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Position Summary:

The School of Communication and Multimedia Studies (SCMS) in the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for a nine-month Non-Tenure Track Instructor and Coordinator in Digital Film and Media to begin August 2026. The primary location is the Boca Raton campus, with occasional travel to the Fort Lauderdale campus.

This hybrid position combines a 2/2 teaching load in Multimedia Film and Media with coordination and oversight of audiovisual systems, production infrastructure, and equipment resources supporting SCMS instructional and creative spaces. The remaining effort beyond teaching is dedicated to technical coordination, AV system management, equipment oversight, and support of shared production environments, including limited collaboration with Theatre and Dance.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in film and media studies and/or digital film production, including proficiency with digital cinema cameras, audio recording systems, lighting and grip equipment, and post-production workflows, alongside strong technical troubleshooting and coordination skills.

Further information about the Department can be found at: www.fau.edu/scms

Summary of Responsibilities

1. Instructional Responsibilities
• Teach a minimum of two (2) undergraduate and/or graduate-level film and media courses per semester (Fall/Spring), with potential summer teaching based on program need and budgetary approval.
• Courses may include film/media studies, digital film production, cinematography, audio production, lighting design, post-production, or media technology.
• Maintain currency in emerging production technologies and industry standards.
• Mentor students in hands-on studio and field production environments.
• Support SCMS experiential learning initiatives.

2. Technical & Coordination Responsibilities
• Coordinate installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of audiovisual (AV) systems in classrooms, studios, media labs, screening rooms/theaters, projection booths, and production spaces.
• Oversee and maintain digital film production equipment, including cameras, lenses, audio recorders, microphones, lighting kits, grip equipment, and editing workstations.
• Perform installation, configuration, and replacement of equipment and technological resources.
• Implement and document system test plans during AV installations.
• Manage and coordinate external AV vendors to ensure system specifications and performance standards are met.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for AV and production systems.
• Troubleshoot PC and Mac-based production systems and software.
• Interpret and follow signal flow diagrams.
• Terminate cables in the field (Category cable, SDI; soldering preferred).
• Organize and maintain equipment inventory systems using platforms such as Excel, Snipe-IT, Asset Tiger, or similar tools.
• Enforce equipment usage policies and best practices.
• Manage equipment and technological resource assets for students, staff, and faculty.
• Collaborate with Theatre and Dance on live and studio production environments as needed.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
 

Minimum Qualifications:

- Earned Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Film, Media, Digital Media, Communication, or a closely related field by August 2026.
- Demonstrated experience in digital film/media production, audiovisual systems, or related technical environments.


Preferred Qualifications:
- Teaching experience at the college or university level.
- Record of creative work, publication, or exhibition in film, media, or related fields.
- Strong technical competency with digital cinema cameras, professional audio systems, lighting and grip equipment, and nonlinear editing platforms (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro).
- Experience with AV system installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of LED display technologies, virtual production, or immersive media environments.
- Experience supporting live production environments.
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines including Theatre and Dance, Visual Arts, Architecture, Computer Science, and Engineering.
- Additional skills in areas such as 3D printing, motion capture, virtual production, or procedural audio are desirable.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

School of Communication and Multimedia Studies

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2026-04-13

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following:
• Cover letter that includes details about the applicant's research and teaching experience
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy (500 words)
• Contact information for three references
• Incomplete applications will not be considered

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711