Tenure Track Position in Fiction and Documentary Directing and Editing (Toronto Metropolitan Un[...]

Job Posting: Tenure Track Position in Fiction and Documentary Directing and Editing (Toronto Metropolitan University)

Toronto Metropolitan University – School of Image Arts

Located in downtown Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in Canada and on the territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples, the School of Image Arts in the Creative School at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, subject to final budgetary approval. The normal start date for this position is July 1, 2024. Candidates who need to be considered for a later start date may also be considered.

The successful candidate will engage in a combination of teaching, scholarly research or creative activity and service duties while maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities.

The School of Image Arts is seeking an experienced content creator and storyteller in film with proven expertise in directing and editing in both fiction and documentary. The role is ideal for candidates actively engaged in the film industry, committed to sharing their knowledge with the next generation of filmmakers and mentoring beyond the classroom to assist students in entering the Canadian film industry.

Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the School of Image Arts’ curriculum, the successful candidate will teach in both the School of Image Arts and the RTA School of Media. The position also includes curriculum development across undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will pursue a strong, innovative research program or creative activity that is externally funded and that produces cutting-edge, high-quality results.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree (MFA, or equivalent) in a related field with relevant professional experience and will have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to experiential learning. In addition, the successful candidate must present evidence of the following:

• extensive experience directing and editing fiction and documentary film, television, streaming, and/or emerging media;
• significant professional experience and background in story development for documentary and narrative scripted productions;
• leadership experience in film production or in related organizations and institutions;
• professional experience in editing and post production management and industry standard workflows;
• deep connections with the Canadian and international film industries, with a record of active engagement with the film industry and professional organizations;
• strong emerging scholarly research and/or creative activity that is current, innovative and impactful as evidenced by, but not limited to, peer-reviewed publications, presentations at academic conferences, community and professional work, grants, research related awards and creative production that contributes to the visibility and prominence of the discipline;
• an ability to serve as a mentor and professional liaison for students;
• evidence of high-quality teaching, demonstrated ability to teach a range of core film editing and production courses as well as courses related to the production of documentary and fiction narrative student films;
• commitment to our values of equity, diversity, and inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly research or creative activities, including a demonstrated ability to make learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population; and
• an ability and willingness to contribute to collegial service, leadership and a desire to help shape the future direction of the School.

The School of Image Arts offers undergraduate and graduate (Master’s) programs to students of diverse backgrounds. The School’s professionally-focused undergraduate curriculum supports programs in Photography and Film and it is recognized as a national and international centre for creative innovation in the study, production, exhibition, and research of film, photography and digital arts. Its innovative graduate programs include the MFA in Documentary Media, the MA in Film + Photographic Preservation and Collections Management and an interdisciplinary program in Scriptwriting and Story Design (MFA).

The School of Image Arts is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, and to the development of an increasingly diversified faculty. The School strongly encourages applications from candidates who self-identify as Black, racialized (also referred to as visible or racial minorities), First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples and Indigenous Peoples of North America, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Further, all candidates are encouraged to provide details of how their lived experiences inform their work.

Applicants must submit their application online through the portal by clicking on “Start Application Process” to begin. Applications, consisting of the following, must be received by March 29, 2024. The position will remain open until filled:

• a letter of application;
• a statement of research interests;
• a teaching dossier and results of teaching evaluations;
• names and contact information of three individuals who may be contacted for references;
• a one-page statement on past, current and/or planned contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) such as, but not limited to: research/teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented groups; inclusive pedagogies; public engagement activities that reach out to marginalized communities; mentoring students from underrepresented groups.

Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations.

Contacts

Any confidential inquiries about the opportunity can be directed to Blake Fitzpatrick, the Department Hiring Committee Chair at: bfitzpatrick@torontomu.ca.