Assistant Professor of Mass Communication (Film Production)
Sam Houston State University

Job Info

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Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Mass Communication (Film Production)

Requisition:

202400061F

Rank:

Assistant Professor

FLSA status:

Exempt

Hiring Salary:

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

Position Type:

Full-Time Tenure Track

College:

College of Arts & Media

Department:

Dept of Mass Communication

Open Date:

04/29/2024

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38916

Contact Name:

Dr. Marcus Funk

Title:

Associate Professor
Department of Mass Communication
Sam Houston State University
Box 2207
Huntsville, TX 77341-2207

Contact Phone:

(936) 294-3553

Contact Email:

mfunk@shsu.edu

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:

The Department of Mass Communication at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in film and emerging media production. The ideal candidate would be an innovative moving image artist who specializes in experimental/hybrid forms of non-fiction filmmaking, social documentary filmmaking, and emerging media.

Job Duties:
Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in film production, including but not limited to cinematography, directing, editing, screenwriting, and production management. Implement innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance student learning and engagement. Provide constructive feedback to students to support their growth and development as filmmakers.

Educational Requirements for the Position:

The candidate must have an M.F.A. in Film Production or related field, or a Ph.D. in a related field in hand by start date.

Other Requirements for the Position:

This posting is for Fall 2024.

Special Instructions Summary:

The Department of Mass Communication at SHSU serves more than 500 students and is home to BA in Mass Communication (concentrations: Film, Broadcast, Multiplatform Journalism, PR/Advertising), BFA in Film and Television Production, MFA in Digital Media Production, and MA in Digital Media.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter detailing the applicant's qualifications, relevant experience, and interest in the position and a current CV addressed to Dr. Marcus Funk, College of Arts & Media, Department of Mass Communication at mjf023@shsu.edu.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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