Assistant Teaching Professor

University of Colorado • Denver, CO

26d • $60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We’re the state’s premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners—at any stage of their life and career—for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu. Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers At the College of Arts & Media (CAM), we empower a diverse community of makers, scholars, and innovators to thrive in the rapidly evolving creative industries. Through a dynamic blend of critical inquiry, creative exploration, and real-world engagement, CAM prepares students for lives filled with opportunity, meaning, and purpose. Rooted in community and driven by a spirit of intellectual and artistic freedom, CAM embraces risk-takers, visionaries, and cultural disruptors by providing access to cutting-edge technology, global perspectives, and a nurturing environment where bold ideas flourish. CAM offers top-ranked degrees and programs in Film & Television, Media Forensics, Music & Entertainment, and Visual Arts. The Film & Television department within the College of Arts & Media invites dynamic educators and creative professionals to apply to join our collaborative faculty team as a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor specializing in Sound & Video Production for Film & Television. This is an opportunity to inspire and empower tomorrow’s filmmakers in the heart of Denver, working alongside innovative peers in a thriving urban arts scene. The Film & Television program offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film and Television. This BFA emphasis provides intensive, practical training that requires successful completion of numerous film/TV projects, ranging from fiction to documentary. The emphasis is designed for students to progress through the semesters as a cohort. Undergraduates will work on their own projects and assist with numerous group projects. Students graduate with both a theoretical and historical perspective, as well as hands-on experience in film and television production. This program prepares students to begin their careers at entry-level positions in the film or television industry, start their personal creative journey, or continue their studies in a graduate program. We believe in the power of transformative education, hands-on learning, and creative exploration. Our BFA program cultivates storytellers with a strong technical foundation and artistic vision, preparing graduates for immediate impact in the film, television, and media industries. We seek an individual with a passion for teaching and the ability to mentor and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment. The department is interested in growing the audio-post capabilities under the guidance of the new hire, as the departmental budget and priorities allow. The successful applicant will also contribute to a collaborative faculty culture and help shape the future of our growing program. The position will begin in August 2026. If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of media makers and enrich an inclusive academic community, we want to hear from you! As an Assistant Teaching Professor, your primary focus will be on inspiring and training the next cohort of filmmakers with practical, hands-on experience. You’ll guide students through real-world projects in sound and video production, helping them develop essential technical and artistic skills. You’ll also teach a variety of core and advanced production related courses, mentor aspiring professionals, and contribute to shaping a program known for its collegiality, creative innovation, and commitment to student growth.

Requirements

• An MFA is the preferred degree but may be substituted with an MA, BFA, or BA and 3-5 years of significant industry experience.
• Proven experience in post-production audio on industry-level productions is required. This includes extensive knowledge of and experience with Adobe Audition and field sound recording.
• Significant professional and production expertise in at least one of the following key areas: Producing, Cinematography, Editing, or another on-set role.
• A proven track record of teaching and mentoring students at the college or university level.
• Proficiency with professional production gear, including cameras and lighting equipment.
• Must also be an experienced user of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Encoder.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Working knowledge of Pro Tools
• Familiarity with ADR and Voice Over

Responsibilities

• Teaching Load: You will teach three classes per semester (9 credit hours), for a total of six per academic year (18 credit hours).
• Core Instruction: Your focus will include core production courses such as Sound for Film & TV (location and post-production), Lighting, Grip and Sound, and Introductory Production classes.
• Advanced Instruction: You may also have the expertise to teach advanced classes in areas such as Producing, The Business of Film, Editing, and Documentary Production.
• Program Development: You will guide the growth of the department's audio-post capabilities as our budget and priorities allow.
• Maintain an active scholarly and/or creative work practice in sound and video production.
• Engage in service activities to support the department, college, and university.

Benefits

• Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
• Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees