College Asst Prof - Digital Filmmaking

Position Title: College Asst Prof - Digital Filmmaking

Employee Classification: LC Faculty NT 9m

College/Division: Arts and Sciences College

Department: 440105-CREATIVE MEDIA

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Competitive

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  The Creative Media Institute seeks a new colleague to join our digital filmmaking faculty who has a strong foundational knowledge of all aspects of digital media production.

Classification Summary:
The Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University seeks a new colleague to join our digital filmmaking faculty who has a strong foundational knowledge of all aspects of digital media production. This non-tenure track position begins in the Fall of 2024.

We seek a dynamic, student-centered and service-oriented teacher and practitioner who is able to work collaboratively as an integral member of a small, close-knit faculty. Applicants should be current with new developments in the global media landscape, and be prepared to support and empower a diverse group of students from the US/Mexico Borderland region in making powerful and impactful media.

Classification Standard Duties:
The successful candidate will engage in teaching, service and outreach. The teaching load is four courses per semester at the undergraduate level. Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening classes, online and/or hybrid courses.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelors Degree in Film Production, Documentary Film, Media Production, Fiction Film, or a related field
• A minimum of 6-8 years of production experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses at the foundational and advanced undergraduate level in film, video, and media production.
• Demonstrated ability to teach a number of the following classes: introduction to media production, video editing, sound design and production sound.
• Active involvement in creative practice and media production.
• Interest in and commitment to contributing to the growth and evolution of film/media production curriculum and programming.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a broad range of video and sound production equipment and editing software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• An empathic and flexible team player.
• A generalist with the willingness to learn new software/topics as necessary.
• A student-oriented teacher, able to support a diverse student body.
• Experienced in teaching in-person, hybrid and online courses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The successful candidate should be qualified to teach a broad range of entry-level, project-oriented production courses specifically in editing, sound design and production sound, as well as an intro to media production course.

Applicants must have strong knowledge of video production equipment and editing software (broad range of digital cinema cameras, Tungsten/LED lighting, Grip and Electric equipment, Production Sound mixers, microphones, accessories, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Final Draft, ProTools, Movie Magic, etc.).

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University seeks a new colleague to join our digital filmmaking faculty who has a strong foundational knowledge of all aspects of digital media production. This non-tenure track position begins in the fall of 2024.

To apply, please submit the following:
*A cover letter stating your experience in relation to the required and preferred qualifications. As well, please include statements attesting your commitment to diversity and inclusivity in your cover letter.
*Teaching Statement describing teaching philosophy and pedagogical approaches
*Curriculum Vitae
*URL Links to an online portfolio, with samples of professional and scholarly work
*List of 3 references and contact information who may be contacted at a later time for reference.

Preferred Qualifications

We seek a dynamic, student-centered and service-oriented teacher and practitioner who is able to work collaboratively as an integral member of a small, close-knit faculty. Applicants should be current with new developments in the global media landscape, and be prepared to support and empower a diverse group of students from the US/Mexico Borderland region in making powerful and impactful media.

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  Amy Lanasa, 575-646-5761, amyla@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures. 

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Main Campus
Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College
Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance. 

Alamogordo Campus
Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus
NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement
NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.