Faculty, Film and Video

Position: Full-Time Faculty, Film and Video
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** Film and Video
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* Responsibilities Include:

*** Teaching six studio classes per academic year, (3 Fall, 3 Spring).
* Teach a range of courses in film and video, including both foundational and advanced topics.
* Develop and implement a curriculum that integrates film and video production principles with emerging technologies and practices.
* Mentor and advise students, fostering their creative and professional development.
* Contribute to departmental initiatives, including but not limited to program development, assessment, and strategic planning.
* Active participation in departmental and institutional service including curriculum and program development, assessment, and strategic planning; and college-wide committees and initiatives that promote shared governance
* Maintain an active professional practice and/or research agenda that informs teaching and contributes to the field.
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* Minimum Requirements:

*** Bachelor’s Degree (BFA, BA, BS) in Film, Television, Video Production or related field
* A record of professional accomplishment demonstrating a breadth of media practice
* Proficiency with relevant industry-standard production software
* Strong communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills
* Demonstrated knowledge of media practice, theory and history
* Familiarity with core film and video production frameworks
* Teaching experience at the college level beyond graduate assistantships, with a proven ability to teach foundational methods and first-year students through advanced courses
* Personal commitment to teaching using pedagogical approaches relevant to our student body
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** A terminal degree (MFA, PhD) in Film, Television, Video Production or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
* Proven track record facilitating collaborative teamwork
* Expertise in one or more specialized areas such as: cinematography, editing, virtual production or visual effects
* Experience with or interest in integrating new technologies (e.g., virtual production) into media practice and education
* Knowledgeable about contemporary industry practices
* Shows promise or proven ability to enrich the strategic aims for the Department and the College
** Additional Information:
** The faculty are represented by the SEIU Local 500.
** Salary:
** Commensurate with experience and college policy ranging from $56,246 to 146,325. Excellent benefits package.
** Apply:
** The College will review applications as received. Materials received before January 5, 2026 are best assured of receiving full consideration. The position will remain open until filled. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

** Application Instructions:
** Applications MUST be initiated via the MICA website () and include:
* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position, your vision for the future of media education, and teaching philosophy
* Comprehensive CV with list of creative works
* Names and contact information including address, phone and email for three references.

During your application on MICA’s website, you will be redirected to Slideroom to upload supporting materials as directed below. After you have uploaded your materials on Slideroom, please complete your application on MICA’s website.
** Slideroom:
** You will be asked to login or create a login and submit the following:
* A link to a portfolio or reel demonstrating your creative work submitted as a
** PDF
* * with descriptions and URLs of relevant media projects.
** Conditions of Employment:
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* Conditions:

Satisfactory Background Check
** Physical demands and work environment
** The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* * Physical Demands:
* While performing the duties of a job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (amt) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

(may be adjusted depending on position)
* * Work environment:
* While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
* * Required training:
* Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection…