Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Producing in Film and Television AY 2026-202

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Producing in Film and Television AY 2026-2027 page is loaded## Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Producing in Film and Television AY 2026-2027locations : Westchester Campustime type : Full timeposted on : Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id : R13436The Department of Film and Television Production at Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Creative Producing. We seek a visionary creative producer with at least five years of sustained professional credits in recognized productions across film, television, independent, international, or emerging digital media. Candidates should demonstrate substantial practical experience, artistic accomplishment, and industry impact, grounded in the business and legal aspects of production, and a passion for storytelling and mentoring emerging filmmakers.This is a unique opportunity to join a top-ranked film school in Los Angeles and help shape the next generation of creative producers. The ideal candidate will bring both industry expertise and academic experience, with a demonstrated commitment to student-centered education.This appointment is a full-time, tenure-track position with competitive salary and benefits, to begin August 15, 2026.MFA or terminal degree in film production or a closely related field required. Interested applicants should have at least 1-2 years university level teaching experience, along with evidence of successful student mentoring.The selected candidate will guide students’ understanding of the processes of developing creative ideas into a finished project. They should also be able to demonstrate an understanding of the following : script / project development for various storytelling modes, pitching and pitch decks, budgeting / scheduling, legal and business affairs, creative leadership, and current knowledge of distribution markets and emerging media opportunities. Entrepreneurial skills should include finance and business development, marketing, distribution, crowd funding, and audience development. The candidate will mentor students in both classroom and project-based settings, fostering artistic growth and professional readiness.Selected candidate will teach from among established courses on the graduate and undergraduate level. They will act as an advisor to and may serve as the coordinator of the MFA Creative Producing Concentration or the undergraduate Creative Producing Concentration. The candidate will be expected to teach the required full time teaching load of three (3) courses per semester, continue creative work / scholarship, and provide service to the University. The candidate will be expected to contribute to curriculum development that reflects current industry practices and emerging trends.LMU's School of Film and Television is a top five film school located in the heart of Los Angeles with an additional state-of-the art facility located in Silicon Beach and a brand-new educational building on our Westchester campus. SFTV provides a comprehensive undergraduate and graduate education through small class sizes, creative collaboration, and access to all aspects of the entertainment industry. The Loyola Marymount University community is comprised of faculty, staff, and students from a wide range of culturally diverse backgrounds. Applicants should be experienced with and committed to working in this diverse population. LMU's Jesuit foundation enriches our educational community with a mission dedicated to the education of the whole person, the service of faith and the promotion of justice. LMU invites students to create lives full of meaning and purpose.The following application materials must be submitted through the link below. Please save all materials as a single PDF before you upload : * Cover letter : a one-page letter indicating which position you are applying for and outlining your qualifications for the job.* Resume / Curriculum Vitae : detailing your educational background, creative accomplishments, and work experiences, as well as any leadership and service experiences (e.g., academic, professional) that you believe are relevant to this position.* A statement of applicant’s Teaching Philosophy A teaching philosophy statement defines an applicant’s core beliefs about education, outlines their specific teaching methods and assessment strategies, and describes their goals for students and themselves within the context of the classroom. It should also include concrete examples from their teaching practice, a description of their professional values, and how they foster an inclusive learning environment.* Creative Work : Creative work samples and / or link to produced material with description of contributions.* References : Finalists will be asked to provide three confidential letters of reference and evidence of degree / certificates.Please apply via the LMU HR Jobs Portal. Application deadline is 1 / 5 / 2026. Review of applications will commence in January 2026. Questions regarding this position can be directed by emailing Professor Charles Swanson, Search Committee Chair at sftv-prod@lmu.edu.#HERC# #HEJ#Faculty RegularReasonable expected salary : $90,000.00*Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.*Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit for more information.)Founded in 1911, Loyola Marymount University is a Carnegie classified R2 institution rooted in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions. We are committed to fostering a diverse academic community rich in opportunity for intellectual engagement and real-world experience. We enroll an academically ambitious, multicultural, and socioeconomically diverse student body. We recruit, retain and support a diverse faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship and creativity. Our three campuses are rooted in the heart of Los Angeles, a global capital for arts and entertainment, innovation and technology, business and entrepreneurship.LMU is a unique and rewarding place to work. As you consider your employment opportunities with our institution, we encourage you to take the time to learn about the university community and how it distinguishes us from other places of employment. We are proud of the programs, benefits and services we provide our community. We strive to ensure an inclusive environment in all aspects of campus life that fosters a strong sense of trust and mutual respect.## EEO StatementLoyola Marymount University is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin (including language and language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age 40 or over, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal (including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section

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