AST/ASO Professor of Creative Production (Tenure-Track)

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Media Production, Management, and Technology (MPMT) in the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a demonstrated record of creative production to begin Fall 2027. We seek a dynamic scholar/practitioner whose creative output advances storytelling through innovative media formats. We value candidates who push boundaries in media innovation and foster content that addresses contemporary social issues, cultural narratives, or technological disruptions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in creative production while maintaining industry connections. Areas of expertise may include feature-length and short films, television series and specials, documentary filmmaking, emerging technologies such as augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR), streaming series development and production, or hybrid formats that blend narrative with interactive elements. This role emphasizes a robust portfolio of creative work—such as films, documentaries, series, or interactive projects—alongside teaching and service contributions. The MPMT department recognizes the critical importance of creative tenure tracks where artistic output is valued as highly as traditional scholarly research. Tenure evaluation will prioritize impactful creative scholarship, evidenced by honors and awards at nationally recognized film festivals, publications in creative outlets, peer-reviewed exhibitions, grants from bodies like the National Endowment for the Arts, or collaborations with industry leaders.

Requirements

A terminal degree (MFA, PhD, or equivalent) in film, media production, or a related field by August 2027
A strong record of creative achievement, such as award-winning films, documentaries aired on network or streaming services, VR experiences showcased at SIGGRAPH, or new media installations.
Evidence of teaching/mentoring effectiveness
The candidate should demonstrate their potential in establishing a national and/or international reputation.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in software such as Adobe Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Unity for VR, or data-driven tools for audience engagement
Experience in streaming series productions
Screenings or selections at mid-major or major film festivals
Familiarity with ethical considerations in AI-assisted production or sustainable filmmaking practices
Experience teaching at the university-level

Responsibilities

Teaching undergraduate courses in media production (e.g., filmmaking techniques; camera and lens systems; documentary storytelling; VR/AR production; streaming content creation; mentoring students in hands-on projects; supervising capstone productions)
Integrating emerging technologies into the curriculum
Maintaining an active agenda of original creative work
Securing external funding
Disseminating outputs through festivals, broadcasts, online platforms, or academic conferences
Service duties including department and college committees, advising student media organizations, and contributing to college initiatives and other duties as assigned