Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Screenwriting in Film & Television (23-24)
Job description
Full-time Faculty Positions
Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Part-time Faculty Positions
DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed.
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Posting Details
Job ID: 103568
Rank: Instructor/Professional LecturerCollege/School: Chicago, IL - Jarvis College of Computing & Digital Media
Responsibilities:DePaul University is located in the heart of Chicago's vibrant Loop and Lincoln Park communities. In 2022, the School of Cinematic Arts (SCA) was ranked 15th in Hollywood Reporter’s annual list of the top film schools in the country and named by Variety as one of the top film schools in the world.
In SCA, there are currently over 1,900 majors enrolled in the BA, BFA, BS, MS and MFA degree programs. The MFA degrees are in Film and Television Directing, Screenwriting, Creative Producing, Documentary and Animation. Production resources include four full sound stages at Cinespace Studios, two green screen stages, production studios for motion capture, television, and sound, industry standard camera packages, and a 4k digital cinema theatre.
Position begins in Fall Quarter 2023-24 (September 2023). Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
DePaul University seeks applicants that reflect the diversity of its student body and the city of Chicago. Applicants who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to an inclusive climate are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas. Women and members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate screenwriting and television writing classes, committee service at the school, college, and university level, supervising student projects, advising, and continued creative activities and/or scholarship in the field.
Required Qualifications
Record of professional practice and/or creative activity is required. Successful applicants will be able to teach theoretical and practical hands-on courses, will have industry and/or academic experience, and are motivated to work with faculty and students on building curriculum, leading school-wide initiatives, and/or participating on collaborative projects. We are actively seeking candidates with cultural diversity competency skills that enhance the experience of traditionally underrepresented populations and cultivate a more inclusive climate for our students, staff, faculty, and the broader community of which DePaul is an integral part.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. MFA degree or equivalent industry experience in film and/or television
2. Exemplary communication and collaboration skills
3. Able to demonstrate cultural competencies in diverse learning communities
Special Instructions to Applicants:Deadline
For priority consideration, apply by January 30, 2022. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Required Documents
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Cover letter
- Links to creative work
- Contact information for three professional references
- A diversity statement describing past and proposed efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in your teaching and/or creative work
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