Department Chair - Film and Media Arts
- Employer
- Syracuse University
- Location
- New York, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Oct 21, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Arts, Art, Other Arts, Communications, Film & Video, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Arts Administration, Deans
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job #
076723
Job Title
Department Chair - Film and Media Arts
Location
Syracuse, NY
Pay Range
Commensurate w/ Experience
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
As determined by department/chair
Job Type
Full-time
Rank
Open Rank
Campus
Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Department of Film and Media Arts within the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University, seeks a highly accomplished and effective leader to serve as its chair with a preferred start date of July 1, 2023. The future chair will be a filmmaker or other moving image professional (such as a screenwriter or producer) with a deep body of creative work in the field, and a passion for developing emerging filmmakers within the academy. The chair will contribute strategic academic leadership and serve as the department’s public-facing advocate at the university, national, and global levels. The chair supervises associate chairs, program coordinators, and support staff.
The chair will become part of a significant committed effort, guided by the university’s mission, core values, and strategic goals, to rethink and re-envision film and media arts programs and community presence through a lens of anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. We are particularly interested in candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their creative work, teaching, and service.
The chair will maintain open and constant communication with staff, faculty, and students through scheduled individual and group meetings; guide the promotion and tenure process as well as faculty and staff annual reviews; support recruitment efforts at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; offer student support and assistance as needed; oversee curriculum design, advising, accreditation, assessment, operations, budget, and day-to-day management.
The chair will lead strategic organization and development of innovative curriculum and courses to be offered on campus, abroad or away, working collaboratively with faculty and the directors at Syracuse University Abroad and study away locations. To support the academic requirements for each degree program offered, the chair will oversee the scheduling and supervision of course loads and curricular offerings.
About the Department of Film and Media Arts
The department has an enrollment of approximately 400 majors and 45 full and part-time faculty and is a major academic center for the education of contemporary artists and media arts professionals. In this vibrant and creative environment, the Department of Film and Media Arts offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Film, Computer Art and Animation, and Art Photography and the faculty are committed to developing highly skilled professionals ready to tackle the demands of contemporary art and commerce. Accolades include #3 Best Photography Degrees (College Choice Rankings), Top 25 film program, for the seventh consecutive year (The Hollywood Reporter).
About The College of Visual and Performing Arts
The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu ., www.vpa.syr.edu .
This position is open until filled. All inquiries will remain confidential.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to promoting an inclusive and diverse educational environment. The strongest candidates also will have familiarity with standard technology used in teaching and administrative procedures, as well as various forms of social media, and have a breadth and depth of knowledge of academic programs in film at the regional, national, and international levels. A record of excellence in teaching and experience in developing curriculum for undergraduate majors, minors, and graduate students is desirable. Established relationships with critical constituencies and industry is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
In consultation with the faculty and staff, the chair will provide fiduciary, creative and academic leadership, and communicate related initiatives to the dean’s leadership team.
Academic Programs : Provide oversight of the organization and development of courses and curriculum and oversees the academic requirements for each degree program including scheduling and supervision of course loads and curricular offerings in the unit.
Student welfare and advisement : In consultation with the director of academic and career services, ensures that students have access to meaningful academic and career advising, and to appropriate services that promote wellness and address their concerns.
Personnel functions : Recruit, supervise, and evaluate departmental personnel; recommend faculty loads.
Tenure and promotion: Make recommendations to the dean and appropriate college committees regarding promotion, tenure, and other faculty matters.
Budget and facilities: Oversee the development and management of departmental budgets, including allocation of resources in support of teaching, creative, and scholarly activity; oversees allocation, use, and maintenance of equipment and space assigned to the department; makes recommendations concerning faculty and staff salaries.
Fundraising: Collaborate with VPA Office of Advancement to engage prospective donors to support strategic initiatives in the department.
Recruitment: Engage all faculty in undergraduate and graduate recruitment efforts by working collaboratively with the VPA Office of Recruitment and Admissions.
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Physical Requirements
Tools/Equipment
Expertise using current technology and equipment related to the field.
