Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Art- Photography and Video Arts
About The Position
The Department of Art at The University of the South seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Art on the tenure track with a specialization in Photography and Video Arts. This role involves leading the Photography program, teaching and mentoring students in a collaborative liberal arts environment, and bringing contemporary technical expertise and critical engagement with the field. The department has a strong commitment to wet lab photography, and the successful candidate will manage the newly renovated darkroom, demonstrating a commitment to analog photographic processes and darkroom instruction. Teaching responsibilities include courses in photography and video arts for majors and non-majors, senior seminars, student critiques, exhibitions, and individualized mentorship. This position carries a 3/2 teaching load.
Requirements
- MFA in Photography, Video Art, New Media, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of two years of teaching experience beyond the graduate level.
- Active exhibition record demonstrating a trajectory of increasing recognition.
- Experience managing both analog and digital photography labs.
- Proficiency in video production, editing, and post-production.
- Advanced knowledge of digital photography workflows and software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro or equivalent).
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of contemporary art theory and criticism.
- Commitment to foundational instruction in photography and video for both majors and non-majors.
- Fluency in additional digital media technologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead our Photography program and teach and mentor students.
- Teach courses in photography and video arts for majors and non-majors.
- Conduct senior seminars, student critiques, and exhibitions.
- Provide individualized mentorship in artistic development and career planning.
- Manage and maintain all photography and video facilities and equipment.
- Participate in department meetings.
- Assist with exhibitions and events.
- Contribute to a vibrant artistic community on campus.
- Maintain regular office hours.
- Provide academic and professional mentorship.
- Support student participation in exhibitions and professional opportunities.
- Attend the annual art major regional excursion.
Benefits
- Tenure-track position
- 3/2 teaching load
- Access to newly renovated darkroom facilities
- Support for student participation in exhibitions and professional opportunities
- Academic and professional mentorship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
