Part-time Assistant Professor of Film and Media Arts

DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women members of underrepresented groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position will remain open until filled.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship at this time.

The Film and Media Arts Program at DePauw University invites applications for a part-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor for the Fall term of the 2026-27 academic year. Preference will be given to candidates with an MFA in Film Production (or closely related field) though candidates with a Ph.D. in film or media with extensive production/digital filmmaking experience will also be considered. Candidates without a terminal degree but with at least a Masters degree will be considered at the rank of Instructor. A commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal-arts setting and evidence of effective and inclusive teaching are essential. The program specifically seeks candidates to teach at least one section of Introduction to Digital Film Production during the Fall 2026 term. Candidates who are interested in teaching an additional course may be assigned a second section of Introduction to Digital Film Production or another course such as Screenwriting. Teaching assignment is one or two courses during the fall term.

Film and Media Arts is an interdisciplinary program offering a major and minor under the banner of the Creative School. The curriculum offers a balance of production and critical studies courses. Courses are taught by faculty from a wide range of departments across the university as well as faculty housed within the program itself.

DePauw University is a leading nationally-recognized liberal arts and sciences university dedicated to educating approximately 1850 highly talented motivated and diverse students from across the country and around the University includes a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences a School of Business and Leadership and a Creative School which enriches the community by providing a rich set of music performances and other artistic offerings. For 185 years DePauw has created an atmosphere of intellectual challenge that prepares students for lifelong success and fulfills its mission to develop leaders the world needs through an uncommon commitment to the liberal arts. Located in Greencastle Indiana about a 45-minute drive west of Indianapolis DePauw is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association. DePauw has an ongoing commitment to diversity and seeks to strengthen our institution through equitable and inclusive practices. Please see this profile for more information about DePauw University.

Candidates should submit through Workday:

• a cover letter summarizing qualifications;

• CV;

• a statement of teaching philosophy;

• evidence of effective teaching such as sample syllabi or course evaluations;

• and an unofficial copy of graduate transcripts.

Contact information for professional references may be requested at a later date.

Application materials should provide evidence of a commitment to successfully fostering and engaging with a diversity of ideas and experiences to create an inclusive environment in the classroom and at the University. Review of applications will begin March 8 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Prof. Jonathan Nichols-Pethick Director of the Film and Media Arts Program at with any questions.

We are proud to recognize the active participation of faculty and staff in adding to the heritage of building and supporting vibrant intellectual and creative lives for students and for ourselves. Principles of collaboration respect for each other diversity freedom of expression accountability and service guide the daily decisions and interactions across campus.

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There are many benefits offered to DePauw Employees.

For full time benefits eligible employees these benefits include medical dental and vision insurance. Basic Life insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long Term Disability are paid for by DePauw University. Full time employees may elect to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves and their voluntary benefitsTuition Remission and Exchange as well as Relocation Allowance are also employee benefits. Seethe Benefits Hub.

All employees may participate in the retirement savings plan as well as employee discounts and access to University resources.

At DePauw we recognize that our employees need to balance work and home. Please refer to University Policies forVacation TimePersonal Time(hourly)andSick Timepolicies in theEmployee Handbookfor more information on these and other benefits. When you need support theCigna Employee Assistancebenefit is available to all employees and their households.

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