Adjunct-Instructor, Film Studies

Overview

Category:
Adjunct-Part Time - Communication & Languages

Location:

Branchburg, NJ

Posted:
Jun 18, 2025

Closes:
Open Until Filled

Type:
Per Diem

.:
Film Studies

Salary Type:
Hourly

Salary Range: $1,143.00 - $1,174.00

Position

Raritan Valley Community College ranked by  and  as the #1 community college in New Jersey. The College serves Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses.

RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Raritan Valley Community College is seeking part-time instructors to teach Film Studies courses, particularly Film Technique and a Survey of American Film. These courses help students understand how American films reflect and shape culture, while also introducing them to movies as a powerful visual art form. Students explore various film genres, such as romantic comedies, Westerns, and film noir, and learn to analyze key elements of film language, including cinematography, editing, lighting, sound, and mise en scène.

• Have a strong background in film theory and history, especially American cinema
• Are comfortable teaching film analysis, genre studies, and visual storytelling
• Can guide students in thinking critically and writing clearly about what they watch

A master’s degree in Film, Media, Communication, or a related field is required. Prior teaching experience is needed; college-level teaching is preferred. We welcome applications from filmmakers who bring both subject expertise and a commitment to supporting student learning.

Master's Degree in Communication, Film, or Media Studies. Prior teaching experience required; college level preferred. Positions are located on the Main RVCC Campus unless otherwise noted.

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. To review eligible health, wellness and benefits offered, visit: https://-resources

For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.