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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Adjunct, Film

Various SLCC locations, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college, and they are seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the Film Department. This role involves teaching courses in Film Production and Film Studies, collaborating with full-time faculty, and supporting various program and course-related responsibilities.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Teach in-person courses in beginning and intermediate film production

Instruct students in the use of Blackmagic and Sony cameras, lighting techniques, and grip equipment

Teach post-production using Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition

Provide timely and constructive feedback on student projects

Maintain accurate attendance and grade records

Foster a safe, respectful, and collaborative classroom environment

Respond to student inquiries within 1–2 days

Participate in department meetings and trainings as needed

Teach courses in film appreciation, history, and culture in both online and in-person formats

In FLM 1023 Introduction to Film, the instructor will teach foundational concepts in film theory, analysis, history, and criticism

In FLM 1070 Film & Culture, explore American cultures through their representations in contemporary cinema, applying critical/theoretical approaches including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual identity, class, geography, ability/disability, and generational issues

Lead discussions and lectures on cinematic form, narrative, and cultural context

Evaluate student writing and analytical assignments

Provide timely and constructive feedback

Maintain accurate attendance and grade records

Respond to student inquiries within 1–2 days

Participate in department meetings and trainings as needed

Qualification

Film ProductionFilm StudiesAdobe Premiere ProAdobe AuditionBlackmagic camerasSony camerasLighting techniquesAudio recordingFilm theoryFilm historyAnalytical skillsTeaching experienceInclusive teaching practicesCultural analysisWriting skills

Required

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States

All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment

Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Film, or a closely related filed

Demonstrated experience in commercial or narrative film production

Master's degree in Film Studies, Film, or a closely related field

Proficiency in digital filmmaking from pre-production through post

Strong working knowledge of professional camera systems, lighting setups, and audio recording

Ability to teach technical and creative aspects of production in an engaging and accessible way

Familiarity with industry-standard editing and sound software

Graduate-level knowledge of film history, theory, and criticism

Ability to lead engaging discussions and foster critical thinking

Strong writing and analytical skills

Familiarity with diverse cinematic traditions and global cinema

Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, culture, ethnic background, and abilities, to maintain good working relationships across the College

Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities