Lecturer of Screenwriting

Lecturer of Screenwriting
University of Colorado Denver – College of Arts & Media (CAM)

Lecturer (part‑time). FTE: 0.225 per 3‑credit course. Salary: $5,371.19 per 3‑credit course.

Posting: May 12, 2026. Position remains open for up to 6 months.

Responsibilities

Teach one or two screenwriting courses per semester (3‑6 credit hours). Focus on fiction, non‑fiction, and/or episodic television.

Guide students through real‑world projects, developing technical and artistic skills.

Mentor aspiring professionals and contribute to a collaborative faculty culture.

Support the growth and innovation of the BFA in Film and Television program.

Minimum Qualifications

MFA or BA in screenwriting or related field.

Minimum 3 years of professional screenwriting experience.

Minimum 2 years of teaching screenwriting experience.

Preferred Qualifications

MFA in screenwriting.

More than 3 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/or episodic television.

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

Ability to contribute to a collaborative faculty culture.

Capacity to help shape the future of a growing program.

Strong communication, organizational, and creative problem‑solving skills.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary range is $5,371.19 per 3‑credit course. Position is not eligible for overtime or benefits.

EEO Statement
The University of Colorado 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.

How to Apply
Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae or resume, and any additional attachments at

https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39923&lang=en . Questions may be directed to David Liban, david.liban@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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