Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Adjunct-Instructor, Film Studies in Branchburg Towns

Job Description

Raritan Valley Community College is seeking part‑time instructors to teach Film Studies courses, particularly Film Technique and a Survey of American Film. These courses help students understand how American films reflect and shape culture, while also introducing them to movies as a powerful visual art form. Students explore various film genres, such as romantic comedies, Westerns, and film noir, and learn to analyze key elements of film language, including cinematography, editing, lighting, sound, and mise en scène.

Responsibilities

• Have a strong background in film theory and history, especially American cinema
• Are comfortable teaching film analysis, genre studies, and visual storytelling
• Can guide students in thinking critically and writing clearly about what they watch

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Film, Media, Communication, or a related field.
• Prior teaching experience required; college‑level preferred.
• Position is part‑time (Per Diem) / Adjunct‑Part Time.
• Location: Branchburg, NJ (Main RVCC Campus).

Application Instructions

Submit your cover letter and resume online by clicking the “apply now” button. Please note we cannot respond to all resumes; only candidates of interest will be contacted. As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.