Assistant Professor of AI Media Production and Creative Storytelling Woosong University |

Department of Global AI Media and Communication Arts Daejeon, South Korea Appointment:

Full-time, Assistant Professor (Non-tenure track)

Number of Positions:

Two Start Date:

March 1, 2027

Annual Salary:

KRW 50,000,000-70,000,000

before tax, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a higher salary.

Application Review:

Rolling review until both positions are filled. The Opportunity Woosong University invites applications for two Assistant Professor positions in the Department of Global AI Media and Communication Arts. We welcome applicants with experience in the media industry, media education, or AI media production who can help students connect creative practice with emerging technologies. Successful candidates will contribute to an English-taught program that brings together storytelling, audiovisual production, AI-enabled creative practices, and global media culture. These appointments offer an opportunity to contribute to AI-focused teaching while mentoring students in the development of their creative and technical capabilities. About the Department The Department of Global AI Media and Communication Arts combines hands-on media production with critical inquiry into global media and cultural industries. Its English-taught program develops students' abilities in storytelling and audiovisual production while exploring how media is created, distributed, and experienced across platforms. A distinctive focus on Hallyu—the Korean Wave—connects students' learning to Korea's film, television, music, and digital entertainment industries. Production projects, industry engagement, and SIMAfest, the department's annual student film festival, provide opportunities for students to develop and showcase their work. The department's AI-focused teaching connects these foundations with emerging approaches to generative media, creative production, and digital storytelling.

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Program Overview — English Department Website — Korean Facilities and Equipment Responsibilities Successful candidates will: Teach 15 credit hours per semester. Develop and update course materials to maintain academic rigor and relevance to current industry practice. Advise and mentor students on academic progress and career development. Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation activities. Participate in departmental and university committees, academic events, and student activities. Support the department and university through service activities. Perform other duties assigned by the department chair or dean. Required Qualifications An MFA or higher degree in Media Art or a related field. Experience meeting at least one of the following criteria: o At least five years of experience in the media industry or in media education; or o At least two years of experience in AI media production or in teaching AI media production. Demonstrated expertise in current media production practices and technologies. English proficiency sufficient for teaching and academic communication. Preferred Qualifications Ability to manage departmental production studios and computer labs. Potential Teaching Areas Teaching assignments may include the following courses, depending on departmental needs: Generative Media, Storytelling, and Production Introduction to Generative Media Arts AI-Driven Storytelling and Scriptwriting AI Video Synthesis and Creative Editing Algorithmic Sound and Virtual AI Audio Production AI-Enhanced Virtual Production and VFX AI Media Applications and Capstone Projects AI Media Capstone Design Practice Programming for AI Media Advanced AI Capstone Design Media Analytics and AI Audience Insights AI Media Entrepreneurship and Platform Strategy Media, Culture, and Directing Global Culture Industry Media and Cultural Studies Understanding Korean Wave Acting for Directing Final course assignments will be determined by departmental needs.

Compensation and Benefits Salary :

KRW 50,000,000-70,000,000

annually before tax, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a higher salary.

Housing :

Faculty housing provided, subject to availability.

Airfare :

Round-trip economy-class airfare reimbursement for international hires.

Settlement Allowance :

KRW 100,000

per day for up to 15 days of early arrival before the appointment start date.

Vacation :

20 paid working days per year.

Insurance and Pension :

National Health Insurance and Korea Teachers' Pension, with an employee pension contribution of approximately 9%. Publication Incentives Publication-based incentive payments are available in accordance with university policy. The following rates apply to single-author papers: Scopus-indexed journal:

KRW 5,000,000

per paper.

SCI-indexed journal:

KRW 5,000,000

per paper.

KCI-indexed journal:

KRW 3,000,000

for the first paper in a year and

KRW 2,000,000

for each subsequent paper, subject to a total annual cap of

KRW 7,000,000

for KCI publication incentives. For multi-author papers, payments are allocated proportionally in accordance with university policy. How to Apply Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until both positions are filled. Prepare your application documents. Before completing the online application form, prepare all documents listed under Application Documents below in English. Documents should be in PDF format, except for the photograph, which should be in JPG format. Complete the online application form. Use the Apply Now button to access and complete the form. Verify your application. Follow the instructions in the verification email sent by Adobe Acrobat to confirm your application. Submit your application documents. After completing the verification process, email your prepared documents to hr-support@live.wsu.ac.kr . Application Documents Curriculum vitae Cover letter Scanned copy of your passport Degree diplomas or graduation certificates: Copies for all degrees earned, including associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as applicable.

Official academic transcripts:

Transcripts for each degree listed above. Official employment verification letters or career certificates: Documents must be on official letterhead, state employment start and end dates, and bear an authorized signature.

Relevant professional certifications:

Certifications related to your field or specialization. Research publications from the past three years: Submit if applicable. Alien Registration Card (ARC): Submit a scanned copy only if you already hold one.

Passport-style photograph:

A digital file in JPG format. Additional Information Applicants may apply for only one position per recruitment cycle . If multiple applications are submitted, only the first submission will be reviewed. This recruitment is open only to foreign nationals. Korean nationals should refer to Woosong University's official website for domestic faculty recruitment opportunities.

Application Inquiries:

hr-support@live.wsu.ac.kr