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Position Title :
Adjunct Faculty, Television and Film Production
Position Number : 999972
Position Category : Hofstra in LA
School / Division :
School of Communication
Full-Time or Part-Time :
Part-Time
Description :
The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University invites applicants to apply for adjunct faculty positions in the Department of Radio, Television, Film (RTVF) to teach courses within its new pilot “Hofstra in L.A.” program, located on the Emerson College campus in Hollywood, California.
The “Hofstra in LA.” semester provides students with access to on-site Hofstra University courses related to the entertainment industry, internships within their areas of interest, exclusive networking opportunities with alumni and other industry leaders, and planned social events and cultural activities throughout the semester. Students will broaden their understanding of career possibilities, develop skills needed to compete in a highly competitive industry, and establish valuable professional relationships.
The successful candidates will teach a course or courses focused on film and / or television production.
Qualifications :
- A master’s in fine arts or other advanced degree, or a minimum of 10 years professional experience in a related field required.
- Significant professional experience with credits producing filmed entertainment including motion pictures and television. Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of producing including development, finance, production, and distribution.
- Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in an educational environment.
- Flexibility to accommodate a teaching schedule.
- The ability to communicate effectively in English is a requirement.
- Candidates must be available to begin teaching in the Spring 2025 semester.
Preferred Quals Summary :
Special Instructions :
Please upload the following with your application for consideration :
All applications received will receive full consideration.
This is a 45-classroom hour position for classes to be taught in the Spring 2025 semester (January 27, 2025 to May 17, 2025). Work for this position will be taught in English and performed onsite at the Emerson College Los Angeles Center.
The pay scale for this position is $144.00 – $152.00 per classroom hour. The minimum range will be increased when California state sets the minimum rate for 2025. A “classroom hour” means the time spent in the primary forum of the course or laboratory, regardless of whether the forum is in-person or virtual. Payment for “classroom hours” encompasses payment for all classroom or laboratory time, preparation, grading, office hours, and other course- or laboratory-related work for that course or laboratory.
Special Note : If you are selected for this role, your employment will be through Kelly Services.
Deadline : Open until filled.
Tenure Track : Date Posted :
12 / 05 / 2024
EEO Statement :
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Salary / Salary Range :
144.00 - $152.00 per classroom hour
Salary : $144 - $152
