OVERVIEW The Music, Film, and Creative Enterprise department of the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a full-time clinical faculty position in Film to begin fall semester 2025. We seek an engaged colleague with demonstrated expertise in the theory and craft of contemporary filmmaking practices to lead our growing film studies program and to teach, refine, and develop foundational and elective courses in film theory and filmmaking. The candidate will be an accomplished film production professional with a strong professional record, a varied professional portfolio, and have expertise in a broad range of crafts including two or more of the following: directing, producing, editing, screenwriting, lighting, sound, production management, cinematography, and/or other related fields within the art and science of film production. The ideal candidate will have an understanding and working knowledge of how the rest of these elements work in the process of making and distributing films. Our ideal candidate is committed to empowering students with the conceptual, technical, and critical skills to develop their creative voices. In addition, the candidate’s work and teaching reflects the range of creative possibilities of moving images and narrative art in contemporary society. We seek an individual who possesses a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, who has the desire and ability to foster meaningful connections between the film studies program and the greater filmmaking and arts communities both locally and nationally, and who brings these collaborations into their classes. The clinical faculty in Film will teach 4 to 6 undergraduate courses in filmmaking and criticism per year depending on administrative responsibilities and course scheduling needs during the academic year. This faculty role requires the ability to teach specific courses or subject areas and the creativity to design new courses; involves recruiting, advising, and mentoring students; and has the potential for future leadership and administration of the Film Studies program (in multi-year terms that are renewable). Clinical faculty at the University of St. Thomas are qualified in a given field or discipline by having established records as accomplished practitioners or by having made significant contributions to the arts, sciences or their profession. Clinical appointments are non-tenure track appointments that are subject to one-year renewals for committed faculty with a passion for teaching and administrative service. Additional information specifically for prospective new faculty at St. Thomas can be found athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/for-faculty/index.html. QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications: + Master’s degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent degree) in Film or related field with a minimum five years of expertise in all areas of producing – including development, production, budgeting, streaming, marketing, and contract and negotiation + Demonstrated ability to teach, including but not limited to, introductory and advanced courses in Film, Moving Image Studies, or a technical aspect of film production in the candidate’s area of specialization + Evidence of excellence in creative work through a national profile of three to five publicly exhibited works + Experience with and commitment to the development of local connections with film industry professionals and related arts organizations Department, College, and University The Department of Music, Film, and Creative Enterprise is housed in the College of Arts and Sciences at St. Thomas. Degree options include the BA in Film Studies, BA in Music Business, BA in Music, BM in Music Education, BM in Music Performance, and Master of Arts in Music Education. The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic, mission-driven, urban university. Located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to two downtown metropolitan centers with thriving music scenes, we are Minnesota’s largest private university with eight schools and colleges, 150+ undergraduate majors/minors, and 55 graduate programs. The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity, and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will have a commitment to the ideals of this mission. Salary & Benefits The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which includes: + Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, and up to 50% tuition remission for spouses and dependents upon eligibility + A generous employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility + Medical, dental, and vision options + Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits + All eligible full-time faculty may request Parental Leave for the birth or adoption of a child How to Apply Applications are due byOctober 4th. Applicants must apply online athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/, providing the following: + Letter of application (cover letter) + Curriculum vitae + List of 3 references with contact information + Link to professional portfolio representing your work to date + Films of various genres of your own or those in which you have been involved + List of classes taught and syllabi + If available, examples of student work pre- or post-graduation + Statement on experiential approach to teaching film courses + Statement discussing professional engagement interests including interest and ability to develop local connections with film industry professionals and related arts organizations in the Twin Cities to enhance the student experience. + Reflection on commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate. Candidates who advance in the search will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation and selected sample film(s) from a portfolio of work. For full consideration, materials should be submitted byOctober 4, 2024, however the position will remain open until filled. Please contact the search chair Dr. Shersten Johnson (srjohnson2@stthomas.edu) if you have any questions. Apply for this job (https://facultyemployment-stthomas.icims.com/jobs/7997/clinical-faculty--film/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336181904) Want to get notified about new employment opportunities? To receive notifications regarding new job opportunities that fit your selected career interestsConnect with us. (https://facultyemployment-stthomas.icims.com/connect?back=intro&findajob=1&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-435746366) Posted Date3 months ago(8/6/2024 4:34 PM) CampusSt. Paul Employment TypeClinical Faculty FLSA StatusExempt/Salaried