Assistant Professor, Visual Media & Production

Nevada State University; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Sick leave days

Paid holidays

Educational benefits

Health insurance options

Job summary

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Visual Media. This 9-month, tenure-track role will teach in one or more areas within the Visual Media program and primarily at the Henderson campus, with possible online or North Las Vegas campus assignments.

The program includes four concentrations (Animation, 3D Animation, Digital Cinema, Photo/Documentary) and emphasizes production skills, portfolio development, and exposure to AI-assisted tools.

Qualifications

• MFA or terminal degree in animation, film, or related field.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to teach across concentrations in Visual Media.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 credits per academic year (four courses per semester).
• Teach in one or more areas: 2D/3D Animation, Cinematography, Documentary, Editing, Screenwriting, Storyboarding, Visual Effects.
• Serve on departmental/college-wide committees and contribute to program goals.
• Engage in scholarly activity or creative scholarship within the discipline.

Skills

Teaching in higher education

Production skills

Film/animation production

Education

MFA or terminal degree in animation/film

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

DaVinci Resolve

Toon Boom

Blender

Unreal Engine

Storyboard Pro

Reaper

Job description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Visual Media. This 9-month, tenure-track role will teach in one or more areas within the Visual Media program and primarily at the Henderson campus, with possible online or North Las Vegas campus assignments.

The program includes four concentrations (Animation, 3D Animation, Digital Cinema, Photo/Documentary) and emphasizes production skills, portfolio development, and exposure to AI-assisted tools.