Producing Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

UCLA Extension•Los Angeles, CA

16d

About The Position

UCLA Extension is the open-access, self-supporting continuing education division of UCLA. Entertainment Studies offers a wide variety of certificate programs and courses, including post-baccalaureate credit-bearing (400-level), continuing education (CEU) credit, and non-credit bearing general interest courses. Course disciplines in the Entertainment Studies Program span subject areas such as Business and Management of Entertainment, Film & TV Development, Producing, Directing, Acting, Cinematography, Post-Production, Film Scoring, Independent Music Production, and Music Business. Our courses and certificate programs offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who are passionate about teaching. Applications to teach are accepted throughout the year in order to fill immediate program needs and to increase the depth of the instructor pool, but interviews will only be scheduled with qualified applicants who can fill anticipated openings. Qualified applicants possessing teaching experience and professional experience in the following area(s) are encouraged to apply: Producing and/or line producing for Film and/or Television. All instructors should have current or recent professional experience in their area of expertise so that they can help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of the film and television industry today Classes are offered in person, online, or live online (via Zoom). They meet once a week for 11 weeks, typically evenings from 7-10pm. Online classes are asynchronous (no live interaction) and deadline-driven. All courses use an online course support platform for distributing course materials, syllabi, assignments, and feedback.

Requirements

Professional experience in the area that you apply to teach in.
Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity.
Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area.
Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.
Proficiency in or willingness to learn the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools, even if your assignment is in person or live online, via Zoom.

Nice To Haves

College-level and/or continuing education teaching experience preferred.
Experience designing curriculum and measuring student performance preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements, in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director and Program Manager.
Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge to students and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e. make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.)
Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning
Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum.
Utilize Canvas as a course support platform in in-person/ live online (via Zoom) courses, and as the delivery platform in online and hybrid courses.
Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner, no later than 2 weeks after course end date.
Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
Communicate with Program Director and Program Staff in a timely manner.
Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all new hire paperwork, submitting updated quarterly syllabus, posting bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website, accepting quarterly contract, submitting required textbook orders, and communicating classroom needs to the appropriate people.
Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs.
Assisting in occasional program activities such as open houses, guest lecturing, and community events.
Employ culturally sensitive teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations.
Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of Visual Effects and/or Post-Production.
Respond to student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed.
Maintain a record of final grades for up to 13 months following the last class session.