Filmmaker in Residence, Sabbatical Replacement (Academy)

Interlochen Center for the Arts; Interlochen (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Free meals at Stone Cafeteria

Tuition discounts for children

Employee ticket benefits

Job summary

Interlochen Arts Academy seeks a Filmmaker in Residence to join the faculty for the spring semester. This full-time, temporary appointment will provide instructional coverage during a faculty sabbatical and will teach three courses in cinematic arts, along with an advisory class for Film & New Media students.

The ideal candidate brings professional experience in filmmaking, screenwriting, directing, and visual storytelling, along with the ability to mentor young artists as they develop their

Qualifications

• Professional experience in filmmaking, screenwriting, directing, or a closely related area.
• In-depth understanding of story development and visual storytelling from both a screenwriting and directing perspective.
• Experience creating visual stories across a variety of media.

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses in cinematic arts, including two dramatic writing courses developed in collaboration with the Director of Film & New Media and participation in the team-taught Production Workshop course.
• Teach an advisory class and provide guidance to Film & New Media students in areas including storytelling, skill development, cinema, screenwriting, and portfolio development.
• Provide thoughtful, constructive feedback on student writing, creative work, and film projects.
• Advise students as they develop short screenplays into storyboards, shot lists, and other pre-production materials for thesis and other film projects.
• Hold scheduled tutorials and provide individualized support to students.
• Participate in Film & New Media department activities and regular faculty meetings.
• Support daytime and evening rehearsals, casting sessions, and on-location productions as required.
• Collaborate with Film & New Media faculty to support a cohesive and engaging educational experience for students.
• Model professional practices and ensure the appropriate use of production facilities and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional filmmaking experience

Screenwriting

Directing

Visual storytelling

Mentoring students

Team collaboration

Story development

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS

Job description

Filmmaker in Residence, Sabbatical Replacement (Academy)

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• Job Tracking ID :85509-370462
• Job Location :Interlochen, MI
• Job Level :Mid Career
• Level of Education :BA/BS
• Job Type :Temporary
• Date Updated :09/29/2026
• Years of Experience :2+ Years
• Starting Date :01/06/2027
• Division :Film & New Media,Teaching Opportunities (Faculty)
• Salary : $

Interlochen Arts Academy seeks a Filmmaker in Residence to join the faculty for the spring semester. This full-time, temporary appointment will provide instructional coverage during a faculty sabbatical and will teach three courses in cinematic arts, along with an advisory class for Film & New Media students. The ideal candidate brings professional experience in filmmaking, screenwriting, directing, and visual storytelling, along with the ability to mentor young artists as they develop their creative voices and technical skills. Interlochen Arts Academy students pursue intensive study in one of seven arts disciplines while completing a college-preparatory academic curriculum. This semester-long residency includes a $16,000 stipend, provided housing, and meals while school is in session. The Filmmaker-in-Residence will also be provided with appropriate workspace and access to the technology and resources needed to support their teaching and creative work.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach three courses in cinematic arts, including two dramatic writing courses developed in collaboration with the Director of Film & New Media and participation in the team-taught Production Workshop course.
• Teach an advisory class and provide guidance to Film & New Media students in areas including storytelling, skill development, cinema, screenwriting, and portfolio development.
• Provide thoughtful, constructive feedback on student writing, creative work, and film projects.
• Advise students as they develop short screenplays into storyboards, shot lists, and other pre-production materials for thesis and other film projects.
• Hold scheduled tutorials and provide individualized support to students.
• Participate in Film & New Media department activities and regular faculty meetings.
• Support daytime and evening rehearsals, casting sessions, and on-location productions as required.
• Collaborate with Film & New Media faculty to support a cohesive and engaging educational experience for students.
• Model professional practices and ensure the appropriate use of production facilities and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills

• Professional experience in filmmaking, screenwriting, directing, or a closely related area.
• In-depth understanding of story development and visual storytelling from both a screenwriting and directing perspective.
• Experience creating visual stories across a variety of media.
• Experience with multiple genres of dramatic writing and film production.
• Strong understanding of the filmmaking process, including pre-production, storyboarding, shot-list development, production, and related workflows.
• Ability to teach and mentor secondary-level students with varying levels of experience.
• Ability to provide constructive, tactful feedback in both classroom and production settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty in a team-teaching environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in classroom, studio, and on-location production environments.
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards in the use of facilities and production equipment.

Job Benefits

• Free or discounted employee tickets to Interlochen performances and events *some exceptions apply
• Early ticket purchase before general public sales begin
• Free meals in Stone Cafeteria (when school is in session)
• Housing included
• Dennison Recreation Center accessibility (includes spouses)
• Tuition discounts for employee’s children at Academy, Camp and Interlochen Online *exceptions apply

Core Values

• Just An Idea reflects Interlochen's commitment to innovation, honoring its legacy of groundbreaking ideas whilecontinuing to pioneer new advancements in the arts and education.
• Drawn Here emphasizes the passion that unites Interlochen's diverse community, bringing together students, staff,alumni, and supporters in a shared mission to elevate and inspire through the arts.
• The Artist's Journey highlights the nurturing environment Interlochen provides, supporting artists from potentialto mastery through creativity, discipline, and a dedication to growth.
• Solo e Tutti captures the balance of individuality and collaboration, celebrating both personal artistic developmentand the power of working together to create meaningful, impactful work.

These Core Values guide everything we do at Interlochen, fostering a workplace that seamlessly marries tradition with innovation; artwith nature; and collaboration with personal achievement. Joining our community means making a lasting impact while embracing the uniquecreative spirit that defines our culture.

Interlochen Center for the Arts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants foremployment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity,national origin or ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion (religious creed),age, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected byfederal, state or local laws. EEOC Voluntary Self-Identification of Protected Veteran Status Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples ofreasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documentsin an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.