Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Film

Kenyon College is seeking applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor of Film to begin in Fall 2022. We welcome applications from both narrative and documentary filmmakers. The position will require teaching at least one production class a year as well as a film studies class of the candidate’s choosing.  The successful candidate will also be responsible for teaching at least one section of the “Introduction to Film” class a year. Total teaching load is five classes per year (3-2 or 2-3 by semester) We are particularly interested in applicants whose creative work and teaching focuses on Black and/or Latinx experiences and/or the representation of people of color, and whose teaching addresses one or more of the following: production, screenwriting, editing or cinematography.

Candidates must possess an MFA and should have at least two years of teaching experience (or commensurate professional experience) and a demonstrated track record of artistic excellence. A complete application will include: 1) A cover letter detailing teaching experience and teaching philosophy, including methods for incorporating issues related to diversity, inclusion and equity into teaching and advising, as well as a description of artistic work; 2) A curriculum vitae; and 3) Contact information for three recommenders. Letters of reference, samples of film work, and unofficial transcripts will be requested from candidates selected for an initial interview.

All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s website at http://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 15 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by October 15th are guaranteed full consideration. Initial interviews will be conducted remotely. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Kenyon welcomes applicants from diverse identities and backgrounds. Please direct questions to Jon Sherman, Search Committee Chair (shermanja@kenyon.edu).