Job Details

Classification Information
FLSA Exempt Rate Per Credit Hour $1496/credit hours
Position Information
Position Title Instructor of Film Production Department Name Film Studies Program Academic or Calendar Year School Name Position Overview
Rhode Island College's Film Studies Program is looking to grow its adjunct pool to staff future courses (Fall 2026 and beyond). We seek part-time instructors to teach upper-level courses in film production (Screenwriting and II, Topics in Film Production, Documentary Film Production, Animation). We welcome applicants across all areas of specialization, but are particularly interested in those who can teach sections of our Topics in Film Production course that focus on cinematography and lighting, as well as sections focused on areas of post-production work.
Essential Duties
* Teach 1 section (4 FLH) of either FILM 270: Screenwriting I, FILM 271: Screenwriting II, FILM 373: Topics in Film Production, FILM 375: Advanced documentary filmmaking, or FILM 377: Animation.
Occasional Duties
* Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Department Chair.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
* Experience providing instruction on the technical skills associated with the course topic, as well as instruction concerning professional development related to filmmaking.
Required Qualifications
* M.F.A. in screenwriting, animation, or film or digital media production.
Preferred Qualifications
* College teaching experience, active production history.
Environmental Conditions
Teaching/instruction is performed in a smart classroom setting.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number A00056 Benefits Eligible? No Number of Positions Available Multiple Anticipated Start Date or Semester Spring/Fall Semester 2026 Posting Date 09/29/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions/Information for Applicants