Assistant Teaching Professor

University of Colorado | Denver

Faculty Level/

Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor

Working Title:
Sound & Video Production for Film & TV

FTE: 1.0

Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000

Position #:  – Requisition #: 38426

Miles of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research and learning converge in the heart of a global city. We are the state’s premier public urban research university with more than 100 top‑ranked bachelor, master and doctoral degree programs. Across seven schools and colleges our faculty inspire students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million.

Applications are accepted electronically exclusively .edu/cu-careers.

The College of Arts & Media (CAM) invites dynamic educators and creative professionals to join our faculty as a full‑time Assistant Teaching Professor specializing in Sound & Video Production for Film & Television. The role opens in August 2026 and offers an opportunity to inspire tomorrow’s filmmakers in the heart of Denver.

• Be part of a forward‑looking, supportive faculty committed to excellence and innovation.
• Teach within a nationally recognised program that offers a BFA in Film and Television.
• Shape a vibrant program positioned at the crossroads of professional opportunity and creative experimentation in a city alive with storytelling and artistic energy.

The BFA in Film & Television provides intensive, practical training that requires completion of numerous film/TV projects, from fiction to documentary. The cohort‑based curriculum allows students to progress together through seminars and hands‑on projects. Graduates enter the industry at entry‑level positions, launch their own creative careers or continue to graduate studies. The program is recognised on Movie Maker Magazine’s Top 30 Best Film Schools list for four consecutive years.

• Teaching (80 %) – Deliver three classes per semester (9 credit hours) for a total of 18 credit hours per academic year. Core courses include Sound for Film & TV, Lighting, Grip & Sound, and Introductory Production. Advanced courses may include Producing, The Business of Film, Editing and Documentary Production.
• Program Development (10 %) – Guide the growth of the department’s audio‑post capabilities within budgetary constraints.
• Creative/Research (10 %) – Maintain an active scholarly or creative practice in sound and video production.
• Service (10 %) – Engage in departmental, college and university service activities.

• Preferred MFA; may substitute with an MA, BFA or BA plus 3‑5 years of significant industry experience.
• Proven experience in post‑production audio on industry‑level productions, including extensive use of Adobe Audition and field sound recording.
• Significant professional and production expertise in at least one of the following:
  Producing, Cinematography, Editing or another on‑set role.
• Track record of teaching and mentoring students at the college or university level.
• Proficiency with professional production gear, including cameras and lighting equipment.
• Experienced user of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Media Encoder.

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Working knowledge of Pro Tools.
• Familiarity with ADR and Voice‑Over.

Salary range: $60,000 – $65,000, depending on experience, education and other factors. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation. CU Denver offers generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions. Additional benefits information can be found at CU Benefits. Total Compensation Calculator.

Applications are accepted until finalists are identified and interviews begin. Preference will be given to complete applications received by January 15 2026.

• Letter of interest describing relevant experiences and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / résumé outlining experience.
• Five professional references (name, contact information, email).
• Link to IMDB page and/or list of previous and current projects.

CU is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal, state and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities during the application process. To request accommodation, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplace engagement.

Direct questions to Karen Ludington ington.

All prospective employees and current employees must consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment or employment.