Temporary Full-Time Faculty in Film/Video

About MassArt:

Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. We've spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every deserving student. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.

MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

Job Description:

Bargaining Unit: MSCA

Contract Dates: 09/01/2025-05/31/2026. Please note: This is an initial one year appointment with the option to be extended for an additional 2 yrs per MSCA contract

Salary Range: $66,000-$72,000

The Film/Video Department at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design seeks a committed temporary faculty member and artist working in Sound Art and Moving Image to join our existing faculty and staff community. We seek a faculty member who demonstrates a deep engagement with sound as a creative artistic medium and has a desire to work with a diverse group of moving image student artists. Our curriculum embraces significant exploration with form and content and encompasses contemporary practices including multi-channel installation, transmedia and video art as well as experimental 16mm and handmade film.

We invite applications from candidates who prioritize a diverse, inclusive curriculum. The temporary faculty member will teach required undergraduate major studio classes and studio electives. We seek faculty who teach in and/or across media and content, particularly in the realms of sound art and diverse and inclusive Moving Image.

As part of their service, the new faculty member will supervise students in departmental installation shows and screenings; co-host departmental social gatherings, provide academic advising for undergraduate students; review MFA student applicants and co-critique undergraduate review boards.

Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications:

We are seeking a colleague who:

• Demonstrates the ability to teach a range of skills and technologies necessary to successfully guide a student through the creation of personal moving image work from pre to post production including: recording audio, shooting, editing, and sound design.
• Is well-versed in experimental media and installation.
• Has a demonstrated record of achievement in a personal sound and moving image arts practice.
• Has two or more years teaching experience at the college level.
• Demonstrates a proven record of diverse, inclusive content in courses taught.

Preferred Qualifications:

We are seeking a colleague who:

• Has a MFA or equivalent.
• Demonstrates technical expertise in the creation of sound art and experimental sound design using ProTools. We welcome applicants with experience in experimental video, 16mm film, installation, expanded cinema, new genres/new media, AI, AR,/VR, interactive work.
• Has tangible experience working collaboratively.
• Is experienced with emerging media production and post-production technologies.

Additional Information:

Please note MassArt:

• Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
• Is not an E-Verify institution.

Selected candidates must be eligible to work in the US at the time of employment, complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US by completing the Form 19, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed. .

Comprehensive Benefits (does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class.

MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT:

• Comprehensive CV, including exhibitions and screenings and/or a demonstration of excellence in the field
• Cover letter
• Statement of teaching philosophy that includes your commitment to equity in the classroom.
• Artist Statement
• Three work samples with links and descriptions
• Two course syllabi from previously taught studio courses, preferably intermediate courses
• A list of courses taught with detailed descriptions

Applicants should be eligible to work in the U.S.at the time of employment

Please note that the Massachusetts College of Art and Design is not an e-verified institution (www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify).