Film & Media Arts Instructor Instructor #2548 at Trident Technical College in Charleston, South Carolina

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities

The Film and Media Arts Instructor reports directly to the Department Head. The primary responsibilities of this faculty member include teaching courses through systematically planned and delivered instruction, designing and developing curriculum, evaluating student performance, and advising students. The candidate must be able to teach on a flexible schedule that may include night classes and should be prepared to work long hours outdoors in inclement weather at various locations.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

This position requires an associate's degree in film production or a closely related field and six (6) years of proven professional film production experience OR a bachelor's degree in film production or a closely related field and four (4) years of proven professional film production experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidate will have experience teaching film production at the college level, utilizing various technologies and teaching methods. The candidate must possess well-developed skills in all phases of the production process, with a particular focus on cinematography, lighting, and grip equipment. The role requires someone who can show initiative, work independently with sound judgment, and maintain high standards of customer service. Additionally, the position entails frequently lifting and transporting heavy equipment, as well as working on ladders, lifts, and scaffolding. Candidates must be able to thrive in an environment characterized by ongoing technological changes. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential for this position.

Additional Comments

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.574.6201. This position is open until filled with preference given to applicants that apply by April 4. 2025.



Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.


Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to 843.574.6682 or emailed in PDF format to Employment@tridenttech.edu by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

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