Immersive Media and Video (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)

Central Michigan University • Mount Pleasant, MI

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About The Position

The School of Communication, Journalism, and Media at Central Michigan University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in immersive media and content creation at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are looking for immersive media scholars and innovative storytellers - a candidate who has completed or will complete a terminal degree program (MFA, PhD, or equivalent) with immersive media as their central research and creative agenda. This position is designed for an emerging tenure-track educator and innovator who is building a dynamic academic career, continuing to develop their immersive media work, and who will inspire students at the undergraduate and graduate level. The ideal candidate will be passionate about storytelling, experimentation, and the integration of technology with human creativity, while also contributing to CMU's dynamic program that emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and socially engaged communication practices. Candidates whose research or creative work explores critical perspectives on technology, or new modes of digital engagement are especially encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• PhD, MFA, or equivalent terminal degree completed by August 24, 2026, with an emphasis in immersive media, film, media arts, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in immersive technologies such as VR/AR/MR, 360° video, or interactive environments.
• Proficiency with contemporary production tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, or equivalent).
• Strong portfolio of creative or scholarly work that demonstrates innovation in immersive media.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness or strong potential for success in the classroom.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Scholarly research or creative practice centered on immersive media that demonstrates promise for continued development.
• Engagement with emerging practices such as AI-driven media, virtual production pipelines, or game engines for storytelling.
• Familiarity with trends in digital distribution, user experience, and interactive design.
• Experience seeking external funding, grants, or partnerships to support research and creative work.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in digital media production (cinematography, editing, sound design, motion graphics) and complementary areas of immersive media (VR/AR/MR, 360° video, virtual production, interactive design).
• Develop forward-looking curriculum that blends emerging technologies with timeless storytelling principles.
• Establish and sustain nationally recognized research and/or creative practice agenda that builds upon the candidate's graduate work and pushes the boundaries of immersive media.
• Mentor and collaborate with undergraduate and graduate students in both creative and scholarly projects.
• Create connections with industry and community partners to provide students with meaningful, real-world opportunities.
• Contribute to the School, College, and University through service, outreach, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees