Immersive Media and Video (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)
Central Michigan University, MI, United States
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Immersive Media and Video (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)
The School of Communication, Journalism, and Media invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in video and immersive media production at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position begins in August of 2025. The ideal candidate would have a background in immersive media (VR, AR, projection mapping, virtual sets, etc.), filmmaking, digital media creation, including shooting, editing, studio production, and/or post-production. Responsibilities include teaching a variety of existing undergraduate and graduate courses, advising students, and developing new courses in the area of video and immersive media production. Establishing a strong program of research and/or creative activity, and providing service to the department, college, university, and profession are expected.
Required Qualifications
- PhD, MFA or equivalent terminal degree completed by August 15, 2025 with an emphasis in video, film or related mass media studies area.
- Experience using industry-standard tools to create immersive media (VR, AR, projection mapping, virtual sets, etc.).
- Experience in film or video production, contemporary practices, and/or areas of evolving media trends.
- Experience in the classroom with an ability to teach video and digital media production.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suites.
- 2 or more years experience teaching at the university level.
- A professional, creative, or research record in film or video production, immersive media, contemporary practices, and/or areas of evolving media trends.
- Ability and comfort to teach other media-related courses.
Application materials include:
- a letter of application that specifically addresses position qualifications and duties,
- current vita,
- contact information for three references, and
- a link to a portfolio that demonstrates knowledge of immersive media, film, and video production.
Letters of interest may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
About the Department
The School of Communication, Journalism, & Media at Central Michigan University is dedicated to empowering students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape.
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