Adjunct Teaching – Theatre & Media Arts - TMA 384R Practicum (Evening School)

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Theatre & Media Arts to teach TMA 384R Practicum: Cinematic Skills - Storyboarding in the Evening School program. This position involves teaching a provided syllabus, managing the classroom and digital learning management system, and meeting with students as needed. The instructor will teach on Mondays from 5-6:50 PM. The position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who embrace its unique mission and aims, which include assisting individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life, building faith in Jesus Christ, and maintaining a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging.

Requirements

• BA or BFA in film and/or visual media studies/production, or a closely related field, completed by the start date.
• Two-plus (2+) years of professional experience in storyboarding.
• Demonstrable understanding of and experience in storyboarding for live action Film, TV, and Media.
• Knowledge of TV, Film, and Media sets best practices.
• Understanding of storyboarding’s usage anywhere in the production workflow pipeline.
• Successful candidate must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their 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

• One-plus (1+) years of university-teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience teaching outside of university settings.
• Understanding of similar usage in Animation.

Responsibilities

• Teach TMA 384 Practicum: Cinematic Skills - Storyboarding, Mondays 5-6:50PM.
• Manage the classroom and the digital learning management system (Learning Suite, etc.) connected to the class.
• Meet with students outside of classes as needed.
• Teach following a provided syllabus, with the option to submit one's own for consideration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level