Instructor or Lecturer, Film and Mass Media

The Opportunity

The Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NSCM) in the College of Sciences (COS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for an instructor or lecturer position in the Film and Media Production and Management degree areas anticipated to begin in August 2026. This job is a 9-month non-tenure earning annually renewable position that offers a clear career path with the possibility of promotion based on years of service and performance.

The selected candidate will contribute to the mission of the Film and Mass Media program by teaching undergraduate courses and depending on the highest degree attained may teach at the graduate level and support the Film MFA degree by providing critiques mentoring and serving on graduate thesis successful candidate may be expected to teach in different modalities including face-to-face and instructional duties and service assignments are in accordance with the departments equitable workload policy.

Other typical responsibilities include providing appropriate service in student advising (academic and career) and actively participating in the academic life of the school. This includes attending faculty meetings graduations assessing student learning and engaging in committee work. These activities are integral to our commitment to student success and academic excellence.

This position has no research expectation but research and scholarly activities may be supported.

Additionally we are especially interested in a candidate who can contribute through their teaching and service to the excellence of our academic community and foster an environment in which faculty staff and students from a variety of backgrounds cultures and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

The UCF Nicholson School of Communication and Media (NSCM) is a student-centered experience at the exciting intersection of technology media film advertising communications and public relations. Our faculty and staff bring an impressive background of experiencefrom developing health communication to producing Super Bowl commercialsand connect our students to internship and career opportunities. As the premier academic program for communications and media in Central Florida with successful alumni around the globe NSCM is known for excellence in research teaching and service to students and the community. The curriculum blends both the theoretical and applied aspects of the field offering eight bachelors degree programs four masters degree programs and a Ph.D. program in strategic communication. For more information about the school visit .

The UCF College of Sciences (COS) is the largest college at the university and a powerhouse for the regional and national STEM workforce spanning the natural computational physical and social sciences and housing centers institutes and initiatives that serve as hubs for research and innovation. Through sharing and applying knowledge COS is cultivating pathways for students to solve our worlds most pressing and complex problems. With a mission to provide a world-class education in an environment where faculty staff and students thrive research flourishes and our community prospers; a number of COS academic programs are among those nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report Princeton Review and others. For more information please visit .

UCF named one of the most innovative public universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report is located in Orlando Florida and is classified as a Very High Research Activity university by the Carnegie Foundation. With more than 70000 students UCF is one of the largest universities in the country offering more than 240 degree programs. UCF is an economic engine attracting and supporting industries vital to the regions future while providing students with real-world experiences that help them succeed after graduation. For more information visit .

Minimum Qualifications:

• A masters degree (for an instructor) or a terminal degree (for a lecturer) in Radio-Television Mass Media Production Film Production or a related field (e.g. Film Arts Mass Communication etc.) from an accredited institution. Applicants with a bachelors degree as their highest degree will be considered for an instructor only if they can document a minimum of ten years of professional experience in film and television production.

• Must have experience teaching hands-on production courses.

• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative educational environment with faculty students and administrators.

• Must have experience teaching across both mass media and film degree programs.

• Must have a working familiarity with film and media production technologies and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of college-level teaching experience in one or more of the following:videography cinematography studio/control room production lighting editing production management audio production or media management.

• Experience working with and/or teaching virtual production technologies.

• Professional experience and fluency in studio/control room production videography lighting editing and post-production workflows post-sound design color grading or mixing.

• Experience teaching in different modalities including face-to-face and online.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted electronically through the Human Resources website In addition to the online application interested candidates should upload the following:

• A letter of application (cover letter) indicating how you are prepared to join the faculty at UCF.

• A curriculum vitae (CV).

• A teaching statement of no more than 300 words that addresses the ability to teach using different delivery modes including online or large classes.

• Links to preview work samples.

Note: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and as applicable U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to Dr. Lisa Mills Search Committee Chair .

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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Job Close Date:

11/30/2025

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow; youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program.

• Paid time off including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

• Retirement savings options.

• Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions.

• Education assistance.

• Flexible work environment.

• And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35 prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S. or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education employment or training in China Cuba Iran Russia North Korea Syria or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions including but not limited to faculty graduate positions individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds post-doctoral positions undergraduate positions visiting assistant professors and visiting research associates.

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