Lecturer of Video Production

University of Wisconsin Stout • Menomonie, WI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Art & Design at the University of Wisconsin–Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Video Production. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, NASAD-accredited program and shape the next generation of video professionals in a vibrant and collaborative academic environment. This is a 9-month academic year instructional staff position, with full benefits and intent to renew for future years at 75% or greater employment. This position will commence in August 2026. Seeking a colleague to deliver engaging, hands-on instruction within our B.S. in Video Production program, a program with a proven track record of placing graduates in their fields. The primary teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate level, with potential opportunities for graduate-level instruction. The successful candidate will guide students through a career-defining curriculum focused on creating professional commercial content. All course delivery is in-person and meets the rigorous standards of our NASAD accreditation. The ideal candidate will bring contemporary, industry-relevant expertise to a range of studio courses, including but not limited to commercial video production, digital photography, editing, documentary, and advertising. A core focus of this position will be instructing students in client-oriented commercial video production, with an emphasis on: Corporate communications and branding Advertising and marketing content Product photography and videography Beyond the classroom, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the program's capstone projects, which provide students with valuable client-facing experiences that directly prepare them for successful careers in the industry. This role is integral to our mission of combining theory, practice, and experimentation to meet the needs of society. Join the largest and most comprehensive School of Art & Design in the Upper Midwest, located at the heart of Wisconsin's Polytechnic University. In this position, you will play an integral role in our institutional mission by delivering a career-focused education that combines theory, hands-on learning, and experimentation. You will join a dedicated team of industry-experienced faculty to facilitate student learning through applied research and robust business and industry partnerships. Please visit Careers & Jobs at UW-Stout to learn about all art and design teaching opportunities currently open.

Requirements

• A terminal degree (MFA) or bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years relevant industry experience.
• Portfolio of video production work/scholarly research in video production.
• Evidence of teaching potential in university-level courses in video production.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software and hardware for digital image capture, editing, and compositing and experience with contemporary video production techniques.
• Commitment to student success.

Nice To Haves

• Clear interest in advancing student learning in video production in alignment with UW-Stout’s polytechnic mission.
• Completed terminal degree (M.F.A., Ph.D., or equivalent) in Video Production, Film Production, Media Arts, or another related field.
• Professional industry experience related to video production; ideal candidates will have experience working in multi-disciplinary client collaborations.
• Experience teaching

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of studio and lab-based courses each semester at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels within the B.S. Video Production curriculum, in accordance with the standards of our polytechnic mission.
• Contribute to and lead future Capstone Client projects, guiding students through the entire production process from client brief to final delivery.
• Foster a rigorous and inclusive learning environment.
• Schedule and maintain office hours for students, in alignment with departmental expectations.
• Provide grades following the process and timeline established by the registrar.
• Participate in the university's online learning management system.
• Work with the Disability Services office to foster an inclusive learning environment for students with accommodations.
• Perform other duties as designated by the Department Chair.
• Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations
• Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• A six-month probationary period is required.
• The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
• Employee Benefits: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/
• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees