Assistant Professor in Motion Picture Production

Job no: 563025 Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track Location: Fullerton Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism Position Description Department of Cinema and Television Arts College of Communications Assistant Professor Fall 2027 The Department of Cinema and Television Arts at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure‐track assistant professor position in motion picture production with an appointment to begin Fall 2027. Position The Department of Cinema and Television Arts at California State University, Fullerton seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in the area of motion picture production. While expertise in all areas of film and video production will be considered, the department has particular needs in editing and sound for film and television, Expertise in these areas will therefore receive particular consideration. Production faculty are also expected to contribute to the broader production curriculum and may teach courses outside their primary areas of specialization.

Additional areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, film aesthetics, introductory and advanced film production, production design, visual effects, producing, documentary, and experimental filmmaking. The primary responsibilities of this position will include teaching courses in film/video editing and/or sound, as well as Production 1 – the introductory gateway class to advanced production courses. The person may also be asked to develop new courses in these and/or in other areas of production. The person may also request to teach other courses in the CTVA curriculum relevant to their education, expertise, and interests.

CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, and individually mentored projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing scholarship and/or creative work commensurate with the requirements for tenure. This person will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and provide service to the department, university, and profession.

Required Qualifications

Terminal degree (M.F.A. or Ph.D.) in a relevant field by time of appointment; demonstrated experience in professional film/video production; demonstrated commitment to and excellence in undergraduate teaching; promising record of creative or scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the assistant professor level; demonstrated potential for effective integration of technology into instruction; and demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups. Preferred Qualifications demonstrated professional experience as a narrative film/video editor; demonstrated professional experience as a sound designer/editor for film and/or video; demonstrated professional experience in other areas of production, including but not limited to: production aesthetics, introductory and advanced film/video production, production design, visual effects, producing, documentary and/or experimental filmmaking. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

In addition, Cal State Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, CSUF fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. CSUF is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution.

The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education, the nation’s leading authority on Latinx student success. CSUF is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45,000 and a faculty and staff population of 4,000. CSUF is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Joining CSUF means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

We seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university’s mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community. CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups to support your success. Application A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered.

To apply, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html, select “Faculty,” then “Full-Time Faculty,” then enter this requisition number 563035. Provide the following required materials: letter of interest in which you respond to the required qualifications, including teaching record and philosophy, and also scholarly and/or creative record and agenda; curriculum vitae graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review). candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words): Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It's a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005).

With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant’s perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations. Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans.

Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship. Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population. Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment. Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities. a list of three references with relevant contact information Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation.

On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application if you become a finalist. At the appropriate time in the search process, referents for the finalists will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. Finalists can verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging back into their applicant portal. Semifinalists and/or finalists may be asked to submit additional materials for further consideration (e.g., scholarly articles, portfolio, and the like).

Contact Please direct all questions about the position to: Ed Fink, Search Committee Chair, [email protected], 657-278-5399. Application Deadline To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received via the online submission portal by January 17, 2026. Review will begin on January 18, 2026. The anticipated appointment date is August 2027.

The College and Department The College of Communications is home to four academic departments: Cinema and Television Arts, Communications, Communication Sciences and Disorders, and Human Communication Studies. For more information, please visit https://communications.fullerton.edu/. The Department of Cinema and Television Arts offers a variety of courses across four curricular areas: critical studies, management, production, and screenwriting. For more information, please visit https://communications.fullerton.edu/ctva/.

Compensation

The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $6,581 to $6,713 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm).

Summer research grants, moving expenses, start‐up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available. CSUF Benefits An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver; access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-w