Instructor of Film Studies

Instructor in Film Studies (part-time)

Visual and Performing Arts Department, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences.

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Join the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) team as our Instructor in Film Studies in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

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Salary/Pay Range : $25,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

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Summary

The Film Studies Program in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) seeks a half-time Instructor of Film Studies to commence in the Fall 2024 semester. The primary teaching assignment involves teaching in-person introductory and core courses in Film Studies (i.e. courses focused on film history, the critical analysis of cinema & media, film theory, national cinemas, genre/auteur studies). The integration of theory and practice in film studies as it applies to the broader interdisciplinary arts world is a central ethos of the VAPA department and is a focus of this position. The ideal candidate will be expected to teach in-person on campus and contribute to the continued growth and development of Film Studies curriculum. Candidates should send: CV, cover letter, one introduction-level film syllabus, one elective film syllabus.

Essential Functions

• Teach a range of classes including Introduction to Film Studies to advanced topic courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. 
• Work with the Director of Film Studies in the continued development of the program. 
• Develop film and media courses that elevate underrepresented perspectives in the classroom, addressing the cultures and experiences of people of color in the United States  especially through intersectional approaches to gender, race, ethnicity, ability, and class
• Collaborate with faculty to develop inclusive curriculum and coordinate/expand interdisciplinary collaborations and screening events with other VAPA programs and other departments on campus. Participate in service
• Teach entry-level required courses such as Introduction to Film Studies and Narrative Cinema, in rotation with current faculty.
• Propose and teach new film courses. An emphasis on global, post-colonial and/or film and filmmaking in and by underrepresented groups is desired.
• Actively develop ideas to integrate inclusive pedagogy across the arts. 

Cross-Campus Collaborations

•  Potential for collaborations with the other programs within the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, the Heller Center for the Humanities, and other departments within the College of Letters Arts and Sciences. 

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Education: An M.A. or M.F.A in Film Studies or a closely related field.  
• Experience: 2 years full-time experience (or equivalent) teaching film at the post-secondary level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching an inclusive curriculum to a diverse student population that foregrounds intersections among race, ability, class, and gender identities
• Evidence of familiarity with critical trends and inclusive pedagogical practices in the areas of film, screen, and media history and theory (including forms of post-digital culture/emergent media technologies)
• Proven ability to teach both entry-level film courses and advanced topics in film studies.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employee is occasionally 
required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, moderate energy requirements and fine motor 
skills. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by April  3rd, 2024 by 5:00pm MST.
• Potential interview dates: the week of April 22nd, 2024.
• Potential start date: August 19th, 2024.

UCCS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Under the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at [email protected] .