Tenure Track Faculty Narrative and Social Justice Filmmaking

Tenure Track Faculty Narrative and Social Justice Filmmaking

Job No: 519979
Work Type: Instructional Faculty - Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism



COLLEGE: Arts & Letters

DEPARTMENT: Communication Studies

POSITION TITLE: Tenure Track Faculty in Film

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

The Film Program at Sacramento State, part of the Communication Studies Department, serves a diverse body of students who have varied interests in the contemporary practice of filmmaking. We are dedicated to addressing cinema both in the tradition of a critical liberal arts education and as a professional pathway. We seek to give students a solid footing in contemporary film techniques, histories, and theories, pushing students to explore the social and cultural implications of cinema language and practice.

Sacramento State is one of the 23 California State University campuses. Our program is part of Sacramento State's Communication Studies Department and is housed within the University's College of Arts and Letters. Our Film Program seeks to prepare our students to have an impact in a creative environment that requires collaboration, adaptation, and leadership. We recognize that the world in which we live, and work is shaped by an ever-increasing array of visual and auditory information. To prepare them for this rapidly changing media landscape, we challenge our students to be critical thinkers and explore their unique voices through creative, cinematic storytelling.

For more information about our department: https://www.csus.edu/college/arts-letters/communication-studies/

Why Sac State: https://www.csus.edu/academic-affairs/faculty-advancement/why-sac-state.html

POSITION DETAILS:

This position is an Assistant Professor in Narrative & Social Justice Filmmaking who specializes in contemporary approaches to narrative filmmaking, with an emphasis on socially engaged, collaborative practices. The successful candidate will also be able to help students connect film history and theory to practice. Candidates must be dedicated to teaching in a university that serves a diverse student body, be committed to working closely with colleagues in the College of Arts and Letters and be intent on forging collaborative relationships across disciplines and in the community.

This position is part of a cluster hire initiative, launched by the College of Arts and Letters, focused on Social Practice and Social Justice in the Arts. By hiring in a thematic cluster, the college hopes to: increase faculty diversity; foster interdepartmental community and support; and decolonize across curricula and departmental lines (see https://www.csus.edu/college/arts-letters/employment-opportunities.html for more information).

The classification annual salary range for this position is $64,860 - $143,928; the anticipated annual starting salary is $74,642.

JOB DUTIES:

• Teach upper and lower division film production and scriptwriting courses
• Develop curriculum in the upper and lower division addressing narrative film practices and curriculum involving community-based social practices with film.
• Lead student advising, recruitment, oversight of part-time faculty, curriculum development and other related activities aimed at fostering growth of the Film Program.
• Pursue excellence in teaching effectiveness; peer-reviewed creative, scholarly, and/or professional activity, and service to the Department, College, University.
• Engage actively with the local and regional community through service and scholarship.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned MFA or equivalent terminal degree in the arts by August 2023
• Evidence of teaching at the secondary, adult, or college level or community-based organization and leadership experience
• Evidence of creative practice of at least 3 years in contemporary narrative or hybrid documentary forms of filmmaking
• Evidence of filmmaking practice in socially engaged, collaborative or community-facing forms of engagement and/or co-creative work
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in a diverse and inclusive environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years teaching or educational experience at the adult or collegiate level
• Experience working with contemporary storytelling and digital cinema and distribution
• 3 years of experience working with digital filmmaking equipment and software, screenwriting techniques, and directing narrative production
• Evidence of ability to teach primary film tools, equipment, and processes

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Screening of completed application files will begin on January 13, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. Please submit:

1. Letter of interest addressing the position and the institution as it relates to your experience
2. Diversity Statement: Statement of your teaching philosophy addressing your approach and contributions to anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion
3. Current curriculum vitae. If applicable, please include a link to your website
4. Transcripts (unofficial) indicating the degree required for the position
5. 5-minute video sample reel / excerpt of a film and script of recent creative work, with a short explanation of your role in each project
6. Reel or presentation/slide deck of recent student work attesting to your skill in teaching
7. A syllabus sample of an upper division course addressing a form of social justice or social realism in a narrative film curriculum you have authored. This may be a proposed course or one that you have already taught
8. Additional optional materials can include artist statement, project proposal, long-form work, complete script, website, or video materials that relate to the required or preferred qualifications (must be combined into one file before upload).
9. Three (3) reference contacts in the form of email and telephone information that can speak to your professional qualifications

Semi-finalists will be invited to participate in a brief Zoom interview.

Finalists will be invited to campus, where we are holding our final interview process. If invited, you will also be asked to provide a current letter of recommendation from a professional contact within the last three years.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California's capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State's 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California's capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to student success, diversity, equity and inclusion, community engagement, philanthropy, and campus safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/internal/your-hr/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/compliance/hr-compliance/mandatory-dhr-training.html .

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.

Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information:

CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/.

Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Eligibility Verification
Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is a sponsoring agency ( ie. H-1-B Visa).


Advertised: October 19, 2022 (9:00 AM)
Applications Closes: Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://careers.csus.edu/en-us/job/519979/tenure-track-faculty-narrative-and-social-justice-filmmaking


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