Filmmaking Tenure Track Faculty - Bremerton, WA

Description · Filmmaking Tenure Track Faculty · Salary: $81,176 - $112,865* annually · Department/Division: Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) · Supervisor: Interim Dean of SSH · Proposed Start Date: Fall Quarter 2026 (September) · Olympic College is currently recruiting for a ...

Job description

Description

Filmmaking Tenure Track Faculty

Salary: $81,176 - $112,865* annually

Department/Division: Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH)

Supervisor: Interim Dean of SSH

Proposed Start Date: Fall Quarter 2026 (September)

Olympic College is currently recruiting for a Filmmaking Tenure Track Faculty who can join Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) division. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position responsible for teaching film production, post-production, cinematography, and audio production and post-production courses within the Filmmaking program at Olympic College. The position includes instruction at both the Associate of Applied Science–Transfer (AAS-T) and Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) levels. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development, student advising, assessment, and shared governance, and will support a student-centered, equitable learning environment.

Essential Functions

• Teach a range of Filmmaking courses at the AAS-T and BAS levels, including film production, cinematography, post-production, and audio production/post-production.
• Deliver instruction in in-person, hybrid, and/or online modalities as assigned.
• Prepare syllabi, assignments, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with program and college learning outcomes.
• Assess student learning and maintain accurate academic records.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress and career pathways.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program review, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain office hours and provide timely communication with students.
• Participate in department, division, and college meetings, committees, and governance.
• Remain current with industry standards, technologies, and practices in filmmaking.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA degree in Filmmaking, Film Production, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Teaching experience at the college level OR significant professional experience with demonstrated instructional or mentoring capability.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years teaching experience at the college level.
• Experience teaching at both associate and baccalaureate levels.
• Community or technical college teaching experience.
• Professional experience across multiple areas of filmmaking, including production, post-production, cinematography, and audio.
• Knowledge of domestic and/or international film festival landscapes, including submission strategies, programming considerations, and exhibition pathways.
• Demonstrated ability to remain current with professional filmmaking equipment, emerging technologies, and evolving industry standards.
• Experience working on domestic and international film projects or collaborating with global partners, productions, or markets.
• Experience integrating industry-standard tools, workflows, and technologies into instruction.
• Experience and/or teaching certification with one or more editing platforms such as Adobe Premiere Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including first-generation college students and military-affiliated students.

Competencies and Skills

• Mastery of contemporary filmmaking practices and workflows.
• Knowledge of film festivals, distribution pathways, and professional exhibition practices.
• Ability to evaluate, select, and effectively teach with current and emerging filmmaking equipment and technologies.
• International, domestic, and regional perspectives on filmmaking practices and production contexts.
• Ability to design and deliver curriculum aligned with AAS-T and BAS-level outcomes.
• Commitment to culturally responsive and equitable teaching practices.
• Ability to engage and support students with varied experience levels.
• Ability to integrate accessibility and accommodations into instruction.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technologies and learning management systems.
• Commitment to the Olympic College mission and learning-centered climate.

Additional Information

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

This is a full-time faculty position contracted on an annual basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual contract days remaining in the academic year. The salary listed is a range based on per month for the quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load.

Full-Time Faculty qualify for the following benefits. Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, leave – sick/personal leave, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.

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Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - In your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

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