Assistant Teaching Professor

University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Assistant Teaching Professor
Working Title: Sound & Video Production for Film & TV
FTE: 1.0
Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000
Position #00672563 - Requisition #38426

About the University of Colorado - Denver
Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We're the state's premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners-at any stage of their life and career-for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.

Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

At the College of Arts & Media (CAM), we empower a diverse community of makers, scholars, and innovators to thrive in the rapidly evolving creative industries. Through a dynamic blend of critical inquiry, creative exploration, and real-world engagement, CAM prepares students for lives filled with opportunity, meaning, and purpose. Rooted in community and driven by a spirit of intellectual and artistic freedom, CAM embraces risk-takers, visionaries, and cultural disruptors by providing access to cutting-edge technology, global perspectives, and a nurturing environment where bold ideas flourish. CAM offers top-ranked degrees and programs in Film & Television, Media Forensics, Music & Entertainment, and Visual Arts.
The Film & Television department within the College of Arts & Media invites dynamic educators and creative professionals to apply to join our collaborative faculty team as a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor specializing in Sound & Video Production for Film & Television. This is an opportunity to inspire and empower tomorrow's filmmakers in the heart of Denver, working alongside innovative peers in a thriving urban arts scene.
Why join CU Denver CAM?
* Be part of a forward-looking, supportive faculty committed to excellence and innovation.
* Enjoy a culture that values your unique artistic and academic contributions.
* Teach within a nationally recognized program.
* Shape a vibrant program positioned at the crossroads of professional opportunity and creative experimentation, in a city alive with storytelling and artistic energy.

The Film & Television program offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film and Television. This BFA emphasis provides intensive, practical training that requires successful completion of numerous film/TV projects, ranging from fiction to documentary. The emphasis is designed for students to progress through the semesters as a cohort. Undergraduates will work on their own projects and assist with numerous group projects. Students graduate with both a theoretical and historical perspective, as well as hands-on experience in film and television production. This program prepares students to begin their careers at entry-level positions in the film or television industry, start their personal creative journey, or continue their studies in a graduate program. We believe in the power of transformative education, hands-on learning, and creative exploration. Our BFA program cultivates storytellers with a strong technical foundation and artistic vision, preparing graduates for immediate impact in the film, television, and media industries.

* Accolades: For the fourth consecutive year, CU Denver's Film & Television program has been named to MovieMaker Magazine's Top 30 Best Film Schools list. We are recognized for our hands-on, cohort-based curriculum, affordability, and strong industry connections.
* Career Pathways & Networking: Graduates are successful across multiple areas, including opportunities in Hollywood, independent film, commercial film, and post-production studios.

* Hands-on from Day One: The curriculum is sequence-based, allowing students to build on skillsets developed throughout their college career.

* Students building a High-Volume Portfolio: The curriculum is known for its rigor, as students often complete 20+ films/exercises on their portfolios by graduation. This indicates a highly engaged and active student body.

* Access to Professional Gear: The program's "film cage" provides students with access to industry-standard, professional-grade cameras, sound, lighting, and grip equipment.

* Only BFA Production Program in the Region: CU Denver is the only school in the region offering a BFA in production.

* Collaborative Cohort Culture: The program is built on a cohort-style curriculum in which students build strong bonds by working on each other's film sets, emphasizing collegiality and team-based teaching and learning.
* Integrated Acting Emphasis: The new Acting for the Screen BFA emphasis is fully integrated with the filmmaking students. This intentional structure means acting in student films is a part of their training, fostering essential on-set collaboration between filmmakers and actors.

We seek an individual with a passion for teaching and the ability to mentor and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment. The department is interested in growing the audio-post capabilities under the guidance of the new hire, as the departmental budget and priorities allow. The successful applicant will also contribute to a collaborative faculty culture and help shape the future of our growing program. The position will begin in August 2026.
If you're ready to inspire the next generation of media makers and enrich an inclusive academic community, we want to hear from you!

Assistant Teaching Professor
What you will do: 80% Teaching, 10% Creative/Research, 10% Service

As an Assistant Teaching Professor, your primary focus will be on inspiring and training the next cohort of filmmakers with practical, hands-on experience.
You'll guide students through real-world projects in sound and video production, helping them develop essential technical and artistic skills. You'll also teach a variety of core and advanced production related courses, mentor aspiring professionals, and contribute to shaping a program known for its collegiality, creative innovation, and commitment to student growth.

Teaching 80%
* Teaching Load: You will teach three classes per semester (9 credit hours), for a total of six per academic year (18 credit hours).

* Core Instruction: Your focus will include core production courses such as Sound for Film & TV (location and post-production), Lighting, Grip and Sound, and Introductory Production classes.

* Advanced Instruction: You may also have the expertise to teach advanced classes in areas such as Producing, The Business of Film, Editing, and Documentary Production.

* Program Development: You will guide the growth of the department's audio-post capabilities as our budget and priorities allow.

Creative/Research 10%
Maintain an active scholarly and/or creative work practice in sound and video production.

Service 10%
Engage in service activities to support the department, college, and university.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
* Degree/Experience: An MFA is the preferred degree but may be substituted with an MA, BFA, or BA and 3-5 years of significant industry experience.

* Audio Expertise: Proven experience in post-production audio on industry-level productions is required. This includes extensive knowledge of and experience with Adobe Audition and field sound recording.

* Production Expertise: Significant professional and production expertise in at least one of the following key areas: Producing, Cinematography, Editing, or another on-set role.

* Teaching: A proven track record of teaching and mentoring students at the college or university level.

* Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with professional production gear, including cameras and lighting equipment.

* Additional Software Skills: Must also be an experienced user of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Encoder.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
* Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
* Working knowledge of Pro Tools
* Familiarity with ADR and Voice Over

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Factual & Experiential Knowledge:
o Extensive knowledge and experience in post-production audio, specifically using Adobe Audition, and field sound recording.
o Significant professional and production expertise in one or more of the following areas: Producing, Cinematography, Editing, and on-set etiquette, including proficiency with professional cameras and lighting gear.
Skills
* Proficient Manipulation:
o Proficiency with professional production gear, including cameras and lighting equipment.
o Ability to use Adobe Audition and other related software for post-production audio.
o Teaching a range of courses, including but not limited to Sound for Film & TV, Lighting, Grip and Sound, and Introductory Production.
o Ability to teach advanced classes such as Producing, The Business of Film, Editing, and Documentary Production.
Abilities
* Observable Activities:
o Ability to mentor and inspire students in a dynamic learning environment.
o Ability to contribute to a collaborative faculty culture.
o The capacity to help shape the future of a growing program.
Talents
* Recurring Patterns:
o Striving (The 'Why'): A passion for teaching and a desire to mentor and inspire students.
o Thinking (The 'How'): The ability to weigh alternatives and apply creative and technical expertise to a teaching role.
o Relating (The 'Who'): The capacity to work effectively with colleagues and students in a collaborative environment.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu .

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $60,000 - $65,000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
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Application Deadline
* Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, and interviews begin. Preference will be given to complete applications received by January 15, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
* A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
* Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
* Five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. (We will notify you before contacting both on- and off-list references.)
* Link to IMBD page and/or list of previous and current projects.

Questions should be directed to Karen Ludington, karen.ludington@ucdenver.edu

Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.