Assistant Professor of Film

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University’s Perimeter College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Film & Media Studies. This teaching-focused role emphasizes film history and theory with opportunities to support production interests and participate in department service.

The successful candidate will teach across modalities and contribute to curriculum development. The position requires a PhD in a related field and a commitment to inclusive undergraduate teaching.

Qualifications

• PhD completed by anticipated date of appointment.
• Experience teaching film history and theory at the college level is preferred.
• Ability to teach in online and face-to-face modalities.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver curriculum in film history and theory.
• Guide students through production interests while emphasizing history and theory.
• Collaborate on curriculum development and participate in service activities.

Skills

Teaching

Film history

Film theory

Online teaching

Instructional technology

Education

PhD in Film Studies, Cinema Studies, Film Production, or related field

Tools

Distance learning platform

Instructional technology

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: F00592P

Classification Title: Assistant Professor

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Film

GSU Information: Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels. With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation, an honor reserved for the nation's most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University's rapid research growth. Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship. General information on faculty roles and responsibilities can be obtained from the Faculty Handbook https://faculty.gsu.edu/faculty-handbook/ and the Office of Faculty Affairs website https://faculty.gsu.edu/. All faculty at Georgia State are, as part of their essential job duties, expected to: (1) be physically present on-campus as needed to contribute to Georgia State's in-person educational experience, and (2) be able to teach in each of the following instructional modalities - in-person, online, or blended/hybrid - as determined by their Department Chair or Dean.

Department: Fine Arts Department

College: Perimeter College

Campus: College-wide

Position Type: Full Time Faculty

Posting Type: External

About the Department

Perimeter College's Fine Arts Department offers academic pathways in Music, Theatre, Art and Film & Media. The range of the department's offerings, the experience and passion of its faculty and staff and the caliber of the facilities allows Fine Arts to provide individualized attention to students and their creative journeys. We eagerly share artistry with the public through art galleries, plays, musical productions, concerts and film offerings. All students are encouraged to grow and be part of the creativity at which Fine Arts excels.

Position Description

The Department of Fine Arts of Perimeter College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Film & Media Studies. This position offers a dynamic opportunity for an emerging scholar and dedicated educator to join our vibrant community of artists and scholars. This is a teaching-focused position: 80% of the workload is instruction, with service and scholarly and creative activity accounting for 10% each. Perimeter faculty are responsible for providing 27-32 credit hours of instruction per academic year and engaging in service to the department, college, and university. Perimeter College faculty maintain a campus presence, and the successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to early undergraduate teaching and learning, and the ability to thrive in a highly diverse academic setting. The primary responsibilities of this position will include designing and delivering engaging and innovative curriculum in film history and theory, although basic film production processes and supporting students with production interests is also expected. Guiding students through technical skill-building, conceptual exploration, and critical thinking, the successful candidate will foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in departmental meetings, collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, advise and mentor students, and contribute to the broader academic community through scholarship and service activities. The successful candidate's expertise and passion for film will inspire and empower Perimeter College students to reach their full creative potential. Perimeter College is a multi-campus institution, and the teaching assignment may be on any of the college's campuses.

Required Experience

None specified.

Required Education

a PhD in Film Studies, Cinema Studies, Film Production, or a closely related field (completed by the anticipated date of appointment) is required. Salary range: $49,082- $54,082

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• College teaching experience. One year is preferred and can include experience as a teaching assistant at a college or university.
• Experience teaching online and using a distance learning platform.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in high-impact educational practices, scholarship of teaching and learning, building college-to-career linkages, and/or other pedagogical initiatives that enhance student success.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in scholarship in the discipline and/or scholarship of teaching and learning. " Demonstrated experience teaching film history, film theory, or related subjects at the college level. " Familiarity with film production processes and an ability to support students with production interests, though the primary focus will be on history and theory.
• Experience in developing and designing film courses, including innovative approaches to teaching film history and theory.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to teach introductory film history, film theory, or related subjects at the collegiate level in the online and face-to-face modalities.
• Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods.
• Ability to create a sense of belonging for a varied student population and facilitate student learning in both the in-person and virtual learning environments.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills (able to maintain appropriate records).
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve discipline, department, or college goals.
• Ability to teach courses that connect film theory and history to other areas, such as cultural studies, media studies, or digital humanities.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc

None specified.

Pre-Employment Requirements

A criminal background check is required.

Work Hours

Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).

Salary

$49,082- $54,082

Search Chair Contact info

Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Jayson Quearry, [e-mail].

Departmental contact for assistance

[e-mail] Dr. Brian Bonin, Interim Department Chair of Fine Arts

Posting Detail Information

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Desired Start Date: 08/01/2027
• Position End Date (if temporary):
• Open Date: 10/12/2026
• Review of Applications Begins: 11/30/2026
• Close Date: 12/04/2026
• Open Until Filled: No

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.