Assistant or Associate Professor, Creative Producer in Film, Video and Digital Production

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Department:

School of Communication

Time Type:

Full time

Job Description:

The Film and Media Arts Division in the School of Communication at American University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-line position beginning August 1, 2025. Applicants should have a terminal degree (such as an MFA, MBA, or PhD) or an expected terminal degree completion date by August 1, 2025 in Film, Video, and Digital Production, or another relevant field. Candidates who don’t have a terminal degree but have equivalent professional experience combined with relevant teaching experience in the field(s) of creative producing in fiction, documentary and/or cross-platform filmmaking will also be considered. Candidates may be hired at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, commensurate with experience. Depending on qualifications, the appointee to this position may be recommended for tenure at the time of hiring, pending successful tenure review and approval by the Board of Trustees.

Nationally recognized work in creative producing and a passion for teaching and mentoring are required. Program management experience is a plus. This position will be expected to take an active role in reshaping and redeveloping the Film and Media Arts Division’s creative producing program. We are looking for someone with the ability to build new partnerships and strengthen existing ones, both within AU and the film and media industry more broadly. Participation in department, school, and university service is also required. This position is part of the Film & Media Arts (FMA) Division, which has a commitment to experiential learning and “media that matters.” Our mission is guided by American University’s Changemakers for a Changing World strategic plan and Inclusive Excellence. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Salary and benefits are competitive, with an expected salary range of $95,000 to $99,000 (Assistant Professor), or $100,000 to $120,000 (Associate Professor). Review of applications will begin September 16th and will continue until the position is filled, subject to ongoing budgetary approval. Application materials sent over email will not be accepted or considered. Include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and examples of recent creative producing, which may include a sample reel, website, published papers, TedTalks, presentations, and other supporting materials. In addition, a statement of past and/or anticipated contributions to diversity and inclusion through teaching, scholarship, and service is required. Recommendation letters and evaluations of teaching will be requested at a later stage. Please contact Liz Kan, Faculty Affairs Coordinator, at 202-885-2751 or lizkan@american.edu if you have any questions.   

American University is a private institution within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation’s capital. For more information about American University, visit our website by clicking here. Established in 1993, the School of Communication offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. You can learn more about the Film and Media Arts division by clicking here.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership dev