Assistant Professor of Media, Art & Design / Sc...

Overview: The Department of Media, Art and Design at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking a 9-month, full-time, benefit-eligible, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in fiction screenwriting. The successful candidate will teach primarily undergraduate courses in screenwriting, maintain an active creative practice in fiction screenwriting, and participate in service to the department, school, and university. Responsibilities: * Teach undergraduate introductory courses in short-form screenwriting and advanced courses in feature screenwriting * Teach and mentor graduate students in the screenwriting track within the interdisciplinary Creative Writing and Media Arts M.F.A. program * Develop and teach new Topics in Screenwriting courses * Maintain an active creative practice in fiction screenwriting * Participate in service to the department, school, and university Qualifications: * An M.F.A. or Ph.D. in screenwriting or a related field by August 1, 2026 is required * Three years of experience teaching screenwriting at the college level is preferred * A record of artistic achievement specific to screenwriting, such as recognition in juried competitions, optioned screenplays, or produced screenplays that have screened theatrically, on streaming platforms, or in other selective venues Benefits: This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website