Assistant Professor, Professional Practice - Content Creator and Screenwriting

University of New Orleans • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The University of Louisiana New Orleans invites applications for a teaching position in the Department of Film and Theatre Arts, School of the Arts, focused on content creation and screenwriting or producing. The successful candidate will be a distinguished practitioner with a professional track record creating and developing original short-form content for online platforms, a strong body of produced original intellectual property, and a passion for teaching. A visually compelling, character-driven storytelling background is encouraged. Candidates should understand digital content trends, short- and long-form video ecosystems, viral formats, and platform algorithms, with additional expertise in screenwriting for short- and long-form films or producing narrative films.

The instructor will prepare students to produce and edit video content, with attention to design, motion graphics, pacing, and audience growth. They will teach existing introductory and advanced screenwriting and/or producing courses and guide students through hands-on creative processes that encourage innovation, design awareness, and critical thinking. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development and help prepare students for careers spanning storytelling, production, and digital media. Department faculty are encouraged to propose and develop courses in their areas of expertise.

Teaching duties comprise four courses per semester at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Participation in department development and graduate thesis work is optional. An advanced university degree is preferred. The position is available in Spring 2027 or until filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications require a letter of interest with contact information, a curriculum vitae with three references and their contact information, a screenwriting sample, a teaching philosophy statement, and links to creative work. Applications are submitted through the LSU New Orleans application portal, Attn: Prof. Overton. Review begins December 15, 2026; for full consideration, applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on December 14, 2026. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

• Professional track record in creating and developing original short-form content for online platforms.
• Experience in screenwriting or producing and other aspects of content creation and film production.
• Strong body of produced original intellectual property, including short-form work.
• Fluency in digital content creator trends and short- and long-form video ecosystems, including platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube, YouTube Shorts, and Snapchat.
• Understanding of viral formats and platform algorithms.
• Expertise in screenwriting for short- and long-form films or producing narrative films.
• Passion for teaching and enthusiasm for guiding students through creative processes.
• Submit a letter of interest with complete contact information, a CV including three references and their contact information, a screenwriting sample, a teaching philosophy statement, and links to creative work.

Nice To Haves

• An advanced university degree.
• A background in visually compelling, character-driven storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Teach existing introductory and higher-level screenwriting and/or producing courses.
• Guide students through hands-on creative processes, encouraging innovation, design awareness, and critical thinking.
• Prepare students to produce and edit video content and develop skills in design, motion graphics, pacing, and audience growth.
• Contribute to the department’s evolving curriculum and preparation of students for careers in storytelling, production, and digital media.
• Optionally participate in department development and graduate thesis work.
• Propose and develop new courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, as encouraged for department faculty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed