Assistant professor

Assistant Professor, Film

Location: Manhattan Center for Creative Writing & Film, NY and Stony Brook, NY
Open Date: Oct 06, 2025
Deadline: Dec 01, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description
Lichtenstein Center/Department of Creative Writing, Film & Television at Stony Brook University seeks to hire an innovative tenure-track Assistant Professor of Film, with specializations in screenwriting, directing, or producing/physical production. Candidates must be passionate about independent filmmaking. They should have a strong record of one or two of the following: screenwriting and TV writing, directing, or producing; at least one produced feature film or optioned screenplay or pilot. They should hold an M.F.A. in Film or Video or the equivalent, such as a B.A. with an exceptionally strong record of produced films or pilots, or a PhD with produced films or pilots. They should have evidence of successful teaching. Candidates will be expected to maintain an active professional practice, engage with the industry, and stay current with the world of independent film and television production.

This position carries a 2/2 teaching load as well as graduate and undergraduate thesis direction on two of three campuses, located within two hours' commute of each other (Manhattan & Stony Brook). Film is an independent, entrepreneurial, innovative, team-based core program within a department that also offers an M.F.A.and B.F.A. in Creative Writing. Our educational partner is Killer Films, the independent film production company. Early career, microbudget, filmmakers of color, LGBTQ+, as well as other diverse voices are strongly encouraged to apply.

The deadline is December 1, 2025. The term of appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2026. If you have questions, please direct them to the search chair, Magdalene Brandeis, [email protected]

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have one produced feature film and/or pilot, evidence of successful teaching, and an M.F.A. (foreign equivalent or higher) in Film or Video or the equivalent, such as a B.A. (foreign equivalent or higher) with an exceptionally strong record of produced films or pilots, or a PhD (or foreign equivalent) with produced films or pilots.

Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom. Interest and/or experience in teaching culturally diverse curricula. Interest in microbudget and independent filmmaking. Experience with digital and post production, including familiarity with some of the following equipment: Red Epic, Canon C-line, and Adobe Premiere also a plus. As is field sound recording, sound mixing and design and color.

• If Screenwriter, knowledge of TV Writing forms
• If Director, experience with teaching physical production
• If Producer, ability to teach physical production

Application Instructions
To apply, visit .

Requested Application Materials:

1. State employment application (in Interfolio)
2. Cover letter
3. C.V.
4. Teaching statement that includes how your professional experiences have prepared you to contribut to an academic community that values excellence, innovation, fairness and access.
5. ***Links to produced work
6. Contact information for three references

All application materials must be submitted online through Interfolio.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request . It can also be viewed online at the University Police website at .

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information,veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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