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Lecturer, Film & Media Arts

Cuyahoga Community College, Cleveland, OH, United States


Department
Film

Location
Metropolitan Campus

Reports To
Assoc Dean, Creative Arts

Recruitment Type
External/Internal

Requisition ID
req6792

Employment Type
Full‑Time Faculty

Union Position
Non‑Union

Work Schedule
Classes as assigned, standard office hours, other hours as necessary

Number of Openings
1

Job Description
Teaches the Film and Media Arts sequence courses.

Prepares and delivers lectures and hand‑on studio instruction to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline

Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory/studio work, assignments, papers, and films

Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts

May be assigned to teach courses on campus or at partner high schools, conduct adjunct instruction or observations, and contribute to program development

Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues, participating in professional conferences, productions, and film‑related activities, and learning new equipment, tools and technologies, workflow, and software as appropriate to the field of study

Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records

Initiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussions and hands‑on training

As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues

Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction

Compiles, administers and grades examinations

Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues

Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students

Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory/studio equipment

May serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional polices, department matters and academic issues

May participate in campus and community events

Required

Master's Degree in a Film and Media Arts‑related field

5 years of recent professional experience in a pre‑production/post‑production filmmaking and/or media arts capacity with a strong diverse portfolio representing a professional level of media production and/or post‑production for purposes ranging between entertainment, business, documentary, training/tutorial marketing, multi‑media installation, live or virtual platforms or events

Demonstrated experience and familiarity with a range of aspects of Film and Media Arts, including but not limited to producing, planning, scheduling, scouting, camera operation/cinematography, lighting/grip/gaffer, sound recording and design, supervising or executing associated motion graphics, animation, and delivery formats.

Demonstrated proficiency in editing, post‑production workflow, and media‑management

Demonstrated experience in writing/scripting for Film and Media Arts

Familiarity with contemporary and emerging production environments, set operations and set etiquette

Interest and knowledge in continued study of emerging tools and technologies.

Advanced‑level expertise in one or more of the above‑mentioned aspects of Film and Media Arts

Teaching experience

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for students

Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills

Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Preferred

College‑level teaching experience in a production based technical area of Film and Media Arts

Affiliation with related professional organizations

Proficient in the use of Discipline‑specific hardware, software, studio operations, tools, and technologies

Experience with editing visual effects and compositing, motion graphics or animation or high level experience in Film production with specialization in filmmaking tools and technologies

Work samples

Experience in working on a variety of locations, including but not limited to studios, sound stages, VR studios, site‑specific live events or on‑location filming for scripted or unscripted productions

Demonstrated advanced‑level production experience with film tools and technologies including on‑set work experience involving rigging, studio design and set‑up, lighting and camera department, sound department or other production‑based area of in Film and Media Arts

Contract Details
This Lectureship is for one Academic Year, classes beginning in Fall 2026. Ability to work a combination of days, evenings, weekends is required. Assignments may include working at multiple sites or campuses.

The following documents must be attached to your online employment application:

Current resume

A cover letter

A one‑page statement explaining how you promote student learning and achievement

Scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses or certifications. Please indicate your current name of the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript.

Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred or completed prior to submission of your application. Do not include other transcripts or documents not requested such as letters of reference or past evaluations; only the transcript and required licenses or certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. Faxed copies of transcripts, licenses or certifications will not be accepted.

$46,348 minimum; offer based on education and/or experience.

Special Note
If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1‑40‑01‑1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Special Instructions to Applicants
During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

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