Assistant Professor – Television Studio Production – New York University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor – Television Studio Production – New York University

• Institution: New York University (NYU)

• School: Tisch School of the Arts

• Academic Unit: Kanbar Institute of Film and Television, Undergraduate Film and Television

• Position: Assistant Professor – Television Studio Production

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor

• Teaching Load: 5 courses per year

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 96.80 lakh – INR 1.16 crore annually for the 9-month base appointment

• Location: New York, United States

• Application Deadline: November 4, 2026

• Expected Start Date: September 2027

Overview of Role

NYU Tisch School of the Arts invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Television Studio Production.

The position is intended for an experienced television professional with a significant record of directing scripted television series. The successful candidate will primarily teach production and directing courses while also contributing to other areas of the undergraduate Film and Television curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Teach 5 courses per academic year.

• Teach Television Studio Production and directing courses.

• Potentially teach additional areas such as series writing.

• Mentor undergraduate students.

• Participate in departmental and/or school-wide committees.

• Participate in academic and professional events.

• Maintain ongoing professional creative work.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Candidates must have:

• A significant and proven professional record directing scripted television series.

• Demonstrated expertise in television production and directing.

Preferred qualifications include:

• University-level teaching experience.

• Experience working in creative and collaborative environments.

• Ability to teach additional areas of the curriculum, including series writing.

• Commitment to equity-forward teaching practices.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover Letter

   • Stating interest and relevant expertise

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Names and Contact Information for Three References

   • References should reflect both academic and industry experience

Candidates may later be asked to submit:

• Creative reel of professionally produced work

• Produced writing samples

Application Process

• Application Deadline: November 4, 2026

• The posting states applications are due no later than 5:00 PM ET on November 4, 2026

• Expected Start Date: September 2027

• Application Link: https://apply.interfolio.com/194707

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.

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