Full-Time Faculty – Filmmaking, Video

International Research Institute MICA

. Teach 6 studio classes per academic year (3 Fall, 3 Spring), ranging from introductory First Year Experience to graduate coursework .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeBaltimore • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $56,246 - $146,325 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Film and Media Production, with a strong foundation in teaching at the college level and a commitment to fostering student development. Proficient in industry-standard production software and equipment, with a record of professional creative accomplishment in filmmaking.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Terminal Degree (MFA, PhD) in Film or Related Field3+ Years Teaching Experience at College LevelProficiency with Adobe Creative SuiteExpertise in Film Theory and HistoryExperience in Narrative Fiction, Documentary, or Experimental Film

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Hard Skills

FilmmakingDigital Media ProductionFilm TheoryVideo EditingCinematographySound DesignProduction FrameworksCreative AccomplishmentVirtual ProductionVisual Effects

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoringCollaborationFacilitation SkillsCreative Development

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Creative SuiteDigital CamerasEditing Suite HardwareSound Stage Control PanelsComputational/AI-Enabled Tools

Industry Keywords

Film FestivalsScreeningsExhibitionsAudience PlatformsStrategic Planning

Tech Stack

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Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach 6 studio classes per academic year (3 Fall, 3 Spring), ranging from introductory First Year Experience to graduate coursework
Teach undergraduate Film & Video and college-wide related courses
Work collaboratively with program faculty, Department Chairs, and Film Centre staff to meet student academic needs
Mentor and advise students, fostering creative and professional development
Participate in departmental service, committee membership, program development, assessment, strategic planning, admissions, student programs, and college-wide initiatives promoting shared governance
Maintain an active professional practice and/or research agenda that informs teaching and contributes to the field

Requirements

What you’ll need

A terminal degree (MFA, PhD) in Film, Media Production, Video Art or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
3 years or more of experience teaching at the college level with a passion for education
Record of professional creative accomplishment in filmmaking showing technical and conceptual expertise, with recognition through film festivals, distribution, screenings/exhibitions or other avenues
Proficiency with relevant digital industry-standard production software including the Adobe Creative Suite
Command of digital equipment including cameras, sound stage control panels, and editing suite hardware
Strong communication, demonstration, and facilitation skills
Expertise in either narrative fiction, documentary or experimental film
Demonstrated knowledge of film theory and history
Strong desire to integrate new technologies and equipment into practice and education
Expertise with core film and video industry production frameworks (pre through post production)
Satisfactory background check
Preferred: Experience in virtual production and real-time environments
Preferred: Experience in visual effects and computational/AI-enabled creative tools
Preferred: Proficiency with 16mm film cameras and film editing
Preferred: Experience with evolving distribution and audience platforms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits package
SEIU Local 500 representation
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Required training provided: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment