Adjunct Faculty in Documentary, Chicago, Illinois

DePaul University

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.


Posting Details

Job ID: 95418

College/School: College of Computing and Digital Media
Responsibilities:

DePaul's College of Computing & Digital Media (CDM) is located in the heart of Chicago's Loop, the central business district of Chicago. CDM students come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures therefore CDM is interested in recruiting and maintaining a diverse faculty. Part-time teaching positions are available throughout the academic year, including summer sessions. Academic course schedules fluctuate from quarter to quarter, and the college will work with selected individuals to determine a quarterly schedule. Courses are not guaranteed, however the college does its best to give ample notice about available courses. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview.

The School of Cinematic Arts (SCA) offers courses on both the Loop and Lincoln Park campuses. Serving over 1,000 students majoring in Film and Television, Screenwriting, Documentary and Animation, SCA provides general education courses in the Arts and Literature liberal studies domain.

Required Qualifications:
Minimum requirements include a master's degree in the discipline, or 18 semester/27 quarter hours of graduate work in the discipline, or an undergraduate degree with a minimum of five years demonstrated relevant professional experience. Exceptions may be considered with approval of the dean.

MFA in documentary plus professional credits on distributed or broadcasted work, or significant festival screenings or awards are preferred. The candidate must have demonstrated experience in creating inclusive work/learning spaces.

The candidate must have demonstrated experience in working in teaching in an diverse learning environment.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
The documentary program equips aspiring documentary filmmakers with both a deep understanding of the documentary genre and strong skills in film production. The curriculum integrates knowledge of documentary's history, styles, traditions, affinity for research and development, and varied approaches to storytelling and production with high production values, effective post-production, and the ability to take creative work to its audiences.

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