Tenure-Track Filmmaking & Media Studies Professor

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Film & Media Studies within the School of Communication and Journalism, beginning August 16, 2027. The program offers practice-based courses emphasizing narrative and documentary film, with opportunities to develop skills in writing, directing, editing, and sound design.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate filmmaking courses, maintaining an active scholarly or creative agenda, and contributing

Qualifications

• MFA in Filmmaking or related field by start date.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching college-level filmmaking courses.
• Evidence of creative productivity or potential in filmmaking.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person undergraduate filmmaking courses (e.g., Introduction to Filmmaking, Screenwriting, Cinematography, Editing).
• Build and teach FILM-related courses and descriptions available online.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative work and contribute to service to the school and university.

Skills

Teaching

Education

MFA in Filmmaking or related field

Job description

Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Film & Media Studies within the School of Communication and Journalism, beginning August 16, 2027. The program offers practice-based courses emphasizing narrative and documentary film, with opportunities to develop skills in writing, directing, editing, and sound design.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate filmmaking courses, maintaining an active scholarly or creative agenda, and contributing