Overview: The School of Film & Television at MIT-ADTU, a National Film Award-winning institution, invites applications for a Assistant Professor level position specializing in Cinematography. The ideal candidate will contribute to academic excellence, innovative research, and industry engagement, mentoring students to excel in professional filmmaking.Key Responsibilities: 1)Teaching & Curriculum: - Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Cinematography, Camera Techniques, Lighting, and Visual Storytelling. - Develop and update course content reflecting current industry practices and emerging technologies. - Supervise student projects, theses, and internships related to cinematography.2)Research & Creative Practice: - Lead active research and creative projects in cinematography, including digital and virtual production techniques. - Publish research, present at conferences, and contribute to media productions. - Explore innovative visual storytelling methods and emerging cinematographic technologies.3)Industry & Community Engagement: - Collaborate with industry partners, film festivals, and media organizations. - Participate in academic committees, workshops, and seminars. - Keep abreast of the latest trends and tools in cinematography and film production.4)Institutional & Student Development: - Contribute to departmental initiatives and curriculum enhancement. - Mentor students and junior faculty. - Promote the film program through outreach and industry networking.Qualifications: - Master’s degree in Cinematography or FTII/SRFTI Cinema Diploma or equivalent. - Proven professional cinematography experience with a strong portfolio (films, commercials, music videos). - Prior teaching experience at the university level or equivalent. - Extensive knowledge of camera systems, lighting, color grading, and post-production workflows. - Familiarity with digital filmmaking, virtual production, and emerging visual techniques. - Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary academic environment.Preferred Qualifications: - Industry recognition or awards. - Experience with VR, AR, or immersive media. - Curriculum development and academic administrative experience. - Publications or presentations in reputable film/media journals or conferences.Application: Interested candidates should submit the below tohr.resume@and mention Subject:Application for Assistant Professor (Cinematography) : - A cover letter detailing teaching philosophy, research interests, and professional background. - An updated CV with portfolio links or recent work samples. - A statement on diversity and inclusion contributions. - Contact information for at least two references.
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Assistant Professor - Cinematography