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Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Digital Cinema Production

Position Number: 6714398
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Communications - Film and Video

Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Digital Cinema Production

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2604585
Closing: 12/31/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

The Department of Digital Media (www.uvu.edu/digitalmedia) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Digital Cinema Production to begin August 1, 2026.

The digital cinema production faculty member develops and teaches in one or more areas: digital cinema post-production, screenwriting, producing, directing, and cinematography. Additionally, faculty members advise and mentor student projects and interact with local businesses or industry organizations. The faculty member engages in scholarly activities and creative works that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, the faculty provides service at the department, college, and university levels. This position also supports the Kahlert Applied AI Institute through collaborative research, curriculum development, and initiatives that advance the integration of AI across the University.

Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU encourages applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The department will accept all qualified applications, but is particularly interested in applicants with experience in Film and Television Producing (development, production, and distribution). The Digital Cinema Production program emphasizes applied, hands-on learning grounded in practice-based education and professional preparation. We seek candidates who bring industry-aligned producing experience into the classroom and demonstrate a strong commitment to student mentorship and engagement. This position will teach courses in creative producing, line producing, and other production-related areas at both lower- and upper-division levels.

Utah Valley University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contributions.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with an MFA or doctorate in Film Producing, Production, or related field.
College-level teaching experience.
Demonstrated experience incorporating artificial intelligence concepts and applications into curriculum design and instruction, with the ability to contextualize AI within the cinema discipline and advance students' understanding of its relevance and impact

Preferred Qualifications:

Five or more years of experience in cinema production-related areas.
Experience in one of the following areas: digital cinema post-production, screenwriting, producing, directing, and cinematography.
Experience with VR, gaming, and other new media.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent talking, hearing, sitting, walking, and standing.
Frequent use of fine-hand manipulation is associated with the use of a computer.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge of emerging AI applications in digital cinema workflows, including generative media, visual effects automation, virtual production, and content personalization.
Knowledge of current film and television industry trends and standards.
Demonstrated knowledge of producing practices across multiple stages and formats of film and media production, with additional competency in one or more related areas such as screenwriting, directing, cinematography, or editing for film, television, and new media.
Knowledge of narrative story structure and its relation to development through distribution.
Creating and executing a vision for short-form and long-form cinematic projects
Proven ability to supervise film and media productions across a range of budgets, production levels, and formats.
Demonstrated proficiency in software (e.g., Movie Magic Budgeting and Scheduling) and production equipment relevant to producing courses.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong program coordination skills.
Effective verbal and technical written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong presentation and proposal skills.
Ability to engage in activities that broadly support applied AI across the university, developing interdisciplinary programs, mentoring students, building industry partnerships, and participating in Institute governance.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and professionals within the film industry from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to interpret the University's core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results)
Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.
Ability to conduct scholarship/creative works and service, and have teaching interests that align with the digital cinema production discipline.
Ability to relate with students and effectively teach, train, and mentor students.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5139009/faculty-tenure-track-assistant-professor-digital-cinema-production

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