What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor of Film and Media Studies (Video Production) position at Inside Higher Ed?
The Department of Film and Media Studies at Smith College invites applications for a two-year, benefits eligible position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2026. Teaching responsibilities for this position may include introductory and advanced video production courses, screenwriting, and other production courses in the candidate’s field of specialization.
We seek candidates with an active creative practice in film/video, college-level teaching experience, and a strong command of video production equipment and software. The successful candidate will offer three courses per year and will oversee the department’s video production equipment inventory and facilities, with student worker support (VAPs at Smith normally teach five courses per year; this position provides two course releases as compensation for equipment, facilities, and student worker management). Candidates should have a strong foundation in either documentary or narrative production, and candidates with experience in equipment and facility management are especially encouraged to apply. MFA in Media Production or a relevant field, is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in Film and Media Studies are encouraged to apply.
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest historically women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll within the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Film and Media Studies may be found at https://www.smith.edu/academics/departments-programs-courses/film-media-studies
As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.
Application Instructions
Submit application at https://apply.interfolio.com/181805 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, equity and inclusion statement and contact information for three confidential references. Semi-finalists may be asked for additional materials. Review of applications will begin on March 16, 2026.
We seek candidates with an active creative practice in film/video, college-level teaching experience, and a strong command of video production equipment and software. The successful candidate will offer three courses per year and will oversee the department’s video production equipment inventory and facilities, with student worker support (VAPs at Smith normally teach five courses per year; this position provides two course releases as compensation for equipment, facilities, and student worker management). Candidates should have a strong foundation in either documentary or narrative production, and candidates with experience in equipment and facility management are especially encouraged to apply. MFA in Media Production or a relevant field, is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in Film and Media Studies are encouraged to apply.
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest historically women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll within the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Film and Media Studies may be found at https://www.smith.edu/academics/departments-programs-courses/film-media-studies
As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.
Application Instructions
Submit application at https://apply.interfolio.com/181805 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, equity and inclusion statement and contact information for three confidential references. Semi-finalists may be asked for additional materials. Review of applications will begin on March 16, 2026.