Lecturer in Television/Film Production Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications must be submitted online at http://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/31595. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Shira Chess, Assistant Professor of Entertainment and Media Studies, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-3018; schess@uga.edu. Review of candidates will begin on November 2, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Due to an update of the UGAJobs website, applications cannot be uploaded from Nov. 14 Dec. 15. Materials for informal consideration can be sent via email to cherylch@uga.edu during this time. However, for full consideration, materials and applicant certifications sent Nov. 14 Dec. 15 must also be submitted to the UGAjobs website after the system is reopened on Dec, 16, 2018. Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number F0119P Working Title Lecturer in Television/Film Production Department Journalism Grady Journalism & About the University of Georgia The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the states oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. About the College/Unit/Department The Department of Entertainment and Media Studies ( EMST ) together with the Department of Advertising and Public Relations, and the Department of Journalism constitutes the units of the Grady College. EMST is home to media scholars working in a variety of theoretical and methodological traditions. It administers the undergraduate major in Entertainment & Media Studies, which teaches visual storytelling focused on entertainment. The major consists of a required core of four classes focused on storytelling (introduction, production, writing, narrative theory). Elective classes provide students with opportunities to deepen their skills in areas such as documentary, advanced production, advanced writing, and advanced research. All courses in this major are informed by a media-studies pedagogywhich includes integration of theory and practice and attention to issues of culture, power, identity along with media uses and effects. Augmenting the department programs is the presence of the Peabody Awards, the oldest and most prestigious awards program that recognizes excellence in broadcast and electronic media. In addition, significant experiential learning opportunities exist through the Cannes Film Festival Study Abroad Program, the Grady L.A. Field Study and Internship Program, and the Producing Entertainment in Quito, Ecuador Study Abroad Program. The major and its programs position students for jobs in the entertainment media industry across, film, television, gaming and other new media. The New Media Institute ( NMI ) is located within the department but as an interdisciplinary certificate-granting unit available to students throughout the university. It is dedicated to the innovative exploration of digital media technology. Through the NMIs New Media Interdisciplinary Certificate Program, students of any major can develop new media expertise. Students are required to complete 17 credit hours to earn the certificate. Certificate courses are hands-on and highly interactive, providing students a foundation of skills and knowledge that prepare them to respond to changes in technology throughout their careers. The NMI is located on the fourth floor of the Journalism Building with a great view of UGAs historic North Campus. College/Unit/Department website Learn more about the Grady College at www.grady.uga.edu. Georgia is well known for its quality of life, and for outdoors, urban, cultural and arts activities (http://www.exploregeorgia.org/). Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2019 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 09/21/2018 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applications must be submitted online at http://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/31595. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Shira Chess, Assistant Professor of Entertainment and Media Studies, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-3018; schess@uga.edu. Review of candidates will begin on November 2, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Due to an update of the UGAJobs website, applications cannot be uploaded from Nov. 14 Dec. 15. Materials for informal consideration can be sent via email to cherylch@uga.edu during this time. However, for full consideration, materials and applicant certifications sent Nov. 14 Dec. 15 must also be submitted to the UGAjobs website after the system is reopened on Dec, 16, 2018. Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Position Details Position Information Classification Title LECTURER Pay Grade FLSA Faculty Rank Lecturer Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications PhD or MFA in film, mass communication, media production, media studies or related field; or MA degree in same along with at least 3 years of significant professional experience. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in teaching production courses at the university level. Position Summary The Grady College at the University of Georgia invites applications for a lecturer position in Entertainment and Media Studies to begin August 2019. We seek an individual to teach courses in television and film production with a preferred emphasis in cinematography (cameras and lighting). We are also open to individuals with adjacent areas of expertise, in pre- and post-production. Candidates should be comfortable teaching a range of production classes and skills in both basic and advanced production and be well-versed in industry standards and practices. Service on department, college and university committees is expected. This position is primarily a teaching position with a 3/3 load. Additional Requirements Candidates with an MA degree must demonstrate exceptional accomplishments in cinematography or related areas and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Emphasis in cinematography (cameras and lighting) is preferred. Applicants with adjacent areas of expertise in pre- and post-production will also be considered. Applicants who can demonstrate experience teaching a range of production classes, skills in both basic and advanced production, and knowledge of current industry standards and practices are also preferred. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities We seek an individual to teach courses in television and film production with a preferred emphasis in cinematography (cameras and lighting). We are also open to individuals with adjacent areas of expertise, in pre- and post-production. Candidates should be comfortable teaching a range of production classes and skills in both basic and advanced production and be well-versed in industry standards and practices. Service on department, college and university committees is expected. This position is primarily a teaching position with a 3/3 load. Percentage Of Time 100 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents