Assistant Professor in Film and Media Production

About the role

Northwestern University’s Department of Radio/Television/Film is seeking an Assistant Professor in Film and Media Production. The successful candidate will join a vibrant faculty that integrates theory and practice, teaching both undergraduate and MFA graduate students in a hybrid documentary media program.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate production courses and MFA seminars.
• Guide student thesis projects and supervise graduate research.
• Contribute to curriculum design and program administration for the MFA.
• Maintain an active creative practice that informs teaching and scholarship.
• Engage in scholarly and artistic research in film, documentary, and emerging media.

Required profile

• Working filmmaker with a robust practice across documentary, fiction, or experimental work.
• Extensive knowledge of independent film production and hybrid media forms.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the university level and mentor students.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and scholarly excellence.

Required skills

• Cinematography
• Color correction
• Lighting
• Editing
• Interactive arts, gaming, virtual reality (VR), animation, and physical computing

What we offer

• Tenure‑eligible full‑time appointment (9‑month contract paid over 12 months).
• Competitive salary range $100,000–$110,000.
• Access to Northwestern’s state‑of‑the‑art production facilities and interdisciplinary community.