Assistant/Associate Professor of Media Production, Management, and Technology (Tenure-Track)

Assistant/Associate Professor of Media Production, Management, and Technology (Tenure-Track) Job No: 538530 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Education/Training/Instructional Design Department: 23050000 - CJC-INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Job Description Classification Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Media Production, Management, and Technology (Tenure-Track)Job Description: The Department of Media Production, Management, and Technology (MPMT) in the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications seeks to hire a nine-month tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor with a demonstrated record of creative production to begin Fall 2026. The MPMT department is unique within the college and the university, recognizing the critical importance of creative tenure tracks where creativity and artistic output are valued as highly as traditional scholarly research. We seek a dynamic scholar-practitioner whose creative output advances storytelling through innovative media formats. This role emphasizes tenure based on a robust portfolio of creative work—such as films, documentaries, series, or interactive projects—alongside teaching and service contributions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in creative production that engages audiences in meaningful ways. Areas of expertise may include traditional filmmaking, documentary filmmaking, new media arts, emerging technologies such as augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR), streaming series development and production, or hybrid formats that blend narrative with interactive elements. We value candidates who push boundaries in media innovation, fostering content that addresses contemporary social issues, cultural narratives, or technological disruptions. Tenure evaluation will prioritize impactful creative scholarship, evidenced by screenings at prestigious film festivals (e.g., Sundance, Tribeca, SXSW, Cannes, Berlin, Toronto, Venice, Slamdance, Atlanta, Seattle, Austin, or Florida), awards in the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) Festival of Media Arts, screenings or presentations at the University Film and Video Association (UFVA) conference, OTT distribution of creative work with platforms such as DUST, Omeleto, Short of the Week, or other niche streaming outlets, recognition in branded entertainment awards (e.g., Cannes Lions Entertainment, Tribeca X, or Brand Film Awards), publications in creative outlets, peer-reviewed exhibitions, grants from bodies like the National Endowment for the Arts, or collaborations with industry leaders such as Netflix, Hulu, or emerging OTT platforms. Responsibilities Include:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in media production (for example filmmaking techniques; camera and lens systems; documentary storytelling; VR/AR production; streaming content creation; mentoring students in hands-on projects; supervising capstone productions)
  
  • Teaching undergraduate courses in media production (for example filmmaking techniques; camera and lens systems; documentary storytelling; VR/AR production; streaming content creation; mentoring students in hands-on projects; supervising capstone productions) [SK1] and integrating emerging technologies into the curriculum.
  • Graduate teaching candidates are expected to maintain an active agenda of original creative work, secure external funding, and disseminate outputs through festivals, broadcasts, online platforms, or academic conferences.
  • Service duties include department and college committees, advising student media organizations, and contributing to college initiatives and other duties as assigned.
  About the Department of Media Production, Management, & Technology
  The Department of Media Production, Management, and Technology is one of the premier programs in offering courses related to mass media and emerging media. Our curriculum prepares students for the media industry through two specializations: Digital Film and Video Production, and Media Management and Technology. The department has about 500 student majors and 16 full-time faculty. Students from the department pursue careers in film production, TV program production, social media management, brand management, consumer analysis, UI/UX design, and digital marketing, among others.
  About the College of Journalism and Communications
  We are recognized as a national leader in communication scholarship and professional skills development. Be part of an ambitious, progressive, and collaborative program at one of the top public research universities in the United States.
  Accredited by ACEJMC, the college has earned its reputation for excellence over the last half-century on the strength of its programs, faculty, students, and alumni; the stories they tell; and the difference they make around the world. With over 70 full-time faculty members and 175 part- time instructors serving in four academic departments— Advertising; Journalism; Media Production, Management, and Technology; and Public Relations —we enrolled about 2,500 undergraduates both in-person and online. Additionally, more than 700 graduate students are earning master's and doctoral degrees.
  The College of Journalism and Communications offers multiple research and teaching environments, including the Atlas Lab for social media listening; the Consortium on Trust in Media and Technology; the STEM Translational Communication Center; the Center for Public Interest Communications; the Media, Effects, and Technology Lab; the Institute for Public Relations; The Agency, a full- service student-run advertising and public relations agency; the Innovation News Center; Division of Media Properties; and more. The College is highly involved in UF's AI Initiative.
  About the University of Florida
  Our university ranked in the top 6 among public universities, in the top 28 overall, and as the number 1 in online undergraduate programs by the 2024 U.S. News and World Report. UF continues to expand its faculty ranks and the impact of its research and curriculum. UF faculty members annually generate more than $1 billion in research expenditures, with a comprehensive long-term AI initiative () and access to state-of-the-art infrastructure, including one of the most powerful supercomputers in the U.S.
  The University of Florida is a member of the Association of American Universities and is categorized in the Carnegie Commission's top tier of research universities. UF has a student body of more than 60,000 who come from all 50 states in the United States and more than 100 countries. The university and greater Gainesville communities enjoy a number of different cultural events, restaurants, year- round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.
  The University of Florida is situated in north-central Florida, a region renowned for its abundant natural beauty. Gainesville is within a two-hour drive of Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico.
  About Gainesville
  As home to Florida's largest and oldest university, Gainesville ( ()) is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville and the surrounding area is home to about 250,000 people, a robust arts community, several museums, a world-class health care system anchored at UF, a downtown core known for its restaurants and brew pubs, excellent public and private schools, and abundant nature exemplified by clear, natural springs. Additionally, within 2 hours are attractions such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, and historic St. Augustine. Explore Gainesville in 60 Seconds. ( v=e_7nUKAFanM)
  UF Benefits
  At the University of Florida, you will not only find competitive salaries, but you'll enjoy elevated benefits and leave options, tuition assistance programs, and stability and support with opportunities for advancement and career growth that only UF can offer. To view the university's Total Reward benefit package, please click here, .
  Expected Salary:
  Commensurate with experience and education
  Minimum Requirements:
  
• A terminal degree (MFA, Ph.D., or equivalent) in film, media production, or a related field by August 2026.
  
• A strong record of creative achievement, such as films, documentaries, programming, or VR experiences.
  
• Prior teaching experience with demonstrated ability to inspire students.
  
• Technical proficiency in production software (e.g., Adobe Suite, AVID, Unreal Engine or other)
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
  • Industry experience in producing and or directing features, docs, OTT streaming series, or interactive entertainment.
  • Festival recognition. (mid-major/major)
  • Industry awards.
  • University-level teaching awards
  • Teaching experience at AAU institutions — AAU (Association of American Universities)
  • The assistant professor candidate should demonstrate their potential in building a national and/or international reputation. The associate professor candidate should demonstrate they are building a national and/or international reputation
  Special Instructions to Applicants:
  
  • Applications must be submitted online via the UF Careers portal at .
  • Submit: cover letter (be creative in explaining how your unique talents, creative vision, and professional experiences will advance MPMT's mission of valuing creative output as scholarship, enhance our curriculum, and benefit our students);
  • Curriculum vitae; portfolio links or samples of creative work (e.g., reels, scripts, VR demos).
  • Teaching statement; evidence of teaching effectiveness.
  • Contact information for three professional references (name, email addresses, and phone number)
  Review of applications begins February 27, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. For inquiries, contact Search Committee Chair Timothy Sorel at [email protected] .
  Health Assessment Required:
  No
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  Our Commitment:
  The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
  Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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