AY Temporary Faculty Pool; Lecturer - Film and Media Arts

Job No: 556721

Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location: Fresno

Departments: Department of Media, Communications and Journalism

Since 1928, the Media, Communications and Journalism Department has prepared thousands of students for professional media careers. The department currently offers courses in advertising, broadcast and digital journalism, film, photography, public relations and video production.

Courses to be taught:

• MCJ 4:
  Writing for Visual Media
• MCJ 15:
  Filmmaking
• MCJ 17:
  Photojournalism
• MCJ 114W:
  Screenwriting
• other classes as needed to fulfill educational goals of current students

Instructor Responsibilities:

• Prepare, deliver, conduct, proctor, and grade lectures, office hours, homework assignments, quizzes, class projects, and midterm and final exams.
• All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester, in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Conditional Appointment:

The appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. Applicants must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. CVS does not sponsor temporary faculty for work visas.

Compensation:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience within the salary range for Academic Year Lecturers (Class Code 2358). For a Master’s degree holder, the range is $5,507‑$6,677 per month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Actual salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per term.

Recruitment &

Terms:

• Fall 2026:
  August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026
• Spring 2027:
  January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Required Qualifications:

• PhD or MFA in media, communication and journalism or a related field with an emphasis in film/media arts.

Experience:

• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate level, evidenced by prior teaching experiences and evaluations.
• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Application Procedure:

• Deadline for full consideration for Fall 2026:
  July 1, 2026.
• Deadline for full consideration for Spring 2027:
  October 31, 2026.
• Projected job announcement closing date:
  March 1, 2027.
• Complete an online application at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). search for the appropriate Job Announcement, create an Applicant Profile, or log in if you already have a profile and attach the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of courses you are interested in teaching, three professional references, and unofficial transcripts.

Fresno State is a committed affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We are an inclusive workplace that focuses on broadening students’ intellectual horizons and fostering a culture of respect and belonging.