The Eugene S. Pulliam School of Journalism and Creative Media in the College of Communication at Butler University invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track assistant professor in the Creative Media and Entertainment (CME) major with an expected start date of August 2024. The successful candidate will teach classes video production and entertainment media creation. A working knowledge of emerging visual and social media is a plus.
Minimum Qualifications:- A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in communication, media or related field completed(ABD considered) by May 2024Preferred Qualifications:While not everyone may meet all preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:- Successful experience in one or more of the following: – working collaboratively with others (e.g., committee service, being part of a production team, co-teaching) – working independently (e.g., supervising a production, course development) – teaching and working with individuals of socially/culturally diverse communities- Producing, directing or working on narrative, documentary or entertainment visual projects- Teaching undergraduate film and/or media production courses- Creating effective media content- Provide a special emphasis on social justice lines of inquiry in teaching, creative, and/or scholarly activity- Professional experience as a filmmaker or in media production- Demonstrate a dynamic entrepreneurial initiative by connecting and collaborating with media industry professionals on the local, regional, and/or national levels- Record of participation in juried creative works- Record of a scholarly agenda in creative media and entertainment- Effective interpersonal communication skills- Effective oral communication skills- Effective classroom management skillsTo apply, candidates must submit: – A letter of application outlining qualifications, a teaching philosophy, and experience with/commitment to teaching a diverse student body- Curriculum vitae – Current teaching evaluations (if available) – Contact information for three references- A promising creative and/or scholarly agenda in television, film, video, and new emerging mediaAll materials must be submitted by September 25, 2023, to be considered.
Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. Gary Edgerton, Search Committee Chair. Please apply here: https://careers.butler.edu/en-us/job/494839/assistant-professor-in-creative-media-entertainment
About the University and the College of Communication:
Butler University is a comprehensive, liberal-arts-based, private university located in the vibrant and culturally diverse city of Indianapolis and is committed to undergraduate teaching excellence. The university enrolls approximately 5,000 students across its six colleges, including the College of Communication. The College enrolls approximately 550 students across its 8 majors and online graduate program in Strategic Communication. Tenure-track faculty members typically teach three courses per semester with an expectation of producing juried creative works and/or scholarly research that leads to publication. Butler offers generous financial support for research, innovations in curricular development, and travel to present for domestic and international conferences. Additional information about the University and the College can be found at www.butler.edu.Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.