Visiting Lecturer in Filmmaking

Posting Details Posting Summary Classification Code UG44 Pay Grade 0 Subject to Drug/Alcohol Testing Guidelines No Subject to Credit Check No Internal Title Visiting Lecturer in Filmmaking Department Interdisciplinary Studies Position Type PFAC - Slotted Faculty Full or Part Time Full-Time Basis 9 mo. Job Details The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Lecturer in Filmmaking to begin Fall 2026. We seek a dynamic educator and practitioner to support our rapidly growing minor in Film & Production Studies--an interdisciplinary program combining hands-on production experience with the study of film history and critical analysis--while also contributing to the Edwards College's broader media and visual arts community through equipment oversight, collaborative initiatives, and event coordination. The standard teaching load is five courses per semester (5-5), with an expected course release of three courses per year for additional administrative duties (described below), making the effective teaching load 4-3 . Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in filmmaking and related areas. For AY 26-27, the teaching load will include a mix of introductory and upper-level courses:

FILM 190

The Art of Film (a general education "Core" class), FILM 101 Introduction to Film Studies, FILM 102 Introduction to Film Production, and

FILM 451

Special Topics in Film Production (exact topic determined by instructor, in consultation with the department Chair). In addition to teaching, the Visiting Lecturer of Filmmaking will:

• Oversee and maintain the Edwards College Video and Photography Equipment Library, ensuring student access to and training in the use of production gear. The library includes everything from camera kits (still and video) and tripods to lighting kits and audio equipment
• Organize the annual CCU Film Festival, a showcase of student work and community engagement
• Collaborate with faculty across departments (such as Music, Visual Arts, Theater, and Communication, Media, and Culture) to support interdisciplinary film initiatives and equipment needs
• Collaborate with community and state partners such as Visit Myrtle Beach and the South Carolina Film Commission.
• Mentor students producing short narrative and documentary films as part of the minor's experiential learning focus Required Qualifications
• Terminal degree in Filmmaking or a related field at time of appointment
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching
• Proficiency in digital filmmaking and editing
• Understanding of and experience with equipment ranging from cameras (lenses and bodies) to sound/audio and lighting Interested candidates should complete the online application and submit a letter of application describing interest in the position and relevant experience, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy outlining the candidate's approach to teaching filmmaking (and related areas) and mentoring students, copy of transcripts, Portfolio of creative work (provide links to a digital portfolio of filmmaking projects.

Each project should be clearly labeled with the candidate's role (e.g., director, cinematographer, editor) and contact information for at least three professional references electronically at: https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/121439 . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 12,000 students from 48 states and 53 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master's degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences. The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other "protected veteran," as defined by law. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer. Required Qualifications Must hold the appropriate terminal degree or meet the established alternative qualifications and exhibit strong potential for excellence in teaching. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Posting Detail Information Posting Number F00492P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/16/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 04/14/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/121439 Job Duties Job Duty Teaches students in the classroom, laboratory, and/or studio. Job Duty Prepares content, syllabi, and University Moodle/curricular site for each course and/or lab assigned each semester. Communicates to students after reviewing assignments. Calculates and assigns grades (e.g., mid-term and final) through established procedures listed in the Faculty Manual and University catalog. Tracks and reports absences as directed by the Office of the Registrar. Job Duty Posts and holds regular office hours each week per College and University guidelines. Engages in University-related activities including committee assignments, meetings, ceremonies, events and scholarly pursuits as prescribed in the Faculty Manual. Job Duty Performs other duties as assigned. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter / Letter of Application Transcripts Curriculum Vitae Portfolio Reference List Statement of Teaching Philosophy Optional Documents Other Document 1 Other Document 2 Other Document 3