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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Cinema, Photography, and Media Arts, School of Communications
Faculty Position/Job Summary
The Cinema, Photography, and Media Arts Department at Ithaca College invites applications for a three year, renewable Assistant Professor appointment in writing for film, television, and emerging media beginning August 16, 2011. Responsibilities will include teaching all levels of writing for screen media, in addition to the development of new courses. Candidates with experience in writing for any of the following are particularly encouraged to apply: webseries, videogames, immersive or interactive and/or non-linear media.
The candidate appointed to this position will teach a full time load typical for this department, and will also act as academic advisor to students and serve on department, school, and College committees. Reassigned time up to one course per year for specific academic/creative proposals may be available through College Faculty Development programs. In addition, the Park School of Communications provides substantial support for specific academic/creative proposals under the auspices of the Pendleton Faculty Research and Production Grant Program.
Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to teach in ways that acknowledge and value the varied learning styles and interests of a culturally diverse student population, reflecting a commitment to encouraging the success of all students. We also seek candidates who have relevant experience and/or a record of professional engagement with groups and communities underrepresented in the academy. Candidates from underrepresented groups whose exclusion from the academy has been longstanding are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position/Job Qualifications
MFA in screenwriting preferred. A terminal degree in a related discipline plus exceptional professional experience will be considered. The ideal candidate should also demonstrate evidence of: 1) a strong creative/professional record; 2) teaching effectiveness appropriate for an undergraduate cinema and television program; and 3) a commitment to teaching writing for the screen as a creative practice.
Instructions for submitting your application:
Interested individuals should apply online at www.icjobs.org and attach a current curriculum vitae, a statement of interest describing areas of teaching and professional experience and specialization, and a list containing the names and contact information of three (3) references. Additional material may be requested at a later date. Questions about online application may be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000. Review of applications will begin immediately. In order to ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by December 17, 2010.
Documents which can be associated with this posting
C.V. / Resume
List of References
Statement of Interest
EEO Statement
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
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Ithaca at a Glance
Coeducational and nonsectarian ,Ithaca is a nationally recognized comprehensive college of 6,850 students.
In the center of the Finger Lakes region of New York State, Ithaca College’s campus is 60 miles north of Binghamton and 60 miles south of Syracuse. Ithaca, a city of 47,000, is served by US Airways and Northwest, Continental, and United Airlines, and by Greyhound Bus Lines, Short Line, and other bus companies.
History
Founded in 1892 as the Ithaca Conservatory of Music, the College was located in downtown Ithaca until the 1960s, when the present campus was built on South Hill overlooking Cayuga Lake.
Student Body
Undergraduate enrollment is approximately 6,400: 2,750 men and 3,650 women. Another 450 students are enrolled in graduate programs. Over 70 percent of undergraduates reside on campus. Nearly every state in the U.S. and 80 other countries are represented in the student population.
Schools and Enrollments
- School of Humanities and Sciences: 2,300
- School of Business: 700
- Roy H. Park School of Communications: 1,450
- School of Health Sciences and Human Performance: 1,300
- School of Music: 550
- Graduate Studies: 450
- Division of Interdisciplinary and International Studies: 100
