Open Rank: On-Camera Acting & Scene Study Educator

Emerson College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson College invites applications for a full-time, in-person faculty position in On-Camera Acting and Scene Study for the BFA Acting Program at our Boston campus. Rank is open, with options including Tenured/Tenure Track and Artist-In-Residence, beginning August 19, 2027.

The department emphasizes actor-creators and professional prep for camera work. The ideal candidate has notable film/TV credits, SAG-AFTRA membership, and an MFA in Acting or related field; teaching experience at college

Qualifications

• Notable film and television credits on IMDB and SAG-AFTRA membership required.
• MFA in Acting or related field preferred.
• Ability to teach coursework focused on cultivating actor-creators for the camera.
• Experienced acting teachers at college level or in professional studios.

Responsibilities

• Teach On-Camera Acting, Scene Study, and The Business of Acting/Professional Prep to BFA Acting students.
• Potentially teach advanced acting courses based on areas of expertise.
• Maintain a 3/3 or 3/2 course load depending on rank, and participate in mentoring, admissions auditions, and advising.
• Serve on department and college committees and participate in shared governance.

Skills

SAG-AFTRA member

On-camera acting

Acting instruction

Film/TV credits

College teaching experience

Education

MFA in Acting or related field

Job description

Emerson College invites applications for a full-time, in-person faculty position in On-Camera Acting and Scene Study for the BFA Acting Program at our Boston campus. Rank is open, with options including Tenured/Tenure Track and Artist-In-Residence, beginning August 19, 2027.

The department emphasizes actor-creators and professional prep for camera work. The ideal candidate has notable film/TV credits, SAG-AFTRA membership, and an MFA in Acting or related field; teaching experience at college