Georgia State University
Assistant Professor of Serial Media and Digital Content
Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Position Information
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Serial Media and Digital Content
Department: School of Film, Media & Theatre
College: College of the Arts
Campus: Atlanta
Salary: $75,000
Teaching
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses at the School of Film, Media & Theatre.
Teach core courses such as "Producing for TV and Film," "Serial Television Production," "Writing the Series," and "Studio Television Production."
Develop and teach new courses in areas such as New Media Production, Media Industries, Interactive Media Theory and Production, Mobile Media Production, and Webcasting and streaming technologies.
Integrate current industry practices and technologies into the curriculum.
Mentor students in creative development and professional preparation.
Research
Maintain an active creative portfolio focused on narratively driven serial media.
Present work at professional conferences and festivals.
Produce professional media content.
Seek external funding opportunities where appropriate.
Service
Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees.
Develop and maintain partnerships with local and regional media production studios and organizations.
Participate in curriculum development and assessment.
Advise students on academic and career matters.
Support departmental recruitment and retention initiatives.
Required Experience Minimum 5 years of teaching experience at the university level.
M.F.A. in film and media production or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
M.F.A. in Film/Television Production, Media Production, Screenwriting, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). By appointment start date.
Strong creative portfolio showcasing the development, writing, direction, and/or production of narratively driven serial content for television, streaming platforms, or digital media.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Experience teaching writing, directing, and/or producing serial media and digital content at the university level.
Emerging record of mentoring students and/or colleagues.
Emerging record of administrative and/or service responsibilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines.
Application Materials
Letter of application addressing qualifications and teaching philosophy (2-3 pages).
Curriculum vitae.
Creative portfolio or reel demonstrating a range of writing, direction, and/or production of narratively driven serial or episodic content for television, streaming platforms, and/or digital media. The portfolio should include a link to online materials, with a total runtime of between 30 and 90 minutes, and a document that lists all artistic works included and specifies the applicant’s creative role on each work.
Statement of teaching philosophy and approach to mentorship (1-2 pages).
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (course evaluations, sample syllabi, etc.).
Names and contact information for three professional references. Reference letters will be requested at the time of on-campus interviews.
Application Link Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6515
Equal Opportunity Employer Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.
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Department: School of Film, Media & Theatre
College: College of the Arts
Campus: Atlanta
Salary: $75,000
Teaching
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses at the School of Film, Media & Theatre.
Teach core courses such as "Producing for TV and Film," "Serial Television Production," "Writing the Series," and "Studio Television Production."
Develop and teach new courses in areas such as New Media Production, Media Industries, Interactive Media Theory and Production, Mobile Media Production, and Webcasting and streaming technologies.
Integrate current industry practices and technologies into the curriculum.
Mentor students in creative development and professional preparation.
Research
Maintain an active creative portfolio focused on narratively driven serial media.
Present work at professional conferences and festivals.
Produce professional media content.
Seek external funding opportunities where appropriate.
Service
Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees.
Develop and maintain partnerships with local and regional media production studios and organizations.
Participate in curriculum development and assessment.
Advise students on academic and career matters.
Support departmental recruitment and retention initiatives.
Required Experience Minimum 5 years of teaching experience at the university level.
M.F.A. in film and media production or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
M.F.A. in Film/Television Production, Media Production, Screenwriting, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). By appointment start date.
Strong creative portfolio showcasing the development, writing, direction, and/or production of narratively driven serial content for television, streaming platforms, or digital media.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Experience teaching writing, directing, and/or producing serial media and digital content at the university level.
Emerging record of mentoring students and/or colleagues.
Emerging record of administrative and/or service responsibilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines.
Application Materials
Letter of application addressing qualifications and teaching philosophy (2-3 pages).
Curriculum vitae.
Creative portfolio or reel demonstrating a range of writing, direction, and/or production of narratively driven serial or episodic content for television, streaming platforms, and/or digital media. The portfolio should include a link to online materials, with a total runtime of between 30 and 90 minutes, and a document that lists all artistic works included and specifies the applicant’s creative role on each work.
Statement of teaching philosophy and approach to mentorship (1-2 pages).
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (course evaluations, sample syllabi, etc.).
Names and contact information for three professional references. Reference letters will be requested at the time of on-campus interviews.
Application Link Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6515
Equal Opportunity Employer Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.
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