Assistant Teaching Professor of Film Studies

CU Denver; Denver (CO); Presencial; USD 62.000 - 67.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CU Denver’s College of Arts & Media seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Teaching Professor of Film Studies to teach Film History, Theory, and Criticism. The role emphasizes strong scholarly credentials and meaningful links to the film industry, mentoring students through a robust, hands‑on curriculum.

The position is full‑time, on-site in Denver, with responsibilities spanning teaching, scholarly work, and service within the Department of Film & Television.

Formación

• Dynamic educator with scholarly credentials and industry connections.
• Capable of bridging critical academic discourse with contemporary industry perspectives.
• Experience teaching Film History, Theory, and Criticism.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver engaging, rigorous instruction in Film History, Film Theory, and Film Criticism.
• Leverage industry connections to enhance learning and opportunities for students.
• Contribute to scholarly research and department service.

Conocimientos

Teaching

Film history

Film theory

Film criticism

Descripción del empleo

Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Assistant Teaching Track
Working Title: Assistant Teaching Professor of Film Studies
FTE: Full-time
Salary Range: $62,000 - $67,000
Position #00672409 - Requisition #41635
Join the University of Colorado Denver

About the University of Colorado Denver
Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We're the state's premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners-at any stage of their life and career-for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $665 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.

At the College of Arts & Media (CAM), we empower a diverse community of makers, scholars, and innovators to thrive in the rapidly evolving creative industries. Through a dynamic blend of critical inquiry, creative exploration, and real-world engagement, CAM prepares students for lives filled with opportunity, meaning, and purpose. Rooted in community and driven by a spirit of intellectual and artistic freedom, CAM embraces risk‑takers, visionaries, and cultural disruptors by providing access to cutting‑edge technology, global perspectives, and a nurturing environment where bold ideas flourish. CAM offers top‑ranked degrees and programs in Film & Television, Media Forensics, Music & Entertainment, and Visual Arts.

The Department of Film & Television within the College of Arts & Media invites dynamic educators, film scholars, and creative professionals to apply for an open‑rank, full‑time Teaching Track position specializing in Film History, Film Theory, and Film Criticism. We seek a colleague with strong scholarly credentials alongside deep industry connections, capable of bridging critical academic discourse with contemporary industry perspectives.

Why Join CU Denver CAM?

• Be part of a forward‑looking, supportive faculty committed to excellence and innovation.
• Enjoy a culture that values your unique artistic and academic contributions.
• Teach within a nationally recognized program.
• Shape a vibrant program positioned at the crossroads of professional opportunity and creative experimentation, in a city alive with storytelling and artistic energy.

The Film & Television program offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film and Television. This BFA emphasis provides intensive, practical training that requires successful completion of numerous film/TV projects, ranging from fiction to documentary. The emphasis is designed for students to progress through the semesters as a cohort. Undergraduates will work on their own projects and assist with numerous group projects. Students graduate with both a theoretical and historical perspective, as well as hands‑on experience in film and television production.

This program prepares students to begin their careers at entry‑level positions in the film or television industry, start their personal creative journey, or continue their studies in a graduate program. We believe in the power of transformative education, hands‑on learning, and creative exploration. Our BFA program cultivates storytellers with a strong technical foundation and artistic vision, preparing graduates for immediate impact in the film, television, and media industries.

• Accolades: For five consecutive years, CU Denver's Film & Television program has been named to MovieMaker Magazine's Best Film Schools list. We are recognized for our hands‑on, cohort‑based curriculum, affordability, and strong industry connections.
• Career Pathways & Networking: Graduates are successful across multiple areas, including opportunities in Hollywood, independent film, commercial film, and post‑production studios.
• Hands‑on from Day One: The curriculum is sequence‑based, allowing students to build on skill sets developed throughout their college career.
• Students Building a High‑Volume Portfolio: The curriculum is known for its rigor, as students often complete 20+ films/exercises for their portfolios by graduation. This indicates a highly engaged and active student body.
• Access to Professional Gear: The program's "film cage" provides students with access to industry‑standard, professional‑grade cameras, sound, lighting, and grip equipment.
• Collaborative Cohort Culture: The program is built on a cohort‑style curriculum in which students build strong bonds by working on each other's film sets, emphasizing collegiality and team‑based teaching and learning.
• Integrated Acting Emphasis: The new Acting for the Screen BFA emphasis is fully integrated with the filmmaking students. This intentional structure means acting in student films is a part of their training, fostering essential on‑set collaboration between filmmakers and actors.

We seek individuals with a passion for teaching and the ability to mentor and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment. If you're ready to inspire the next generation of media makers and enrich an inclusive academic community, we want to hear from you!

Assistant Teaching Professor of Film Studies

What you will do:

• 80% Teaching,
• 10% Scholarly/Research,
• 10% Service

As an Assistant Teaching Professor, your primary focus will be delivering engaging, rigorous instruction in Film History, Film Theory, and Film Criticism while leveraging industry connections to