto.ca.

The UofT application system can accommodate up to fifteen attachments (8.3MB per attachment) per candidate profile; please combine attachments into one or two PDF/MS Word format files. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.

Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters (signed and on institutional letterhead) directly to the department via e-mail to dvschair.utm@utoronto.ca by the closing date, October 18, 2017.

For more information about the Department of Visual Studies, please visit https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/dvs/.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority

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===University of Tulsa (OK) - TT Assistant Professor of Media Studies and Film Studies=== The University of Tulsa invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Media Studies and Film Studies. An MFA is required, or a PhD with significant production experience. The position commences August 2018.

We seek a candidate who excels in teaching and practicing media/film storytelling (fiction and nonfiction), who demonstrates knowledge in digital production and postproduction (including Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro), and who can make innovative contributions to our evolving production-oriented curriculum. The candidate must be actively involved in media production and must have teaching experience at the university level. Responsibilities include 1) teaching core undergraduate media production/postproduction courses and instructing students in the use of relevant equipment and programs; 2) working with fellow faculty in Media Studies and Film Studies in the development of production curriculum and other related materials; 3) supervising and maintaining production studio and labs; 4) facilitating connections with media/film producers locally, regionally, and nationally; 5) devising and implementing recruitment strategies for attracting students to the Departments of Media Studies and Film Studies.

The Department of Film Studies encompasses film and media production and editing, film history and theory, film scoring, and screenwriting. The Department of Media studies encompasses media history, criticism, and theory, with an emphasis on American social, political, and cultural contexts.

The Departments of Media Studies and Film Studies are part of the Henry Kendall College of Arts & Sciences, one of five colleges at The University of Tulsa (TU). TU, one of the oldest private educational institutions in Oklahoma, ranks in U.S. New and World Report's top 50 private schools in the United States. Information about TU and the Henry Kendall College of Arts & Sciences programs may be found at https://artsandsciences.utulsa.edu/.

Tulsa is one of the most livable and affordable cities in the United States with a metropolitan population of over 930,000, and a cost of living index of 85% of the national average. Its lively arts and culture scene includes three major museums (the Philbrook Museum of Art, the Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art, and the Gilcrease Museum), a diverse music scene, and a thriving community of media producers and aficionados. Tulsa's historic independent movie theatre, Circle Cinema, frequently collaborates with TU and provides special screenings, industry panels, and student internships through events like the Tulsa American Film Festival.

Review of applications will begin October 15, 2017, and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Tulsa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristic, including, but not limited to individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status.

Please submit the following documents as a single pdf in the order listed to film-media@utulsa.edu with the subject line "Media Studies and Film Studies Search": (1) a cover letter detailing your qualificatons, your teaching philosophy, and your experience and goals in media/film production; (2) a curriculum vita with contact information for three references; and (3) links to production samples, each sample limited to ten minutes in length.

Send email inquiries to: Prof. Jeff Van Hanken, Search Committee Chair: jeff-vanhanken@utulsa.edu

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Western Washington University (WA) - TT Assistant Professor of Film Studies (Global Cinema)
The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning September 2018. This is a position in Film Studies, focused on teaching and scholarly activity in Global Cinema. Specialization in an additional area of film studies that will complement and expand our current film offerings is preferred.

About the College/Department: The department has 32 tenure-line faculty members and offers B.A. programs in Literature and Creative Writing, an M.A. program in English Studies, and an M.F.A. program in Creative Writing. The department also offers minors in Film Studies, Linguistics, and Writing Studies, as well as courses that provide training in composition/rhetoric, professional and technical writing, editing and publishing, and teacher preparation. The Department of English is committed to the University’s mission to bring together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university that develops the potential of learners and the well-being of communities. To this end, we encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity.

To learn more about the Department of English visit: https://chss.wwu.edu/english

Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students, and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 83,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the Cascade mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western is the highest-ranking public, master’s-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, according to the 2017 U.S. News & World Report rankings.

Position Responsibilities: Standard quarter system teaching assignment (currently 2-2-2), with specialty courses at the undergraduate and M.A. levels, general education courses, and other courses depending on the candidate’s interests and departmental needs; exemplary teaching, including fulfilling teaching responsibilities in ways that support an equitable and inclusive learning environment for students; a rigorous program of scholarly activity; service to the department through a range of activities including advising and contributions to the development of programs and curricula.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Film Studies or related field by June 15, 2018; Expertise in an area of global cinema; Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching; Demonstrated currency, and potential for strong scholarship and publication, in the field of film studies Ability to cultivate learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated commitment to film studies curriculum and program development; Specialization in an additional area of film studies that will complement our existing film offerings in queer and experimental cinemas; Ability to teach courses in either theory or literature, or courses that combine film and literature.

Academic Emphasis: English, Film Studies. Job Location: Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Bargaining Union: United Faculty of Western Washington. Application Instructions and Requested Documents: To be considered for the position, application materials must be submitted via WWU’s Electronic Application System for Employment (EASE). Please log in below, and use Internet Explorer to fully utilize the online application system.

Candidates should upload a letter of application, CV, and graduate transcripts. Materials should clearly evidence how the applicant’s experience (academic or non-academic) has prepared them to effectively teach Western’s increasingly diverse student body. Additionally, three letters of recommendation are required; confidential letters should be sent either by the recommenders themselves or a dossier delivery service (e.g. Interfolio) to the Film Studies Search Committee at English@wwu.edu.

Screening interviews will be arranged as videoconferences in January. For consideration for a January screen interview, applications must be received by October 27,2017. Finalist interviews will be conducted on campus.

Other Information: Follow Western Employment on Facebook and @WWUEmployment on Twitter.

LINK: https://jobs.wwu.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=7605

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