Adjunct Faculty in Film - Production

Position Description

DePaul's Jarvis College of Computing & Digital Media (CDM) is located in the heart of Chicago's Loop, the central business district of Chicago. Our students represent many different experiences, perspectives, and cultures, and the university strives to recruit and sustain a faculty community where all backgrounds are valued and supported. Part-time teaching positions are available throughout the academic year, including summer sessions. Academic course schedules fluctuate from quarter to quarter, and the college will work with selected individuals to determine a quarterly schedule. Courses are not guaranteed, however the college does its best to give ample notice about available courses. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview.

The School of Cinematic Arts (SCA) offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs including Film and Television, Animation, Creative Producing, Documentary, and Screenwriting on the Loop campus and at DePaul Cinespace Studios. Find out more about SCA at https://www.cdm.depaul.edu/academics/Pages/School-of-Cinematic-Arts.aspx.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a master's degree in the discipline, or 18 semester/27 quarter hours of graduate work in the discipline, or an undergraduate degree with a minimum of five years demonstrated relevant professional experience. Exceptions may be considered with approval of the dean.

Graduate degree in film or cinema, and professional credits on distributed or broadcasted work, or significant film festival or contest screenings or awards are preferred.

Application Instructions

The Film and Television Production Program in the School of Cinematic Arts is hiring part-time instructors with educational, teaching and professional experience in cinema production for all phases of the filmmaking process, including pre-production, production, and post-production. Applicants in screenwriting, sound design, post production, or television are encouraged to apply to those specific searches.

This posting applies to:

• Film
• Cinema
• Filmmaking
• Film Production
• Film Studies
• Film Producing
• Film Directing
• Screen Acting
• Cinematography

Salary Information

The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $4,800 and $6,100 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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