Instructor or Lecturer, Film and Mass Media Job at University of Central Florida

Overview

The Opportunity

The Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NSCM) in the College of Sciences (COS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for an instructor or lecturer position in the Film and Media Production and Management degree areas, anticipated to begin in August 2026. This 9-month, non-tenure earning, annually renewable position offers a clear career path with the possibility of promotion based on years of service and performance.

The selected candidate will contribute to the mission of the Film and Mass Media program by teaching undergraduate courses and, depending on the highest degree attained, may teach at the graduate level and support the Film MFA degree by providing critiques, mentoring, and serving on graduate thesis committees. The successful candidate may be expected to teach in different modalities including face-to-face and online. The instructional duties and service assignments are in accordance with the department's equitable workload policy.

Other typical responsibilities include providing appropriate service in student advising (academic and career) and actively participating in the academic life of the school. This includes attending faculty meetings, graduations, assessing student learning, and engaging in committee work. These activities are integral to our commitment to student success and academic excellence.

This position has no research expectation, but research and scholarly activities may be supported.

Additionally, we are especially interested in a candidate who can contribute through their teaching and service to the excellence of our academic community and foster an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

The UCF Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NSCM) is a student-centered experience at the exciting intersection of technology, media, film, advertising, communications and public relations. Our faculty and staff bring an impressive background of experience—from developing health communication to producing Super Bowl commercials—and connect our students to internship and career opportunities. As the premier academic program for communications and media in Central Florida with successful alumni around the globe, NSCM is known for excellence in research, teaching, and service to students and the community. The curriculum blends both the theoretical and applied aspects of the field, offering eight bachelor's degree programs, four master's degree programs, and a Ph.D. program in strategic communication. For more information about the school, visit https://communication.ucf.edu.

The UCF College of Sciences (COS) is the largest college at the university and a powerhouse for the regional and national STEM workforce, spanning the natural, computational, physical, and social sciences and housing centers, institutes and initiatives that serve as hubs for research and innovation. Through sharing and applying knowledge, COS is cultivating pathways for students to solve our world's most pressing and complex problems. With a mission to provide a world-class education in an environment where faculty, staff, and students thrive, research flourishes, and our community prospers; a number of COS academic programs are among those nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report, Princeton Review, and others. For more information, please visit https://sciences.ucf.edu.

UCF, named one of the most innovative public universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, is located in Orlando, Florida and is classified as a Very High Research Activity university by the Carnegie Foundation. With more than 70,000 students, UCF is one of the largest universities in the country, offering more than 240 degree programs. UCF is an economic engine, attracting and supporting industries vital to the region's future while providing students with real-world experiences that help them succeed after graduation. For more information, visit http://www.ucf.edu.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A master's degree (for an instructor) or a terminal degree (for a lecturer) in Radio-Television, Mass Media Production, Film Production, or a related field (e.g., Film Arts, Mass Communication, etc.) from an accredited institution. Applicants with a bachelor's degree as their highest degree will be considered for an instructor only if they can document a minimum of ten years of professional experience in film and television production.
• Experience teaching hands-on production courses.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative educational environment with faculty, students, and administrators.
• Experience teaching across both mass media and film degree programs.
• Working familiarity with film and media production technologies and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of college-level teaching experience in one or more of the following: videography, cinematography, studio/control room production, lighting, editing, production management, audio production, or media management.
• Experience working with and/or teaching virtual production technologies.
• Professional experience and fluency in studio/control room production, videography, lighting, editing and post-production workflows, post-sound design, color grading, or mixing.
• Experience teaching in different modalities including face-to-face and online.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload the following:

• Letter of application (cover letter) indicating how you are prepared to join the faculty at UCF.
• Curriculum vitae (CV).
• A teaching statement of no more than 300 words that addresses the ability to teach using different delivery modes, including online or large classes.
• Links to preview work samples.

Note: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to Dr. Lisa Mills, Search Committee Chair, lisa.mills@ucf.edu.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

N/A

Job Close Date: 11/30/2025

Benefits

• UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload the following:

Note: This section intentionally retains required information and disclosures; for full benefits details see the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

Department: Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NSCM)

Work Schedule: Varies

Type of Appointment: Regular

Expected Salary: Negotiable

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.