Immersive Media and Video Lecturer

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The School of Communication, Journalism and Media at Central Michigan University invites applications for a full‑time, fixed‑term faculty position in immersive media and content creation.

• Posting Number: F‑1026
• Position Title:
  
  Immersive Media and Video Lecturer
• College/Unit:
  College of the Arts & Media
• Home Department:
  School of Communication, Journalism and Media
• Employee Group:
  Fixed‑Term Faculty – Academic Year
• Employment Status:
  Full‑Time
• Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year)
• Position Classification:
  Fixed‑Term Faculty
• Position Begin Date: 08/17/2026
• Posting Begins: 02/12/2026
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Type of Recruitment:
  External

We are looking for a filmmaker/video production specialist with immersive media experience and a minimum of a master’s degree or higher. The ideal candidate is an innovative storyteller who wants to train the next generation of film and video content creators. The faculty member will contribute to CMU’s dynamic program that emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and socially engaged communication practices.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in digital media production (cinematography, editing, sound design, motion graphics), photography, audience engagement, and complementary areas of immersive media (VR/AR/MR, 360° video, virtual production, interactive design).
• Develop forward‑looking curriculum that blends emerging technologies with timeless storytelling principles.
• Mentor and collaborate with undergraduate and graduate students in both creative and scholarly projects.
• Create connections with industry and community partners to provide students with meaningful, real‑world opportunities.

• Master’s degree in media or related field completed by 08/24/2026.
• Demonstrated expertise in film or video production (shooting, editing, sound design, post‑production, motion graphics, photography).
• Competence in real‑time workflow, especially Unreal Engine and Unity, along with basic XR design principles, spatial storytelling, and collaborative pipelines.
• Software experience with Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, Adobe Creative Cloud, or DaVinci Resolve, and simple version‑control tools such as Git Hub or Perforce.
• Experience with powerful PCs with strong GPUs, VR headsets (Meta Quest, HTC Vive), and spatial audio technology.
• Strong portfolio of creative work that demonstrates innovation in immersive media.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Previous college‑level teaching experience with evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Familiarity with trends in digital distribution, user experience, and interactive design.
• Experience with drone technology in video production with an FAA Part 107 license.
• Experience in journalism and/or strategic communication industries.

Applicants must submit an online application to be considered. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Please include a link to video production demos in the cover letter and/or CV. Preference will be given to applicants who apply by March 15, 2026.

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