Job Description
The Film Studies Program at Rhode Island College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Film Production. The individual will teach a range of courses in the areas of pre-production, production, and post-production; advise film majors; engage in scholarly and/or creative work; and participate in department, college, and community service in manners appropriate to the position. Ability to collaborate across departmental subdisciplines in both teaching and creative work preferred.
Essential Duties
- Teach upper-level courses in cinematography and lighting, editing and sound mixing, and—based on area of specialization—either advanced narrative film production or advanced documentary film production.
- Additional teaching responsibilities may include other courses offered within the Film Studies Program.
- Advise students majoring in Film.
- Direct production-based honors projects or capstone projects.
- Engage in scholarly and/or creative work.
- Participate in department, college, and community service.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the department chair.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Ability to teach film courses from the 100-level to 400-level.
- Ability to continue creative work.
- Ability to coordinate and/or participate in the full range of activities of a film program.
- Must have knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- Must possess the ability to work well with students and colleagues.
- Must the possess ability to mentor students in their creative work.
Education: MFA in Film and/or Media Production, conferred by July 1, 2026. PhD with relevant film production experience will also be considered.
Experience: Experience in either narrative or documentary filmmaking.
- Training and experience in one of the following: screenwriting, color grading, VFX work.
- Willingness to serve in a faculty leadership role as part of college-wide shared governance following the awarding of tenure.
- Experience working with non-traditional students and a diverse student population.
Varies by course. Includes smart classrooms, MAC computer labs, and the campus Multi-Media Production Studio (soundstage).
Position Details
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time / Part Time
Full-time
Proposed Compensation
Assistant Professor – $66,569.93
May be eligible for additional compensation based on prior collegiate level or industry specific experience.
May be eligible for additional compensation based on prior collegiate level or industry specific experience.
Benefits
Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:
- Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Incentives and Rewards
- Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday
- Retirement Benefits
- Disability and Insurance Benefits
- Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI
For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits.
Reports to (Title)
Department Chair of English
Academic or Calendar Year
Academic
Position Status
Continuing Tenure Track
End of Temporary or Limited Position
Collective Bargaining Unit
RIC/AFT
Posting Information
Number of Positions Available
1
Application Posting Date
04/30/2026
Application Closing Date
05/15/2026
Special Instructions
- Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
- Please provide a link to a sample of creative work along with the other required documentation.
- Upon hire, candidate will be required to arrange for an official transcript of highest degree earned to be mailed/transmitted directly from the institution to RIC.
- The application includes an optional button for candidates to upload additional documents, if desired.
- Candidates will be prompted during the application process to provide 3 names and email addresses for reference letters.
AA/EEO/ADA Statement
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.