Assistant Professor of Film and Digital Arts

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Film and Digital Arts at the University of New Mexico, College of Fine Arts, invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in Film and Digital Arts. This position begins in August 2027. Teaching responsibilities will include foundational and advanced studio courses in a wide range of production approaches and aesthetics. The department offers degrees and concentrations in Film Production, Animation, Gaming, Screenwriting, and Film History and Criticism, with an emphasis on storytelling, cinematography, producing, and directing. The department aims to prepare students to lead and influence the creative process and provides a foundation in essential crew skills for its over 700 majors. The department has been recognized by MovieMaker magazine as a top film school, and its alumni have found success at major industry institutions. The department is committed to cultivating underrepresented artists and supporting students from diverse cultural backgrounds in a collegial environment that values intellectual inquiry and experimentation. New Mexico is noted for its artistic appeal and is a recognized film hotspot, with Albuquerque being named one of the best places for filmmakers to live and work. The University of New Mexico is a large, diverse state school with a significant faculty and student population.

Requirements

M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Film Production, Digital Media, Cinematic Arts, Animation, Gaming, or related field by start date of appointment.
Provide official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to initial employment.

Nice To Haves

Expertise and/or teaching experience in two or more of the following fields: directing, cinematography, screenwriting, producing, digital post-production, production design, sound, gaming, and animation.
Expertise in traditional narrative film and television production, 3D animation, or gaming.
Record of teaching introductory and advanced studio courses in a wide range of production approaches and aesthetics.
Compelling creative work in relevant fields.
Demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Responsibilities

Teach foundational and advanced studio courses in a wide range of production approaches and aesthetics.
Cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico.
Support students from rich and varied cultures.