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Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, Television and Film Production

Position Number

999972

Position Category

Hofstra in LA

School/Division

School of Communication

Department

Full-Time or Part-Time

Part-Time

Description

The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University invites applicants to apply for adjunct faculty position in the Department of Radio, Television, Film (RTVF) to teach courses within its new Hofstra in L.A. semester program, located on the Emerson College campus in Hollywood, California. The successful candidates will teach a course or courses focused on film and/or television production.

The Hofstra LA Semester provides students with access to on-site Hofstra University courses related to the entertainment industry, internships within their areas of interest, exclusive networking opportunities with alumni and other industry leaders, and planned social events and cultural activities throughout the semester. Students will broaden their understanding of career possibilities, develop skills needed to compete in a highly competitive industry, and establish valuable professional relationships.

The successful candidates will teach a course or courses focused on film and/or television production.

Qualifications

A master’s in fine arts or other advanced degree, or a minimum of 10 years professional experience in a related field required.
Significant professional experience with credits producing filmed entertainment, including motion pictures and television. Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of producing, including development, finance, production, and distribution.
Flexibility to accommodate a teaching schedule.
The ability to communicate effectively in English is a requirement.
Candidates must be available to begin teaching in the Spring 2026 semester.

Preferred Quals Summary

Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
For some courses, possess expertise in digital post-production including audio and image processing, evidenced by significant professional work experience.

Special Instructions

Please upload the following with your application for consideration:

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Teaching statement
Email address and phone number of three professional references

All applications received will receive full consideration.

This is a 45-classroom hour position for classes to be taught in the Spring 2026 semester (January 26, 2026 to May 16, 2026). Work for this position will be taught in English and performed onsite at the Emerson College Los Angeles Center.

The pay scale for this position is $152.10 – $ 156.51 per classroom hour. A “classroom hour” means the time spent in the primary forum of the course or laboratory, regardless of whether the forum is in-person or virtual. Payment for “classroom hours” encompasses payment for all classroom or laboratory time, preparation, grading, office hours, and other course- or laboratory-related work for that course or laboratory.

Special Note: If you are selected for this role, your employment will be through Kelly Services.

Deadline

Open until filled

Tenure Track

No

Date Posted

12/05/2025

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary/Salary Range

$152.10 – $ 156.51 per classroom hour

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.

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