Assistant Professor - Spanish Language Media and Film Creation - SUNY Old Westbury
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About The Position
The Department of Modern Languages at the State University of New York at Old Westbury is seeking a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Spanish Language Media and Film Creation starting in the Fall 2025. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses focused on the creation of media content in Spanish, contribute to the development of new academic programs in Spanish-Language Media Creation, and work with students to produce media content for the university. This faculty member will also serve as a liaison between the Modern Languages Department and the American Studies and Media & Communications Department, facilitating collaboration and the integration of Spanish-language media creation within the broader media curriculum. The ideal candidate will have professional experience in the media professional ecosystem, particularly in Spanish-language content creation, along with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration. Community engagement and experience in culturally diverse settings will be highly valued. Ability to teach Latina/o Studies or Media Studies courses in area of expertise is required. A focus on the study of media and culture, queer studies and/or sexuality, contemporary immigration, or movements for social justice is a plus. Candidates with experience in community-based activism or social justice advocacy are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of innovative media forms and their impact on and promise for Latina/o communities is an asset.
