Assistant Professor, Film Program Lazio

Assistant Professor, Film Program
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

The American University of Rome invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the program of Film, beginning Fall 2025. AUR's well-established program currently offers a BA in Film, along with a minor. The Program in Film is a generalist filmmaking program strongly anchored within a liberal-arts paradigm. The program utilizes a student-centered and project-based pedagogy in its unique curriculum. The person appointed will contribute to the further growth of the program by working closely with the program director to update the curriculum, teach and mentor students, and raise the program's academic profile through an active program of scholarship and research or creative output.

The deadline for applications is December 1st, 2024.

Requirements:MFA or terminal degree in FilmKnowledge and experience in writing, shooting, and editing film projectsExperience teaching at the undergraduate levelAbility to mentor studentsA strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level in a small-class environment with active learning techniquesAbility to contribute courses at the introductory level, core courses and electives in production and/or post-productionA commitment to continual course and curriculum development and improvementRecord of creative outputExcellent oral and written EnglishWorking proficiency with Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve softwareResponsibilities:Teach undergraduate courses in film at all levels, specifically in the areas of non-fiction filmmaking, experimental filmmaking, sound for film, or screenwritingCarry a nominal course load of six courses (18 credits) per yearEngage in service to the department and the university, for example, by contributing to program development and serving on committeesAdvise and mentor students, including advising senior capstone projectsCollaborate with faculty and students on initiatives that enhance the academic and cultural environment of the universityContinue to produce creative film workExperience with (and contacts in) the Italian/European film industry in order to interface our program and students with the local/European industry, including the various funding and distribution structuresExperience in fund-raising or obtaining grantsThe successful candidate will:Collaborate with the program director in the development of an innovative, state-of-the-art program and curriculum (e. g. , cooperate in joint degree programs with other departments, creation of new courses, field trips)Attract resources (e. g. , visiting professors, partnerships with companies, fundraising)Organize and promote the program and its activities in coordination with the program director (e. g. , seminars, conferences, and end-of-semester events, and occasional shows)About AURThe American University of Rome (AUR) is located in Rome, Italy, and since 1969 has provided an American liberal arts education to students from all over the world seeking a unique and extraordinary educational experience. It is the oldest American degree-granting institution in Rome, and currently offers 10 Bachelor degrees and 3 Master degrees. All programs are taught in English.

AUR is a small, regionally accredited, internationally recognized liberal arts college offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs of the highest quality to students from all over the world. It is a first-choice university for degree students seeking an international learning experience through well-established programs and as a destination for study-abroad students. AUR prepares students to live and work across cultures as skilled and knowledgeable citizens of an interconnected and rapidly changing world.

Application & ProcedureApplications should be sent to ******. Include, in PDF format, a letter of application responding to the responsibilities and desired characteristics above and detailing relevant teaching and scholarly/creative experience; an up-to-date CV; a link to a portfolio of their work as links or documents; a portfolio of student work describing the context (class, project goals or outcomes); and the names of three references to be contacted should the candidate proceed to the interview stage. Include HR 10_24 FILM and the candidate's full name in the subject field.

First-round candidates will be interviewed remotely. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview in Rome.

LEVEL: Assistant Professor

START DATE: August 2025

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 1 December 2024

SALARY: Competitive with local market

NOTE: Employment conditional on having or obtaining Italian working papers

The American University of Rome is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education. Candidates of all genders are welcome to apply.

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