Assistant Professor of Instruction, Digital Innovation, Film and Television Program

Xavier University; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Job summary

Xavier University’s Department of Communication invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in the Digital Innovation, Film and Television Program (DIFT) beginning Fall 2027. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, social justice, and cross-disciplinary collaboration in a dynamic digital media setting.

The candidate will teach a diverse range of production, writing, and theory courses, maintain course records via Canvas, and collaborate

Qualifications

• M.F.A. in Digital Film and Television Production or equivalent at time of appointment.
• Proficiency in digital filmmaking and background in Adobe Suite.
• Experience with equipment ranging from cameras to sound, lighting, and editing.
• Innovation in areas of expertise is desired.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses as part of a 4-course per semester load.
• Plan and prepare lectures, discussions, and activities for student success.
• Utilize Canvas to provide course information and track progress.
• Collaborate with department and university community.

Skills

Digital filmmaking

A/V equipment knowledge

Innovation

Education

M.F.A. in Digital Film and Television Production or Equivalent

Tools

Adobe Suite

Job description

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Assistant Professor of Instruction, Digital Innovation, Film and Television Program

The Department of Communication at Xavier University invites application for a full-time non-tenure track position as Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction beginning Fall 2027, in the Digital Innovation, Film and Television Program (DIFT). The DIFT program cultivates students to become responsible, adaptable, and innovative leaders in a complex and rapidly converging digital environment. With a concentration on digital media production and the art of visual storytelling, DIFT endeavors to prepare students through hands on learning, cross-disciplinary study, team building, and community engagement. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in multiple areas and will be equipped to teach a variety of production, writing, and theory courses, depending on need and expertise. Xavier’s DIFT program is committed to social justice and integrating this philosophy in courses. Evidence of college level teaching is desirable as well as significant professional work in the field of digital film and television production.

Expectations Include

• Teaching assigned courses, as part of the standard teaching load of 4 courses per semester.
• Effective planning and preparation of lectures, discussions, and activities to support student success.
• Using Xavier’s campus-wide academic program, Canvas, to provide course information and maintain an electronic record of student’s progress.
• Working cooperatively with members of the department and university community.

Qualifications

• M.F.A. in Digital Film and Television Production or Equivalent at time of appointment. (Advanced Industry Experience will be considered.)
• Proficiency in digital filmmaking and background in Adobe Suite.
• Understanding of and experience with equipment ranging from cameras (lenses and bodies) to sound/audio, lighting, producing, screenwriting, editing and understanding of film and television aesthetics.
• Innovation in areas of expertise is desired.

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives. We are a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities as well as the Big East, a national university in the Carnegie classification system, and we were recently named among the most innovative schools by U.S. News and World Report.

Benefits - Applies Only To Full-time Positions

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.