Assistant Professor, Cinematography & Film Production

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Cinematography and Video/Film Production. The role focuses on teaching essential courses within the Media Arts program, including MRTS 4400: Film Capstone, MRTS 4150: Advanced Cinematography, and MRTS 3540: Motion Design and Visual Effects.

Candidates bring hands-on filmmaking expertise and a commitment to student success. The position emphasizes preparing students for Texas’s growing film and media industries, with

Qualifications

• MFA in Film Production or comparable field.
• Three years of commercial experience in film production as producer, director, and cinematographer.
• Five or more years of commercial experience in film production as producer, director, and cinematographer.
• Teaching experience at the university level.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• WGA and SAG signatory membership.
• DGA and PGA eligibility.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will teach key courses within the Media Arts program, providing hands-on experience in filmmaking, visual storytelling, and post-production workflows.

Skills

Cinematography

Film production

Directing

Producing

Education

MFA in Film Production

Job description

University of North Texas invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Cinematography and Video/Film Production. The role focuses on teaching essential courses within the Media Arts program, including MRTS 4400: Film Capstone, MRTS 4150: Advanced Cinematography, and MRTS 3540: Motion Design and Visual Effects.

Candidates bring hands-on filmmaking expertise and a commitment to student success. The position emphasizes preparing students for Texas’s growing film and media industries, with