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Title Information

Faculty TitleAssistant Professor

Job Class Code10031

FLSAExempt

Position Information

Posting NumberFRGV1878

Working TitleAssistant Professor of Technical Film Production/Assistant Professor in Practice of Technical Film Production, Department of Theatre

Number of Vacancies1

LocationRio Grande Valley, Texas

Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position

Tenure Status

FTE1

Scope of Job

The Theatre Department at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) seeks applications for an open rank ofAssistant Professor of Technical Film Production (tenure track) or Assistant Professor in Practice of Technical Film Production (non-tenure track)to start Fall 2026. The successful candidate will provide a solid technical production background for students seeking a BA in Theatre with a concentration in Film Production, teaching them the valuable skills needed to secure a working position in the film industry in the areas of production and postproduction.

The successful candidate will have a record of production/creative work that specifically illustrates expertise in film production. The teaching load includes teaching courses in our film and video editing and production and other courses in the film program, as assigned by the Department Chair. Depending on the successful candidate’s experience, they can create new courses in such areas as post-production, cinematography, and sound design for film.

About UTRGV :

UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of university discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. . The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.

Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.

UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit UTRGV website (https://www.utrgv.edu/index.htm) .

Department/College Background

The Theatre Department is in Edinburg, Texas, a semi-tropical, multicultural, small city within an hour and a half from South Padre Island. The Theatre department has eight faculty and three staff, including a production manager. Our NAST -accredited BA program ranges between 200 to 250 students. We are a Theatre BA program with four tracks: performance, design, education, and film production.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for Assistant Professor (must meet all of the following):

+ Terminal degree ( MFA , PhD) in Film Production or related field from an accredited institution.

+ University and/or professional experience in film production.

+ Demonstrated potential for high-level scholarly/artistic achievement.

+ Ability to collaborate with theatre and film faculty, including serving on department, college, and university committees.

Minimum Qualifications for Assistant Professor in Practice (must meet all the following):

+ Bachelor’s degree in film production or related field from an accredited institution.

+ Extensive professional experience equivalent to a terminal degree in film production.

+ Demonstrated potential for high-level scholarly/artistic achievement.

+ Ability to collaborate with theatre and film faculty, including serving on department, college, and university committees.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

+ Applicants will have a strong background in all forms of editing software, particularly Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Adobe Audition.

+ Applicants should be well versed in the basics of cinematography and editing productions to help create new technical film courses.

Preferred Qualifications

+ 3 years teaching experience at the college/ university level, professional experience in film industry.

+ Experience in all areas of post-production.

+ Professional credits and membership in professional organizations/unions.

License or Certification Required?No

SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and Experience

Desired Start Date09/01/2026

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Open Date10/01/2025

Close Date11/01/2025

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ) instead of TRS , subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email, and phone number. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ List of 3 References (list should include name, title, contact information)

+ Unofficial Transcripts (all levels – Once hired, official transcript are required)

+ Examples of Professional Work – Please provide an online video link(s) that includes at least two examples of film video editing/ postproduction work, not to exceed 30 minutes in total. Submissions should include applicant credit for editing/ postproduction in the credits. Video link examples for areas outside of postproduction/ editing can be included in addition but not in replacement and should not exceed the 30-minute time limit.

Please Note

Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to

demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based

test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of

English as a Foreign Language ( TOEFL ) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the

International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48797

Posting Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Unofficial Transcripts

+ Other Document

+ List of 3 References

+ Additional Document

Optional Documents

+ Resume

+ Teaching Philosophy

+ Writing / Publication Sample

+ Reference Letter 1

+ Reference Letter 2

+ Reference Letter 3

+ Multi Media

+ Certifications and Licenses

+ Training Certificates

+ Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

+ Unofficial Transcripts 2

+ Unofficial Transcripts 3

+ Letter of Interest

+ Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

+ Teaching Statement

+ Research Statement

+ NCCPA Certification

+ State Licensure

+ Representative Research Publication/Grant Documents