University Faculty Film Studies Job at Weber State University in Salt Lake City

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title: University Faculty, Film Studies

Requisition Number: F00504P

Job Description

The Film Studies program at Weber State University seeks applicants for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position. The qualified candidate will focus on elements of production to support growing demand for hands‑on instruction in narrative and/or documentary filmmaking and storytelling. Our program requires a faculty member experienced in multiple facets of filmmaking including directing, digital cinematography, editing, and post‑production effects. This new hire will be integral to implementing the recently revised curriculum and preparing students for careers in the film and entertainment industries. We desire a candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to undergraduate education and the needs of a large student body in the context of a dual‑mission public university.

Our Film Studies program is relatively new, vibrant, and growing. Now in its fifth year, the program serves over 80 majors and more than 30 minors.

Job Duties

This tenure‑track position involves a 12‑credit‑hour teaching load per semester. Our preferred candidate will cover filmmaking production courses at all levels of the curriculum from introductory and General Education classes to the program’s capstone studio/seminar, including the following courses:

• FILM 2200: Fundamentals of Film Studies (General Education)
• FILM 2280: Introduction to Film Production
• FILM 2820: Special Topics in Film Studies (variable)
• FILM 3010: Pre‑to‑Post Production
• FILM 3280: Directing for the Screen
• FILM 3310: Editing and Beyond
• FILM 3780: Survey of Documentary Cinema
• FILM 3820: Advanced Special Topics in Film Studies (variable)
• FILM 4700: Film Studies Capstone
• FILM 4120: Careers in Film and Entertainment Industries
• FILM 4860: Film Internship

We actively encourage applicants who will contribute to the mission of Weber State University, providing transformative educational experiences for all students through learning, service, scholarship and creative work. Our hire will also collaborate with leaders of the newly Ogden‑based, international, and Academy Awards‑qualifying Raindance Film Festival.

Start date: July 1, 2026, and classes begin in late August.

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA or Ph.D. in Film, Cinema, Media Studies or a related field
• Expertise in narrative and/or documentary production (directing, camera, editing, sound)
• Experience working on professional sets and producing completed films

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in SFX / Practical effects, After Effects, Sound Design, or virtual stages
• Producing and budgeting knowledge
• Experience with and/or knowledge about fundamentals of animation

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long‑term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Application Instructions

To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following:

• CV
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Applicants progressing through the screening process will be asked to provide a portfolio of relevant project or work experience and sample syllabi for appropriate classes. Finalists will be asked to provide an official degree transcript.

Applications submitted by January 31, 2026 will be given priority, but the search will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Questions can be directed to the search committee chair, Benjamin Kruger‑Robbins at bkrugerrobbins1@weber.edu.

About Weber State University

Founded in 1889, Weber State University is located 35 miles north of downtown Salt Lake City in Ogden, Utah, which is considered the northern edge of the Salt Lake City metro area. It is an open‑enrollment university with 32,000 students. Weber State and the Ogden area receive over 220 days of sunshine annually and boast a thriving arts scene, proximity to two major ski areas, a wide variety of outdoor recreation experiences, and a stunning campus at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. Additional information about Weber State University is available at www.weber.edu.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents