Southeastern University is hiring: Faculty - Film Production in Lakeland

Job Summary

The Film Production Program in the Department of Communication, Arts, and Design (CAD) at Southeast University is seeking qualified candidates for an on‑site full‑time faculty position focused on post production. This posting is for a full‑time professor to teach undergraduate post production courses on the main campus in Lakeland, Florida.

Organizational Relationships

Reports to: Dean of JCBCL / Chair of Communications Department.

Essential Duties

• Teach undergraduate courses in the Film Production program, including core courses in CAD and Film.
• Specialize in post‑production courses such as Digital Video Editing, Advanced Editing, Editing for Story, and Audio for TV and Film.
• All faculty in Film teach a general‑education foundation course in Film Appreciation.
• Assist with the coloring and sound mixing of student films.
• Create an engaging, learning‑centered classroom environment and contribute to a vigorous and dynamic film program culture.
• Incorporate real‑world industry experience and case studies into the curriculum.
• Uphold and model the university’s Christian mission and values in the classroom.
• Provide regular feedback, mentorship, and support to students.
• Utilize the syllabi, assignments, and projects in accordance with university guidelines.
• Be available for student consultations as needed.

Additional / Non‑Essential Duties

All remaining duties are considered “nonessential.”

Location

SEU Lakeland Campus.

Education

Required Education: MFA or Ph.D. in Film Production, Communication, or a closely related field.

Licenses / Certifications

None.

Experience

Required

• Proficiency with editing, coloring, and audio mixing software, including Adobe Suite, DaVinci Resolve, and other industry‑standard software.
• Demonstrated professional experience in the film industry.
• Ability to integrate faith into teaching and discussions, supporting the Christian worldview of the university.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to academic excellence and the development of students as future professionals in the film industry.

Preferred

• Prior teaching experience in a higher education setting.
• Familiarity with active learning strategies and experiential learning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Digital design experience and competence to teach motion graphics and animation.
• Leading film student projects through coloring, sound mixing, and other post‑production processes.
• Faculty load includes department service with student productions as well as academic advising and service to the University.

Work Environment

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.

Physical Requirements

No physical requirements.

Travel

No.

Schedule

40 hours a week.

Training

All new hires and employees transferring into a new position will have a 90‑day probationary period within which to learn the functions of the job and to be evaluated. Following the probationary period, the employee can transition to regular status, have the probationary period extended for additional training, or employment can be terminated. Required compliance training includes safety, screening, and other standard university training.

Safety

• SEU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near‑miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management.
• Work‑related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. When life or limb are at risk, please dial 911. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident.
• Emergency employees report for or must remain at work in emergency situations. Dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to this position, unless instructed otherwise by your direct supervisor or a member of the Leadership Team.

Screening

All full‑time positions at SEU are deemed security‑sensitive and require background checks. Employees required to drive their own personal vehicle, a rental car, or an SEU vehicle in performance of their duties must pass an MVR records check and meet the requirements of the University’s insurance carrier.

Disclaimer

SEU is an at‑will employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SEU is committed to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All forms of discrimination against or harassment of a person because of his or her identification within a protected category are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition applies equally to conduct by and against employees, vendors, visitors, and students.

Southeastern University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit‑based factors. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. All employees of Southwestern University, by continued employment, agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and in the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.