Theatre and Media Arts-Film Production Full-Time Faculty CFS Professional at Brigham Young University

Provo, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Creative Producing, Production Management, Sound, Post-Production, Emerging Media, Fundraising, Distribution, Teaching, Mentoring, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Student-Centered Learning, Professional Experience, Academic Success, Innovative Work

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Title: Theatre and Media Arts-Film Production Full-Time Faculty CFS Professional Posting End Date: November 13, 2025 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Wednesday, November 12, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m. (MST) Position Start Date: August 1, 2026 Summary: The Department of Theatre and Media Arts at Brigham Young University invites applications for a continuing faculty status (tenure track) position in Film Production. We seek enthusiastic and experienced candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas of film or media production: Creative Producing, Production Management, Sound, Post-Production, Emerging Media, Fundraising, and/or Distribution. Required Degree: A terminal degree in film, television, media, communications, or a related field is strongly preferred. However, given the nature of this professional faculty position, candidates with an under-graduate and/or graduate degree in film, television, media, communications, and a minimum of 8-10 years substantial professional experience may be considered. The required degree must be completed by the start date. Experience: You must have documented record of professional and/or creative activity in the field of film, television, media, and/or video production. An aptitude for excellence in teaching. A commitment to student-centered learning. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Duties/Expectations: Teach up to four courses (12 credit hours) during both the fall and winter semesters, and up to two courses (6 credit hours) during spring or summer term. There is no expectation of scholarship (research/creative work) for these positions, outside creative work created with students. Advise student projects and provide guidance to foster creative and innovative work. Mentor students to ensure academic success and professional growth. Serve on department, college, and university committees. NOTE: Professional Teaching Faculty enjoy the same privileges as professorial faculty. They may receive continuing faculty status (CFS) and rank advancement. They may vote in department decisions regarding faculty appointments, CFS, rank advancement, and all other matters. They may serve as chairs or deans, on committees, and in other administrative assignments, and they are eligible for university awards. Information required at the time of application – Please list the individual contact information for each of your three recommenders on the faculty application. At some point during the selection process, they may be contacted to submit their letters of reference electronically Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter and Mission Alignment Statement to the faculty application. Please also include: A statement of teaching philosophy A statement of professional activity including links to examples of professional production work Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Mission Alignment Statement: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education (https://aims.byu.edu/). Salary: Brigham Young University is committed to hiring qualified faculty and compensating them fairly in consideration of previous experience and future potential. While BYU is a private institution that holds salaries as confidential, we are competitive to salaries recorded by OSU's Faculty Salary Survey by Discipline, the Chronicle of Education's Salary Data Library, and other such reports. United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. Mission Alignment Statement BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education. Employment Requirements All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church. Equal Opportunity Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. faculty_relations@byu.edu 1-801-422-7017

Responsibilities

Teach up to four courses during the fall and winter semesters, and up to two courses during spring or summer term. Advise and mentor students to foster creative and innovative work while ensuring their academic success and professional growth.