Assistant Professor in Motion Picture Production

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); Presencial; USD 73.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health/vision/dental plans

Fee-waiver for family/spouse/partner

Campus child-care access

Retirement benefits

Descripción de la vacante

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in motion picture production with a Fall 2027 start. The department seeks expertise in editing and sound for film and television, and candidates may teach Production 1 and other production courses.

Roles include scholarship/creative work for tenure, advising students, serving on committees, and contributing to the department and university community at CSUF.

Formación

• Terminal degree required by time of appointment.
• Experience in professional film/video production.
• Commitment to undergraduate teaching and excellence.
• Evidence of creative or scholarly work appropriate to tenure-track.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching.
• Commitment to working with intersecting marginalized student groups.

Responsabilidades

• Teach film/video editing and/or sound courses, and Production 1.
• Develop new courses in production and related areas.
• Teach other CTVA curriculum courses as needed.
• Advise students, serve on committees, and contribute to the department.

Conocimientos

Teaching excellence

Undergraduate teaching experience

Film/video production experience

Technology integration in instruction

Creative/scholarly accomplishments

Collaborative with diverse groups

Educación

Terminal degree (M.F.A. or Ph.D.)

Descripción del empleo

Assistant Professor in Motion Picture Production

Department of Cinema and Television Arts

College of Communications

Assistant Professor

Fall 2027

The Department of Cinema and Television Arts at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure‐track assistant professor position in motion picture production with an appointment to begin Fall 2027.

Position

The Department of Cinema and Television Arts at California State University, Fullerton seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in the area of motion picture production. While expertise in all areas of film and video production will be considered, the department has particular needs in editing and sound for film and television, Expertise in these areas will therefore receive particular consideration.

Production faculty are also expected to contribute to the broader production curriculum and may teach courses outside their primary areas of specialization. Additional areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, film aesthetics, introductory and advanced film production, production design, visual effects, producing, documentary, and experimental filmmaking.

The primary responsibilities of this position will include teaching courses in film/video editing and/or sound, as well as Production 1 – the introductory gateway class to advanced production courses. The person may also be asked to develop new courses in these and/or in other areas of production. The person may also request to teach other courses in the CTVA curriculum relevant to their education, expertise, and interests.

CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, and individually mentored projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing scholarship and/or creative work commensurate with the requirements for tenure. This person will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and provide service to the department, university, and profession.

Required Qualifications

• Terminal degree (M.F.A. or Ph.D.) in a relevant field by time of appointment;
• demonstrated experience in professional film/video production;
• demonstrated commitment to and excellence in undergraduate teaching;
• promising record of creative or scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the assistant professor level;
• demonstrated potential for effective integration of technology into instruction; and
• demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• demonstrated professional experience as a narrative film/video editor;
• demonstrated professional experience as a sound designer/editor for film and/or video;
• demonstrated professional experience in other areas of production, including but not limited to: production aesthetics, introductory and advanced film/video production, production design, visual effects, producing, documentary and/or experimental filmmaking.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

The College and Department

In addition, Cal State Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, CSUF fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. CSUF is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education, the nation's leading authority on Latinx student success. CSUF is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45,000 and a faculty and staff population of 4,000. CSUF is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Joining CSUF means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university's mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community.

CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups to support your success.

Application Deadline

To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received via the online submission portal by January 17, 2026. Review will begin on January 18, 2026. The anticipated appointment date is August 2027.

Compensation

The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $6,581 to $6,713 per month.

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm).

Summer research grants, moving expenses, start‑up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available.

CSUF Benefits

• health/vision/dental plans
• spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‑waiver
• access to campus child‑care
• defined‑benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax‑sheltering opportunities

For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/

International Candidates

California State University, Fullerton, is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

For tenure-track faculty positions, California State University, Fullerton is currently not sponsoring H-1B applicants subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. Individuals in the U.S. who hold a valid lawful nonimmigrant status visa can have a petition filed on their behalf to change their status to H-1B without being subjected to the fee. For example, the fee does not apply to an H-1B petition filed by an individual presently in the U.S. who is an F-1, J-1, or O-1 status holder.

CSU Policies

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of the applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

https://www.fullerton.edu/civilrights/index.html

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California. The employee must be able to accept on‑campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. The CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.