Assistant Professor of Film and Media Studies

Colorado College Careers — Colorado Springs, CO

Posted: 2026-09-03

Job Description

• Tenure-track, full-time, on-site Assistant Professor position in Film and Media Studies at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, CO, beginning August 2027.
• Teach six courses annually, including Basic Filmmaking, Advanced Filmmaking, Senior Thesis: Creative, and introductory/advanced topics in production and post-production.
• Teach hands-on filmmaking skills including directing, camera technology, sound recording, editing, and a potential secondary specialty such as animation, cinematography, sound design, or visual effects.
• Requires an MFA or PhD in filmmaking/film production, visual design, cinematography, or a related field by the start date; extraordinary experience may substitute for the terminal degree.
• Demonstrate broad digital filmmaking experience from conception through post-production, undergraduate teaching and mentoring ability, and a record of creative work shown in festivals, museums, broadcast, theatrical, streaming, or related venues.
• Application deadline is December 30, 2026; H-1B sponsorship may be available subject to the stated petition-fee eligibility conditions.

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