Lecturer of Screenwriting

Position Details
Faculty Level/Title:

Lecturer

Working Title:

Lecturer of Screenwriting

FTE:

0.225 per 3 credit course

Salary:

$5,371.19 per 3 credit course

Position #:

00612169 – Requisition #39923

This is an ongoing posting for a lecturer pool. The posting will remain open for a maximum of six (6) months and candidates will be contacted for interview as needs arise.

Responsibilities
Teach screenwriting courses with a 100% teaching focus. Instruct one or two classes per semester (3‑6 credit hours) covering screenwriting for fiction, non‑fiction, and/or episodic television. Mentor students, guide them through real‑world projects, and contribute to the development and enhancement of the program.

Minimum Qualifications

MFA or BA in a related field.

At least three years of professional experience in screenwriting.

At least two years of teaching experience in screenwriting.

Preferred Qualifications

MFA in screenwriting.

More than three years of professional screenwriting experience.

Experience teaching screenwriting at the college level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of screenwriting for fiction, non‑fiction, and episodic television.

Ability to mentor and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment.

Capacity to contribute to a collaborative faculty culture and to shape a growing program.

Skill in weighing alternatives and applying creative and technical expertise to teaching.

Ability to work effectively with colleagues and students.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $5,371.19 per 3 credit course. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation or benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at

workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu .

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