Visiting Assistant Professor/Professional Lecturer in Media Studies and Production

Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor/Professional Lecturer in Media Studies and Production

Department/School:

Film, Television, and Media Arts Department/School of Communication & the Arts

Salary/Pay Rate:

$75,000 - $80,000

Job Summary:

Marist University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor / Professional Lecturer position in Media Studies and Production for the 2027-2028 academic year. Within the Film, Television, and Media Arts Department, we seek a creative practitioner and educator with expertise in video editing and post-production who can prepare students to create compelling visual stories across film, television, and digital platforms.

The successful candidate will teach various Video Editing and Advanced Post-Production courses, helping students develop the technical proficiency, creative judgment, and professional workflows necessary for effective media production. Candidates with additional expertise in sound design, lighting design, and/or screenwriting are also encouraged to apply.

The B.A. in Film, Television, and Media Arts prepares students for careers in film, television, and media production through hands-on production, creative development, and collaborative learning. Students gain experience directing, editing, and producing content in professional production environments. Through collaborative projects and student-driven productions, they create original work and build professional portfolios. The program emphasizes storytelling, technical skill, and creative practice.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Evidence of successful teaching.
• Significant professional or industry experience in video editing, post-production, or a related area of media production.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and relevant applications within the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with post-production workflows, including color correction and media finishing.
• A portfolio demonstrating creative, technical, and/or professional work in film, video, or media production.

Essential Functions:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Video Editing and Advanced Post-Production.
• Provide hands-on instruction in video editing techniques, post-production workflows, and the creative and technical dimensions of visual storytelling.
• Incorporate current professional practices and industry-standard tools into coursework.
• Guide students in developing technical skills, creative approaches, and effective workflows for completing media projects.
• Teach in one or more areas across several disciplines within the program, as course needs and the candidate's expertise permit.
• Teach courses in on-ground and/or online environments, as needed.
• Depending on program needs and the candidate's qualifications, contribute to instruction in areas such as sound design, lighting design, and/or screenwriting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An M.F.A in Film, Media Production, Media Arts, or a closely related field.
• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Experience with DaVinci Resolve, Blackmagic Design equipment and workflows, and/or color correction.
• Knowledge of interoperability among Adobe applications, particularly Photoshop, After Effects, and Audition.
• Additional expertise in sound design, lighting design, and/or screenwriting.
• Experience integrating professional production practices and hands-on creative projects into undergraduate instruction.

Required Application Documents:

• Cover letter describing their qualifications, professional or creative practice, and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae (CV) outlining relevant education, teaching, and professional experience.
• Portfolio of creative or professional work consisting of links to 3-10 examples demonstrating expertise in video editing and/or media production. Applicants should briefly describe their role and contributions to collaborative projects, where applicable.
• Teaching philosophy (one page, double-spaced) describing their approach to instruction, student mentorship, and practice-based learning.
• Contact information of three professional references.

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  
  
  
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
  
  
  
  
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity - Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
  
  
  
  

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The Film, Television, and Media Arts program at Marist University prepares students to create visual stories across film, television, and digital platforms through hands-on production and creative development. Students gain experience directing, editing, and producing content in professional production environments. Through collaborative projects and student-driven productions, students create original work and build professional portfolios. The program emphasizes storytelling, technical skill, and creative practice for careers in film, television, and media production.

The B.A in Film, Television, and Media Arts fosters critical thinking, strong hands-on skills, and creativity in the study and production of media. Drawing from a strong liberal arts foundation, Film, Television, and Media Arts integrates the history, theory, and analysis of visual culture with production experience and internship opportunities in the areas of television and film. It prepares students for fulfilling careers in a wide-range of media industries.

Marist's School of Communication and the Arts prepares students for careers in communication, media, and fashion & art practices, building valuable skills that complement a foundational liberal arts education.

The Film, Television, and Media Arts Department and the School of Communication and the Arts are committed to advancing an inclusive climate.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Faculty (Full-Time)

Months per Year:

9

Work Schedule:

Time as required for teaching.

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.