Grambling State University

Director, Film Studies Concentration

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DEPARTMENT:	Department of Mass Communication
QUALIFICATIONS:	A Ph.D. or ABD in Film Studies; or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) or M.A. in Film and Video Production, Telecommunication or Mass Communication with considerable professional experience in the areas of media production. Required areas of expertise include film history, digital media production, screenwriting and related areas. The ideal individual for the position should have significant professional production and proven teaching experience in screenwriting, cinematography, editing, audio production and post production, animation, and new media production.
RESPONSIBILITIES:	The successful candidate will be expected to: Assume responsibilty for the program's day-to-day administration, including faculty/staff recruitment, curriculum development, budgeting, scheduling of classes, supervision of laboratory facilities with the assistance of professional and support staff Supervise the program to achieve the goals and mission of the University Review the program curriculum and propose changes as appropriate to maintain program viability and currency Coordinate activities of support staff, consultants, and/or faculty engaged in the development and implementation of the new program Make scholarly contributions to the discipline Maintain a minimum number of majors to insure the continuation of the program Attend all University and College faculty meetings, convocations, commencements, and official functions of the University Complete all other tasks as assigned by the Department Head, Dean and the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs
SALARY:	Salary is competitive with excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION DETAILS:	Electronically submit (using MS Word) cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) letters of reference, and required applications to empapp@gram.edu. Official transcripts and Pre-employment Screening Forms (Criminal Background Check Forms) should be submitted under separate cover via regular mail to: Grambling State University Office of Human Resources GSU Box 4261 Grambling, LA 71245
DEADLINE:	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform applicants that we can employ only U. S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U. S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. Each finalist for a position is required to undergo a criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of the background check. GSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that provides facilities accessible to the disabled. Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the ADA should contact Grambling’s Office of Human Resources located in room #148 of Long Jones Hall or call (318) 274-2237. Posted 6/1/2009