<p>Position Information</p> <p>Posting Number F00356 Position Title Assistant Professor of Film Production (Tenure Track) Division Academic Affairs Division Department Name Film Studies Program Position Type Faculty Position Overview</p> <p>The Film Studies Program at Rhode Island College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Film Production. The individual will teach a range of courses in the areas of pre-production, production, and post-production; advise film majors; engage in scholarly and/or creative work; and participate in department, college, and community service in manners appropriate to the position. Ability to collaborate across departmental subdisciplines in both teaching and creative work preferred.</p> <p>Essential Duties</p> <ul> <li>Teach upper-level courses in cinematography and lighting, editing and sound mixing, and-based on area of specialization-either advanced narrative film production or advanced documentary film production. </li><li>Additional teaching responsibilities may include other courses offered within the Film Studies Program. </li><li>Advise students majoring in Film. </li><li>Direct production-based honors projects or capstone projects. </li><li>Engage in scholarly and/or creative work. </li><li>Participate in department, college, and community service. </li></ul> <p>Occasional Duties</p> <p>Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the department chair.</p> <p>Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Ability to teach film courses from the 100-level to 400-level. </li><li>Ability to continue creative work. </li><li>Ability to coordinate and/or participate in the full range of activities of a film program. </li><li>Must have knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. </li><li>Must possess the ability to work well with students and colleagues. </li><li>Must the possess ability to mentor students in their creative work. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <p>Education: MFA in Film and/or Media Production, conferred by July 1, 2026. PhD with relevant film production experience will also be considered.</p> <p>Experience: Experience in either narrative or documentary filmmaking.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Training and experience in one of the following: screenwriting, color grading, VFX work. </li><li>Willingness to serve in a faculty leadership role as part of college-wide shared governance following the awarding of tenure. </li><li>Experience working with non-traditional students and a diverse student population. </li></ul> <p>Environmental Conditions</p> <p>Varies by course. Includes smart classrooms, MAC computer labs, and the campus Multi-Media Production Studio (soundstage).</p> <p>Position Details</p> <p>FLSA Exempt Full Time / Part Time Full-time Proposed Compensation</p> <p>Assistant Professor - $66,569.93</p> <p>May be eligible for additional compensation based on prior collegiate level or industry specific experience.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:</p> <ul> <li>Health and Wellness - Medical, Dental & Vision </li><li>Wellness Incentives and Rewards </li><li>Paid time Off - Vacation, Sick & Holiday </li><li>Retirement Benefits </li><li>Disability and Insurance Benefits </li><li>Education Benefits - Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI </li></ul> <p>For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits.</p> <p>Reports to (Title) Department Chair of English Academic or Calendar Year Academic Position Status Continuing Tenure Track End of Temporary or Limited Position Collective Bargaining Unit RIC/AFT</p> <p>Posting Information</p> <p>Number of Positions Available 1 Application Posting Date 04/30/2026 Application Closing Date 05/15/2026 Special Instructions</p> <ul> <li>Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship. </li><li>Please provide a link to a sample of creative work along with the other required documentation. </li><li>Upon hire, candidate will be required to arrange for an official transcript of highest degree earned to be mailed/transmitted directly from the institution to RIC. </li><li>The application includes an optional button for candidates to upload additional documents, if desired. </li><li>Candidates will be prompted during the application process to provide 3 names and email addresses for reference letters. </li></ul> <p>AA/EEO/ADA Statement</p> <p>As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.</p>