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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Department of Film Production and Media Studies within the Bellisario College of Communications is seeking applications for a Lecturer position starting August 2024. This is a 36-week appointment, funded for a period of one year.

Education, Experience and Expectations: An M.F.A. in Film Production or related field is required. Candidates with a strong professional portfolio and college-level teaching experience will be given preference.

Candidates should have undergraduate-level teaching abilities in basic to advanced film production courses, with specific experience in narrative production and post-production. Candidates must be familiar with digital film technology and be able to guide students through the pre-production, production and post-production of individual short films. Key responsibilities include teaching three courses per semester and student advising.

Application: Applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is identified. For information on the department and its programs, see: http://bellisario.psu.edu/.

The Film Production major offers in-depth study of film and video production, incorporating writing, production (directing, cinematography, sound design, post-production), and production management principles. Narrative, documentary, and alternative forms are explored in a program that encourages critical thinking, idea development and applied practice. Emphasis is on discovering the ability to make creative, aesthetic and content decisions while developing a sense of personal style. The Film Production major is one of five majors in the Bellisario College of Communications and currently serves approximately 140 students. More information about the major can be found at: www.bellisario.psu.edu (https://www.bellisario.psu.edu/departments/film-production-media-studies) .

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