Adjunct-Instructor, Film Studies Job at Inside Higher Ed in Branchburg Township

Overview

Raritan Valley Community College is seeking part-time instructors to teach Film Studies courses, particularly Film Technique and a Survey of American Film. The courses help students understand how American films reflect and shape culture, while also introducing them to movies as a powerful visual art form.

Location: Branchburg, NJ. Type: Per Diem. Ref. No.: Film Studies. Salary Type: Hourly. Salary Range: $1,143.00 - $1,174.00. Position ID: 189417. Posted: Jun 18, 2025. Closes: Open Until Filled.

Responsibilities

• Teach Film Studies courses, particularly Film Technique and a Survey of American Film.
• Help students understand how American films reflect and shape culture and analyze key elements of film language (cinematography, editing, lighting, sound, and mise en scène).
• Guide students in thinking critically and writing clearly about what they watch.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in Film, Media, Communication, or a related field is required.
• Prior teaching experience is required; college-level teaching is preferred.
• Strong background in film theory and history, especially American cinema; ability to teach film analysis, genre studies, and visual storytelling.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Communication, Film, or Media Studies.
• Prior teaching experience required; college-level teaching preferred.
• Positions located on the Main RVCC Campus unless otherwise noted.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is hourly and commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. RVCC also offers an attractive benefits package.

Application Instructions

For consideration, submit your cover letter and resume online by clicking the “apply now” button. We regret that we are unable to respond to every resume. Only candidates of interest will be contacted directly.

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

About the College

RVCC is ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as a top New Jersey community college, serving Somerset and Hunterdon counties for over 50 years. It offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates and hosts a Planetarium, a Theatre, an Honors College, and more. For more information, visit www.raritanval.edu.