Assistant Professor–Production Design for Film & Television

Description

The School of Theatre, Television, and Film at San Diego State University is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor with a specialization in Production Design for Film & Television. This position is vital to delivering the curriculum for the Television, Film, and New Media and the Design and Technology programs within the School. Primary responsibilities include teaching courses in production design, including aspects of Film & TV production design and digital design, at lower division, upper division, and graduate levels; collaborating with staff and graduate assistants in the production of student-led television and film-related design projects; and collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to support production design across the School’s various programs.

Other responsibilities include mentoring and advising students in production design, supporting their creative and professional growth; providing guidance on industry-standard design software and tools, revising and developing the production design curriculum to align with changes in the profession; contributing to graduate and undergraduate portfolio, qualifier, and capstone reviews; participating in recruitment activities for production design students; promoting the School on local and national levels; and providing service to the university and professional community.

PSFA is a vibrant creative and cultural community, and home to some of America’s most prestigious programs in communication, criminal justice, hospitality and tourism management, public administration, media, performance, creative industry, and visual art.

Each of the seven schools, three departments, 43 majors, and 18 centers and institutes in PSFA offers innovative curriculum and cutting-edge research. All have earned the respect of their professional networks across the country and around the world. PSFA is also home to ROTC for three branches of the military: Army, Navy/Marines, and Air Force. Website: http://psfa.sdsu.edu/

SCHOOL OF THEATRE, TELEVISION, AND FILM

The School of Theatre, Television, and Film provides a high-quality education for undergraduate and graduate students that emphasizes excellence in the arts and technology, grounded in conceptual and historical foundations. Our students collaborate with faculty to develop and realize their creative potential as artists, scholars, leaders, and global citizens. We practice diversity, equity, and inclusion and support pluralism through theoretical explorations and practical experience in theatre, television, and film. Our pedagogical approach leads students from critical analysis through problem solving into practical action and the realization of art, scholarship, and transformational educational experiences.

Please visit our website at http://ttf.sdsu.edu for information on the School of Theatre, Television, and Film and its programs.

The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule for Assistant Professors and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. The anticipated salary range is from $77,000-$80,000. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.

 

Qualifications

Required qualifications include a terminal degree in production design, art direction, film production, scenic design, or a related field, demonstrated expertise in film and/or television production design, and a commitment to cultivating an inclusive environment and recruiting underrepresented populations within the discipline. Preferred qualifications include demonstrated professional experience in design within the entertainment industry, membership in a professional union (such as IATSE or United Scenic Artists, USA829), experience teaching at the college or university level, experience or a demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring underrepresented students, familiarity with industry-standard software and design tools, knowledge of art, architecture, or decor history, and experience with new technology such as virtual production, AI, or immersive media.

We are seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups. Candidates must satisfy two or more of the eight Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria. Candidates that meet BIE criteria: (a) are committed to engaging in service with underrepresented populations wi