Assistant/Associate Professor of Media Arts & Technology (Tenure-Track)

Assistant/Associate Professor of Media Arts & Technology (Tenure-Track)

New Mexico Highlands University is an EEO Employer.

About NMHU

Highlands University is an open admissions university with over 70% Hispanic, Native American or African American with nearly 40% studying at the Master’s Degree level. The university is committed to student success and improved retention and graduation rates. NMHU serves approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students at the main campus in Las Vegas, NM (one hour east of Santa Fe) and another 1,300 students at centers in Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, and Albuquerque. For more information about the university, visit the website at

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Media Arts & Technology (Tenure-Track)

Rank

Rank Assistant/Associate Professor

Classification Title

Position Summary

The NMHU Media Arts & Technology Department invites applications for a full-time, assistant/associate tenure-track professor in media arts beginning August 5, 2024. Teaching duties include both graduate and undergraduate courses in media arts. We seek colleagues who work at the intersection of creative production, cultural awareness, and technology. A successful candidate situates their practice within theoretical and cultural approaches to their teaching and research. Candidates should be well versed in media history and theory and will be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in a diverse interdisciplinary Media Arts & Technology program that emphasizes convergent technology skills used in digital storytelling along with industry-standard production. We seek candidates whose teaching focuses on the application of digital media practices, particularly video production, installation, as well as courses in the successful candidate’s area of specialization. Experience in the areas of studio photography, projection mapping, responsive video is helpful.

Review of applications will begin February 12, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a link to a creative portfolio of at least 5 media projects for which the applicant served in a key creative capacity (i.e. director, cinematographer, designer, producer).

For evidence of teaching effectiveness, include contact information for three professional references and an unofficial graduate transcript (finalists will need to provide official transcripts). Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching and scholarship will support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as their ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities

The position requires a 24-credit hour per year teaching load, student advisement, and university service is expected. The candidate will participate in curriculum development and should have the ability to administer both graduate and undergraduate curriculum and a willingness to engage with students beyond class time.

Minimum Qualifications

Interested applicants should hold an MFA in Film, Video, Photography, Media, or related field, and have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience. Applicants should feel comfortable with all levels of digital video production, from beginner to advanced. Applicants must be comfortable with industry standard video, audio and effects software.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional areas of focus, such as experimental video, projection mapping, multiscreen installation, fine art photography, traditional or experimental photography are encouraged. Some professional experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Applicants should feel comfortable with all levels of digital video production, from beginner to advanced. Applicants must be comfortable with industry standard audio production, photo and video editing software. The candidate may teach such classes as HD Cinema, Video Effects, Photography courses, Audio for Media Arts, History of Motion Pictures, and other classes in the future.

Work Location

Work Location Las Vegas, NM Campus

Posting Number

Posting Number F339P

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 01/24/2020

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts Conferring Required Degree
• Portfolio
• Teaching Philosophy
• List of Three Professional References with Name, Address and E-Mail

Optional Documents

• Media File
• License/Certificate
• Evidence of Teaching and Research Excellence
• Samples of Syllabus