Adjunct Faculty
- Media and Politics Seattle Film Institute
- 4.0 Seattle, WA Job Details Contract From $55.55 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Master's degree Communications Political Science Full Job Description Adjunct Faculty
- Media and Politics Seattle Film Institute 3210 16th Avenue W.
Seattle
WA 09119
Position Type:
Part-Time /
Adjunct Faculty Start Date:
Upcoming Quarter / Immediate Availability Preferred About Us Seattle Film Institute is a hands-on, student-centered film school offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs in filmmaking; screenwriting; acting; digital arts, animation & game design; and producing. We emphasize both artistic development and real-world professional practice within a collaborative creative environment. Position Overview We are seeking an engaging and dynamic Adjunct Faculty member in Media and Politics to teach undergraduate students in a creative arts environment. The ideal candidate can bring political communication, journalism, media analysis, and contemporary culture to life for aspiring filmmakers, writers, actors, and media creators. We are especially interested in instructors who can connect the course material to: storytelling and narrative framing persuasion and propaganda media spectacle public image construction documentary and political filmmaking social media ecosystems audience psychology and opinion formation the evolving relationship between technology, media, and democracy This course should feel alive, urgent, and deeply relevant to students entering today's media landscape. Course Description
SOCI-220
Media and Politics Media and Politics provides an overview of the media's role in American political life with a focus on the relationship between the media and government; changes to the media environment in the last two decades (Twitter! Fake news!); the process of news-making and how it shapes the content of political news; and the effects of the media on public opinion and voting behavior. Responsibilities Teach undergraduate-level Media and Politics courses. Develop engaging lectures, discussions, screenings, and assignments that connect political communication to contemporary media culture. Encourage critical analysis of news, social media, political messaging, and audience influence. Help students understand how narrative, editing, framing, and media construction shape public perception. Foster respectful discussion around complex and evolving political and media issues. Desired Qualifications Master's degree or higher in Media Studies, Political Science, Journalism, Communications, Sociology, or related field. College-level teaching experience preferred. Strong understanding of contemporary media ecosystems and political communication. Ability to make complex social and political concepts accessible and compelling to creative students. Professional experience in journalism, documentary filmmaking, communications, media production, political media, or related fields is a plus. Ideal Candidate We are especially interested in instructors who can help students explore questions such as: How does media shape political reality? How are public figures "written," branded, and performed? What is the difference between information, persuasion, and propaganda? How do editing, framing, and algorithms influence public opinion? How has social media transformed politics, journalism, and civic discourse? Candidates who can balance intellectual rigor with lively discussion, contemporary relevance, and strong storytelling instincts are especially encouraged to apply. Compensation Competitive adjunct faculty compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications. Application Process Interested candidates should submit: Cover letter CV or résumé Brief statement of teaching philosophy (Optional) Sample syllabus, lesson plans, or teaching evaluations Apply through Indeed or send materials directly to
Pay:
From $55.55 per hour
Work Location:
In person
