Lecturer of Screenwriting

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 54,547 - 65,337; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for a part-time Lecturer of Screenwriting at the University of Colorado, Denver. The position requires strong mentoring skills, with responsibilities to inspire students and teach various screenwriting courses.

Successful candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of professional experience and a desire to contribute to a collaborative faculty environment. Salary is $5,371.19 per 3 credit course, with no overtime or benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional screenwriting experience.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching screenwriting experience.
• Preferred MFA and experience teaching at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and train the next cohort of filmmakers.
• Guide students through real‑world projects.
• Teach screenwriting courses across various formats.
• Mentor aspiring professionals.

Skills

Mentoring students

Collaborative faculty culture

Screenwriting for fiction

Screenwriting for non-fiction

Teaching in dynamic environments

Education

MFA or BA degree

Job description

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Faculty Level/Title: Lecturer

Working Title: Lecturer of Screenwriting

FTE: .225 per 3 credit course

Salary Range: $5,371.19 per 3 credit course

Position #00612169 – Requisition #39923

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 are the state's premier public urban research university with more than 100 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 $800 million.

Job Description

At the College of Arts & Media (CAM), we empower a diverse community of makers, scholars, and innovators to thrive in a rapidly evolving creative industry. Through a blend of critical inquiry, creative exploration, and real‑world engagement, CAM prepares students for lives filled with opportunity, meaning, and purpose. The Film & Television department invites dynamic educators and creative professionals to join our collaborative faculty as a part‑time Lecturer specializing in Screenwriting, an opportunity to inspire and empower tomorrow's filmmakers in the heart of Denver.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and train the next cohort of filmmakers with practical, hands‑on experience.
• Guide students through real‑world projects and help them develop essential technical and artistic skills.
• Teach screenwriting courses for fiction, non‑fiction, and/or episodic television.
• Mentor aspiring professionals and contribute to shaping a program known for its collegiality, creative innovation, and commitment to student growth.

Teaching Load

• One or two classes per semester (3–6 credit hours each).

Qualifications

• Minimum: MFA or BA degree.
• Minimum: 3 years of professional screenwriting experience.
• Minimum: 2 years of teaching screenwriting experience.
• Preferred: MFA.
• Preferred: More than 3 years of professional screenwriting experience.
• Preferred: Experience teaching screenwriting at the college level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge and experience in screenwriting for fiction, non‑fiction, and/or episodic television.

Skills

• Ability to mentor and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment.
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative faculty culture.
• Capacity to help shape the future of a growing program.

Abilities

• Passion for teaching and a desire to mentor and inspire students.
• Ability to weigh alternatives and apply creative and technical expertise to a teaching role.
• Capacity to work effectively with colleagues and students in a collaborative environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position has been established at $5,371.19 per 3 credit course. The salary for the finalist(s) selected will be based on factors such as internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation and is not eligible for benefits.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. CU is committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds—including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities—to apply. The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.