Adjunct Faculty: Film and Narrative Arts

Overview

The film program, located within the Schwartz School of the Arts at Augsburg University, invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach undergraduate courses in 2026. This search will establish a pool of instructors for potential openings during Spring, Summer, or Fall 2026. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis throughout the year.

Course topics may include: film foundations, film production, editing with Adobe, cinematography, studio production, new media, animation, documentary, producing, film studies, and other courses within the narrative arts majors. Most classes are taught in-person on the Minneapolis campus; available courses vary by term and typically meet 2-3 days per week, with each course requiring approximately 12-15 hours per week over 15-16 weeks.

• Teach undergraduate courses in film and related topics as assigned for the 2026 term.
• Prepare and deliver course content, grade student work, and respond to student questions via email.
• Hold regularly scheduled office hours and communicate progress information to students and the course coordinator.
• Provide a course syllabus with calendar, textbooks, homework, sample activities and exams, and arrange shared office space as needed.
• Participate in in-person instruction and engage with a diverse student audience using active learning approaches.

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and significant professional experience; or PhD or MFA in Film, New Media or related field. At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: PhD or MFA in Film, New Media or related field; undergraduate teaching experience.

Applicants should demonstrate intercultural competency and a commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation. We value collaborations with media professionals to enhance student learning and professional development.

• Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284
• $5,800 to $6,175 per undergraduate course for the 2025-26 academic year
• Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Transit pass discount
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits

* Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate course with minimum enrollment.

Additional Information
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For full consideration, candidates must submit the following: cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, unofficial transcripts, and demonstrate availability and teaching preference. Your cover letter should highlight teaching experience, availability, and whether you prefer in-person or synchronous online teaching.

Augsburg University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, race, age, disability, religion, or other protected characteristics. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at  or hr.