Adjunct Teaching - Theatre & Media Arts - Film Color Correction and Grading (Evening School)
About The Position
This position involves teaching Film Color Correction and Grading in the Evening School program. The role requires preparing course syllabi, managing the classroom and digital learning management system (Canvas), mentoring students, and providing feedback on their work. The instructor will teach and demonstrate professional workflows in DaVinci Resolve, conduct demonstrations, critiques, and lab instruction, and discuss portfolio development and career preparation. The position also covers collaboration with filmmakers in various aspects of production and advising students on creative and technical challenges related to final color finishing and delivery for different platforms. Maintaining current knowledge of industry standards and technologies is essential.
Requirements
- BA or BFA in Film Production (degree must be completed by the start date).
- 2+ years of professional experience.
- Advanced knowledge of color management, image correction, look development, and delivery standards.
- Understanding of how color supports visual storytelling.
- Knowledge of current industry practices and post-production pipelines.
- Must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
- All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
- All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
- Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
Nice To Haves
- Notable teaching outside of a university setting.
- 1+ years of university teaching experience is preferred.
- Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Responsibilities
- Prepare course syllabus.
- Manage the classroom and the digital learning management system (Canvas).
- Mentor students, working closely with beginning to advanced students.
- Assist with students' final Advanced Film Projects.
- Provide constructive, specific feedback on student work.
- Teach and demonstrate professional workflows in DaVinci Resolve.
- Conduct demonstrations, critiques, and hands-on lab instruction.
- Discuss portfolio development and career preparation.
- Cover collaboration with filmmakers in production, cinematography, editing, and visual effects.
- Advise students on creative and technical challenges, covering final color finishing and delivery for theatrical, broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
- Maintain current knowledge of industry standards and technologies.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