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach the following:
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Quick Link
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/96301
Job Posting Date
10/21/2022
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Yes
Priority Consideration
Job Category
Faculty
Message to Applicants
Posting Details
Job #
076723
Job Title
Department Chair - Film and Media Arts
Location
Syracuse, NY
Pay Range
Commensurate w/ Experience
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
As determined by department/chair
Job Type
Full-time
Rank
Open Rank
Campus
Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Department of Film and Media Arts within the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University, seeks a highly accomplished and effective leader to serve as its chair with a preferred start date of July 1, 2023. The future chair will be a filmmaker or other moving image professional (such as a screenwriter or producer) with a deep body of creative work in the field, and a passion for developing emerging filmmakers within the academy. The chair will contribute strategic academic leadership and serve as the department’s public-facing advocate at the university, national, and global levels. The chair supervises associate chairs, program coordinators, and support staff.
The chair will become part of a significant committed effort, guided by the university’s mission, core values, and strategic goals, to rethink and re-envision film and media arts programs and community presence through a lens of anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. We are particularly interested in candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their creative work, teaching, and service.
The chair will maintain open and constant communication with staff, faculty, and students through scheduled individual and group meetings; guide the promotion and tenure process as well as faculty and staff annual reviews; support recruitment efforts at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; offer student support and assistance as needed; oversee curriculum design, advising, accreditation, assessment, operations, budget, and day-to-day management.
The chair will lead strategic organization and development of innovative curriculum and courses to be offered on campus, abroad or away, working collaboratively with faculty and the directors at Syracuse University Abroad and study away locations. To support the academic requirements for each degree program offered, the chair will oversee the scheduling and supervision of course loads and curricular offerings.
About the Department of Film and Media Arts
The department has an enrollment of approximately 400 majors and 45 full and part-time faculty and is a major academic center for the education of contemporary artists and media arts professionals. In this vibrant and creative environment, the Department of Film and Media Arts offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Film, Computer Art and Animation, and Art Photography and the faculty are committed to developing highly skilled professionals ready to tackle the demands of contemporary art and commerce. Accolades include #3 Best Photography Degrees (College Choice Rankings), Top 25 film program, for the seventh consecutive year (The Hollywood Reporter).
About The College of Visual and Performing Arts
The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu ., www.vpa.syr.edu .
This position is open until filled. All inquiries will remain confidential.
Qualifications
- MFA or related terminal degree and current experience in the profession at the very highest level of accomplishment is required. A proven record of high-quality creative activity, scholarship, and/or professional accomplishment commensurate with appointment as full professor is preferred.
- Past administrative and fiscal leadership, including fundraising.
- Past oversight of curriculum design, development, assessment, and accreditation.
- Evidence of a commitment to working collegially with individuals from diverse backgrounds in an environment of shared governance is required.
Qualified candidates will have excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to promoting an inclusive and diverse educational environment. The strongest candidates also will have familiarity with standard technology used in teaching and administrative procedures, as well as various forms of social media, and have a breadth and depth of knowledge of academic programs in film at the regional, national, and international levels. A record of excellence in teaching and experience in developing curriculum for undergraduate majors, minors, and graduate students is desirable. Established relationships with critical constituencies and industry is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
In consultation with the faculty and staff, the chair will provide fiduciary, creative and academic leadership, and communicate related initiatives to the dean’s leadership team.
Academic Programs : Provide oversight of the organization and development of courses and curriculum and oversees the academic requirements for each degree program including scheduling and supervision of course loads and curricular offerings in the unit.
Student welfare and advisement : In consultation with the director of academic and career services, ensures that students have access to meaningful academic and career advising, and to appropriate services that promote wellness and address their concerns.
Personnel functions : Recruit, supervise, and evaluate departmental personnel; recommend faculty loads.
Tenure and promotion: Make recommendations to the dean and appropriate college committees regarding promotion, tenure, and other faculty matters.
Budget and facilities: Oversee the development and management of departmental budgets, including allocation of resources in support of teaching, creative, and scholarly activity; oversees allocation, use, and maintenance of equipment and space assigned to the department; makes recommendations concerning faculty and staff salaries.
Fundraising: Collaborate with VPA Office of Advancement to engage prospective donors to support strategic initiatives in the department.
Recruitment: Engage all faculty in undergraduate and graduate recruitment efforts by working collaboratively with the VPA Office of Recruitment and Admissions.
# HEJ
Physical Requirements
Tools/Equipment
Expertise using current technology and equipment related to the field.
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach the following:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Diversity & Inclusion Statement
- Portfolio Website URL
- Name and contact information for a minimum of four (4) references.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Quick Link
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/96301
Job Posting Date
10/21/2022
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Yes
Priority Consideration
Job Category
Faculty
Message to Applicants
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