Assistant Professor, Cinematography - Emerson College
Application Deadline: November 15, 2008
Summary: The successful candidate will teach courses in basic and advanced cinematography within a curriculum that addresses a variety of filmmaking modes and methods, including narrative, documentary, and experimental. Candidates are expected to have a record of professional achievement as cinematographer or director of photography on projects originating on film and as well as on video and are expected to maintain a strong record of achievement in the field of cinematography while teaching at the College.
Job Details: Assistant Professor, Cinematography
The Department of Visual and Media Arts at Emerson College seeks to fill a tenure-track position in Cinematography. Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor. A terminal degree (M.F.A. or Ph.D.) in cinematography, filmmaking or a related field is preferred, but candidates with significant professional experience as a director of photography will also be considered. Candidates are expected to have a record of professional achievement as cinematographer or director of photography on projects originating on film and as well as on video and are expected to maintain a strong record of achievement in the field of cinematography while teaching at the College. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of excellent teaching, preferably at the college level. The successful candidate will teach courses in basic and advanced cinematography within a curriculum that addresses a variety of filmmaking modes and methods, including narrative, documentary, and experimental. The appointment begins September 1, 2009.
Emerson College values campus multiculturalism as demonstrated by the diversity of its faculty, staff, student body, and constantly evolving curriculum. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Emerson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages diversity in its workplace.
Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, information on teaching experience, and three letters of recommendation to the
Search Committee, Department of Visual and Media Arts, School of the Arts, 120 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.
Point of Contact: Prof. Martie Cook
Website: www.emerson.edu
