The Department of Cinematic Arts at the University of Iowa invites applications for two Instructional Track faculty positions in Film & Video Production beginning August 2024. Responsibilities include teaching three undergraduate courses per semester, mentoring and supervising graduate students, and participation in departmental service.

This is an exciting time to join a thriving department of Cinematic Arts. Our department offers two BA degrees in Cinema and Screenwriting, which together serve more than 500 majors and minors. We also offer graduate degrees in Film & Video Production (MFA) and Film Studies (MA and PhD). For these positions, we are seeking excellent instructors whose teaching specializations can complement existing program strengths and contribute to the future development of Film and Video Production at Iowa.

The initial appointment is for three years, subject to annual review. Instructional-Track positions are renewable and include opportunities for promotion on a career ladder with longer appointment intervals.

Candidates should submit applications through the University of Iowa’s online application system (http://jobs.uiowa.edu). Refer to requisition #75221. Questions can be directed to search committee chair, Michael Cowan (michael-cowan@uiowa.edu).

Screening of applications will begin on May 9th. We will consider all applications received until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted by videoconference.

Attachments to the application must include:

• A letter of interest, which should address the required and desirable qualifications outlined in this posting


• A CV highlighting achievements relevant to the teaching of Film and Video Production


• A statement of teaching philosophy


• Two sample syllabi


• Teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching ability.


• Links to a sample of work (or excerpts) of maximum 10 minutes.


• Contact information for three references. Letters of recommendation are required as part of the application process. Upon application submission, references will be automatically notified by e-mail with directions on how to electronically submit letters to the University of Iowa. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check and credential/education verification.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

• M.F.A. in Film & Video Production or related area in hand by start date.

• Demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching


• Ability to teach courses across the Film & Video Production curriculum, including our large introductory survey; intermediate courses (in narrative fiction, nonfiction, and alternative forms); and various advanced topics (image design, sound design, editing, etc.)


• Ability to mentor graduate students and supervise graduate teaching assistants


• Ability and willingness to take on service roles commensurate with a 20% service allocation

• Record of, or interest in, curriculum development


• Ability to teach students to use a broad range of digital moving image cameras, digital audio recorders and post-production software, including the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Audition, etc.), Pro Tools, Da Vinci, and beyond


• Desire to promote an inclusive culture in the workplace and academic environment