Full-Time Faculty, Film and Video at Maryland Institute College of Art

Baltimore, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

146325.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Narrative Production, Contemporary Media Practices, Digital Processes, Virtual Filmmaking, Title Design, Visual Effects, Film Production, Television Production, Episodic Formats, Collaboration, Curriculum Development, Student Mentoring, Professional Practice, Teaching Experience, Media Theory, Communication Skills

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA. At MICA, we empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA. Position: Full-Time Faculty in Film and Video Department: Film and Video FLSA Status: Exempt Reports to: Chair, Film and Video Position: The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Film and Video. We are seeking a versatile educator with deep expertise in narrative production and contemporary media industry practices, and invested in reimagining MICA’s undergraduate and graduate programs to align with the evolving landscape of the film and television industries. Candidates should have fluency in advanced digital processes and techniques and the workflows used in narrative production. We are especially interested in candidates with knowledge of subfields that include virtual filmmaking, title design and visual effects. Experience in both film and television is a plus, as well as episodic formats, and the ability to work with media producers in other disciplines, including our game design and interactive media faculty and our faculty in creative media production. MICA sits within Baltimore’s robust media production ecosystem and provides opportunities for candidates to partner with a range of media studios and independent filmmakers across the greater metro area. We invite applications from working film and media artists who have a demonstrated commitment to education to join our faculty with a preferred start date of August 1, 2026. About Film and Video at MICA: As a small, private art and design school with a rich legacy of experimentation and community-oriented practice, MICA is reimagining media education. At the undergraduate level, MICA offers a co-major in Film and Video that integrates with the BFA Creative Media Production; at the graduate level, MICA offers an MFA Filmmaking that features a unique collaboration with the Maryland Film Festival and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Parkway Theatre. These undergraduate and graduate programs sit alongside the college’s offerings in Game Design and Interactive Arts as part of a convergent media hub for emerging creative industries at the JHU-MICA Film Centre. MICA is also relaunching its BFA Film and Video, and is looking for faculty who can actively engage in the revision, development and delivery of a newly designed production curriculum that can respond to current industry practices in film and television. The Johns Hopkins University (JHU) and Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) Film Centre is situated inside the historic Centre Theatre in the Station North Arts & Entertainment District, a neighborhood adjacent to MICA's main campus. Students studying at the Film Centre engage with a collaborative network of media practitioners, and gain from their immersion in Baltimore’s vibrant arts scene as they prepare for sustainable careers in film and media. The Centre offers a full suite of production and post-production resources and houses the college’s main sound stage. Job Description: Teach 3 courses per semester, ranging from introductory to thesis-level coursework in film and television at the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition, full-time faculty members at MICA participate in departmental service, undertake committee membership, and are expected to maintain an ongoing professional practice. Responsibilities Include: Teaching six studio classes per academic year, (3 Fall, 3 Spring). Teach a range of courses in film and video, including both foundational and advanced topics. Develop and implement a curriculum that integrates film and video production principles with emerging technologies and practices. Mentor and advise students, fostering their creative and professional development. Contribute to departmental initiatives, including but not limited to program development, assessment, and strategic planning. Active participation in departmental and institutional service including curriculum and program development, assessment, and strategic planning; and college-wide committees and initiatives that promote shared governance Maintain an active professional practice and/or research agenda that informs teaching and contributes to the field. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree (BFA, BA, BS) in Film, Television, Video Production or related field A record of professional accomplishment demonstrating a breadth of media practice Proficiency with relevant industry-standard production software Strong communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills Demonstrated knowledge of media practice, theory and history Familiarity with core film and video production frameworks Teaching experience at the college level beyond graduate assistantships, with a proven ability to teach foundational methods and first-year students through advanced courses Personal commitment to teaching using pedagogical approaches relevant to our student body Preferred Qualifications: A terminal degree (MFA, PhD) in Film, Television, Video Production or related field (or equivalent professional experience) Proven track record facilitating collaborative teamwork Expertise in one or more specialized areas such as: cinematography, editing, virtual production or visual effects Experience with or interest in integrating new technologies (e.g., virtual production) into media practice and education Knowledgeable about contemporary industry practices Shows promise or proven ability to enrich the strategic aims for the Department and the College Additional Information: The faculty are represented by the SEIU Local 500. Salary: Commensurate with experience and college policy ranging from $56,246 to 146,325. Excellent benefits package. Apply: The College will review applications as received. Materials received before January 5, 2026 are best assured of receiving full consideration. The position will remain open until filled. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in the strictest confidence. Application Instructions: Applications MUST be initiated via the MICA website (https://www.mica.edu/about-mica/offices-divisions/human-resources/careers-at-mica/) and include: Cover letter outlining your interest in the position, your vision for the future of media education, and teaching philosophy Comprehensive CV with list of creative works Names and contact information including address, phone and email for three references. During your application on MICA’s website, you will be redirected to Slideroom to upload supporting materials as directed below. After you have uploaded your materials on Slideroom, please complete your application on MICA’s website. Slideroom: You will be asked to login or create a login and submit the following: A link to a portfolio or reel demonstrating your creative work submitted as a PDF with descriptions and URLs of relevant media projects. Conditions of Employment: Conditions: Satisfactory Background Check Physical demands and work environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of a job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (amt) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position) Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal. Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule) Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment. Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363. Acknowledged nationally as a premier leader in art and design education, MICA is deliberately cultivating a new generation of artist – one that is capable of seamlessly integrating innovation, entrepreneurship and creative citizenship with contemporary approaches to art, design and media. MICA is redefining the role of the artists and designers as creative, solutions-oriented makers and thinkers who will drive social, cultural, and economic advancement for our future. As the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art and design in the nation, MICA is located in Baltimore, deeply connected to the community. It is a leading contributor to the creative economy regionally and a top producer of nationally and internationally recognized professional artists and designers.

Responsibilities

Teach a total of six studio classes per academic year, covering a range of film and video topics. Engage in departmental service and maintain an active professional practice.