ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - FILM AND TELEVISION PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT at Ithaca College in ithaca, New York

Job Description:

The Ithaca College Roy H. Park School of Communications invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor appointment in Film and Television Program Development beginning Fall 2025 in Ithaca, NY. This position joins the Media Arts, Sciences, and Studies Department (MASS) with 40+ full-time faculty dedicated to teaching excellence who offer 4 degree programs for nearly 1,000 majors, along with 5 minors. The Park School is housed in a state-of-the-art facility with a $5M inventory of film and digital media portable equipment, multiple studio spaces, and cutting-edge technologies including an LED surround wall for virtual production. The Park School is regularly included among the top media schools by the three leading industry publications: Variety, Hollywood Reporter and The Wrap

Primary responsibilities include teaching assigned classes in producing, including any combination of courses such as Digital Media Producing, Program Development, Production Management, Media Writing, and other similar courses



Qualifications: Masters in Film, Television, Screenwriting, or related field is preferred. Candidates with an advanced degree in other areas and with significant industry-related experience will be considered.

The successful candidate will teach a full course load per academic year, act as an academic advisor for students, and serve on Department, School, and College committees. There is an also an expectation of research, creative, and/or professional work. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to teach in ways that value the varied learning needs and interests of a culturally diverse student population, and that reflect a commitment to encouraging success in all students.

Application Instructions: Interested applicants must apply online at http://ithaca.edu/jobs/, search for and select this position, and attach a CV, cover letter, and a list with the names of three references. To ensure full consideration, a completed application should be received by October 28, 2024.


Questions about the online application can be directed to the Ithaca College Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu, 607-274-8000.   

Visa sponsorship may be provided for this position.

Ithaca College is building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the College is appreciated.

Hiring Range: $61,000 - $65,000, dependent on discipline, qualifications and experience. Additional benefits include access to industry-level equipment and facilities for creative work.

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:

    * Healthcare including vision and dental
    * Generous Paid Time Off Policies
    * 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution 
    * EAP
    * Flexible Work Plans
    * Educational Benefits
    * Career-Enhancing Trainings
    * For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness 

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check.