Film Professor

The American University of Rome invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the program of Film, beginning Fall 2025.

• Teach undergraduate courses in film at all levels, specifically in the areas of non-fiction filmmaking, experimental filmmaking, sound for film, or screenwriting
• Carry a nominal course load of six courses (18 credits) per year
• Engage in service to the department and the university, for example, by contributing to program development and serving on committees
• Advise and mentor students, including advising senior capstone projects
• Collaborate with faculty and students on initiatives that enhance the academic and cultural environment of the university
• Continue to produce creative film work
• Experience with (and contacts in) the Italian/European film industry in order to interface our program and students with the local/European industry, including the various funding and distribution structures
• Experience in fund-raising or obtaining grants

• MFA or terminal degree in Film
• Knowledge and experience in writing, shooting, and editing film projects
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level
• Ability to mentor students
• A strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level in a small-class environment with active learning techniques
• Ability to contribute courses at the introductory level, core courses and electives in production and/or post-production
• A commitment to continual course and curriculum development and improvement
• Record of creative output
• Excellent oral and written English
• Working proficiency with Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve software

The American University of Rome (AUR) is a small, regionally accredited, internationally recognized liberal arts college offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs of the highest quality to students from all over the world. It is a first-choice university for degree students seeking an international learning experience through well-established programs and as a destination for study-abroad students. AUR prepares students to live and work across cultures as skilled and knowledgeable citizens of an interconnected and rapidly changing world.

Applications should be sent to include, in PDF format, a letter of application responding to the responsibilities and desired characteristics above and detailing relevant teaching and scholarly/creative experience; an up-to-date CV; a link to a portfolio of their work as links or documents; a portfolio of student work describing the context (class, project goals or outcomes); and the names of three references to be contacted should the candidate proceed to the interview stage. Include "HR 10_24 FILM" and the candidate's full name in the subject field.

First-round candidates will be interviewed remotely. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview in Rome.

The American University of Rome is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education. Candidates of all genders are welcome to apply.