"Assistant Professor of Serial Media and Digital Content"

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number: F00463P

Classification Title: Assistant Professor

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Serial Media and Digital Content

GSU Information

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General information on faculty roles and responsibilities can be obtained from the Faculty Handbook and the Office of Faculty Affairs website. All faculty at Georgia State are, as part of their essential job duties, expected to: (1) be physically present on-campus as needed to contribute to Georgia State’s in-person educational experience, and (2) be able to teach in each of the following instructional modalities – in-person, online, or blended/hybrid – as determined by their Department Chair or Dean.

Department: School of Film,Media & Theatre

College: College of the Arts

Campus: Atlanta

Position Type: Full Time Faculty

Posting Type: Internal/External

About the Department

The School of Film, Media & Theatre is part of the College of the Arts... [full dept description]

Position Description

The School of Film, Media & Theatre at Georgia State University seeks an emerging practitioner with creative writing, directing, and/or producing experience in serial television for streaming and digital platforms to enhance students’ experiential engagement with contemporary media. The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining an active creative agenda, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in film and media, mentoring graduate students, and participating in service at the department, college, and/or university levels.

Teaching

• Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Teach existing core courses such as “Producing for TV and Film,” “Serial Television Production,” “Writing the Series,” and “Studio Television Production”
• Develop and teach new courses in areas of expertise that might include, but are not limited to: New Media Production, Media Industries, Interactive Media Theory and Production, Mobile Media Production, Webcasting and streaming technologies
• Integrate current industry practices and technologies into curriculum
• Mentor students in creative development and professional preparation

Research

• Maintain an active creative portfolio with a focus on narratively driven serial media
• Present work at professional conferences and festivals
• Produce professional media content
• Seek external funding opportunities where appropriate

Service

• Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local and regional media production studios and organizations
• Participate in curriculum development and assessment
• Advise students on academic and career matters
• Support departmental recruitment and retention initiatives

Required Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in teaching at the university level

Required Education: M.F.A in film and media production or a related field

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• MFA in Film/Television Production, Media Production, Screenwriting, or related field (or equivalent professional experience) by appointment start date
• Strong creative portfolio showcasing the creative development, writing, direction, and/or production of narratively driven serial content for television, streaming platforms, or digital media
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential at undergraduate and graduate levels
• Experience in teaching writing, directing, and/or producing serial media and digital content at the university level
• An emerging record of mentoring students and/or colleagues
• An emerging record of administrative and/or service responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines

Salary: $75,000

Search Chair Contact info: Susan G. Reid, Assistant Professor, sreid36@gsu.edu

Departmental contact for assistance: Jennifer M. Barker, Director, jmbarker@gsu.edu

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2026

Open Date: 12/12/2025

Review of Applications Begins: 01/31/2026

Close Date: 04/01/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions Summary

Please submit the following materials electronically:

1. Letter of application addressing qualifications and teaching philosophy (2-3 pages)
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Creative portfolio or reel... [full instructions]
4. Statement of teaching philosophy and approach to mentorship (1-2 pages)
5. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (course evaluations, sample syllabi, etc.)
6. Names and contact information for three (3) professional references...

Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6515