Assistant Professor of Creative Production – University of Florida

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Creative Production – University of Florida

• Institution: University of Florida

• College: College of Journalism and Communications

• Department: Department of Media Production, Management, and Technology

• Position: Assistant Professor of Creative Production

• Job Number: 541508

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

• Location: Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Expected Start: Fall 2027

• Salary / Remuneration: Commensurate with experience and education

• Advertised Date: September 25, 2026

• Application Review Begins: November 1, 2026

• Final Closing Status: Open until filled

Overview of the Role

The Department of Media Production, Management, and Technology at the University of Florida invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Creative Production beginning in Fall 2027.

The Department seeks a scholar-practitioner whose creative work advances storytelling through innovative media formats and addresses contemporary social issues, cultural narratives, or technological change.

The position places strong emphasis on creative scholarship, with artistic and professional output valued alongside traditional academic research.

Areas of Expertise

Relevant areas may include:

• Feature-length films

• Short films

• Television series and specials

• Documentary filmmaking

• Augmented Reality

• Virtual Reality

• Streaming series development and production

• Interactive media

• Hybrid narrative formats

• Emerging media technologies

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate courses in media production.

• Teach subjects such as filmmaking techniques, camera and lens systems, documentary storytelling, VR/AR production, and streaming-content creation.

• Mentor students in hands-on production projects.

• Supervise capstone productions.

• Integrate emerging technologies into the curriculum.

• Maintain an active programme of original creative work.

• Seek external funding for creative and scholarly projects.

• Disseminate work through festivals, broadcasts, online platforms, exhibitions, or academic conferences.

• Participate in Department and College committees.

• Advise student media organisations.

• Contribute to broader College initiatives.

Essential Qualification

Applicants must have:

• A terminal degree such as MFA, Ph.D., or equivalent in Film, Media Production, or a related field by August 2027.

• A strong record of creative achievement.

• Evidence of teaching and mentoring effectiveness.

• Potential to establish a national and/or international reputation.

Examples of relevant creative achievement may include:

• Award-winning films

• Documentaries broadcast on network or streaming platforms

• VR experiences showcased at major venues such as SIGGRAPH

• New-media installations

• Other significant professional creative work

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Experience using Adobe Premiere.

• Experience with After Effects.

• Experience with DaVinci Resolve.

• Experience with Unity for VR.

• Experience with data-driven audience-engagement tools.

• Experience in streaming-series production.

• Film festival screenings or selections.

• Familiarity with ethical issues in AI-assisted production.

• Familiarity with sustainable filmmaking practices.

• University-level teaching experience.

Creative Scholarship & Tenure Profile

The Department recognizes creative production as a significant form of tenure-track scholarship.

Creative achievements may be demonstrated through:

• Honors and awards at nationally recognized film festivals.

• Publications in creative outlets.

• Peer-reviewed exhibitions.

• Competitive grants.

• Support from bodies such as the National Endowment for the Arts.

• Collaborations with leading industry partners.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Portfolio Links or Samples of Creative Work

   • Reels

   • Scripts

   • VR demonstrations

   • Other relevant creative materials

4. Teaching Statement

5. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

6. Contact Information for Three Professional References

The cover letter should explain how the applicant’s creative vision, professional experience, and talents would contribute to the Department’s mission, curriculum, and students.

Additional Application Information

• Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a credentialing service approved by NACES.

• Candidates are subject to pre-employment screening.

• Screening includes review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

• Search-related application materials may be subject to Florida public-records laws.

Nature of Appointment

• Full-Time Faculty

• Assistant Professor

• Tenure-Track

• Creative Production focus

• Teaching, creative scholarship, mentoring, and service responsibilities

Important Dates

• Advertised: September 25, 2026

• Application Review Begins: November 1, 2026

• Final Closing Status: Open until filled

• Expected Start: Fall 2027

Applicants are encouraged to submit complete applications before November 1, 2026 for strongest consideration.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the University of Florida Careers portal.

Job Number: 541508

Application Portal:
https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/

Search Committee Chair: Yu-Hao Lee
Email: leeyuhao@jou.ufl.edu

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