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Assistant Teaching Professor, Media Arts

Position Summary:
The College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Media Arts to begin in August 2025. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in studio media, field production, post-production and audio production including podcasting. Area of specialty is open with preference for a skilled artist in audio and video production with knowledge of the implications and applications of generative AI. The successful candidate will teach primarily in the Digital Media program while supporting other related programs in the School of Communication and the Arts, such as Journalism and the Master's in Strategic Communication. Collaboration with Gannon's nationally recognized radio station WERG and/or student newspaper The Gannon Knight is encouraged. We welcome candidates with digital artistic and communication interests who are passionate about teaching, colleagueship, and content creation. Candidates should have a commitment to excellence in teaching, creative scholarship, and mentorship of undergraduates.

The successful candidate will advise students and prepare them intellectually, professionally, and personally. Requirements include an earned Master's of Fine Arts or Ph.D. in Digital Media or a related field (completed by time of appointment), a mastery of the Adobe Creative suite software (Premiere, Audition, After Effects, and Photoshop), and demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education. Candidates must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.

Gannon University is a Catholic, Diocesan university dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Our faculty and staff prepare students to be global citizens through programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and professional specializations. Inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, we offer a comprehensive, values-centered learning experience that emphasizes faith, leadership, inclusiveness and social responsibility. Gannon is located in the heart of downtown Erie, Pennsylvania, along the shores of Lake Erie and close to businesses, organizations and government agencies that are active partners in experiential education. Erie is a major tourist destination boasting 11 beaches, a wide variety of seasonal activities, professional sports teams, a professional symphony, multiple venues for live theater and music, and many other entertainment options. Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Buffalo are within a two-hour drive. Gannon University seeks excellence through inclusiveness and invites members of underrepresented groups to apply. Gannon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about Gannon visit

Application Procedure: Submit a cover letter, CV, evidence of excellence in teaching, and the contact information for three professional references to . Review of applications will begin immediately and this position will remain open until filled. The finalist will be required to submit an original transcript from the institution awarding their terminal degree. References will not be contacted without permission from applicants.

Required Qualifications:
Education: An earned MFA or Ph.D. in Digital Media or a related field.

Demonstrated Mastery of Adobe Creative suite software: Premiere, Audition, After Effects, Photoshop.

University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its strong liberal arts foundation that supports exemplary professional education programs

Preferred Qualifications:

Location: Erie, Pa
Employment Status: Full Time
Department: Col.Humanities,Ed.&SocScience
Division: School of Communication & the Arts
Subdivision:

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About Gannon University

Founded in 1925, Gannon University is a four-year Catholic university committed to student-centered learning, with an emphasis on professional education integrated with faith-based, liberal-learning student outcomes. Gannon has strategic university-wide initiatives that focus on and bring its purpose to life: Transform lives by creating environments for extraordinary moments and everyday connections that inspire others to become their best selves. These initiatives have fostered an inclusive, welcoming community that many refer to as the Gannon family. Gannon University earned its first-ever Honor Roll status as a 2021 Great College to Work For, according to a new survey by The Great Colleges to Work For® program. It is one of 42 institutions across the country to earn Honor Roll distinction and was recognized in categories including Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging; Faculty Experience; Mission & Pride; and Professional Development. Gannon University was also ranked a top school in the nation by Wall Street Journal’s 2022 College Rankings, and ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges 2022.” Gannon University’s hom ... e campus is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, the state’s fourth-largest city and one of the busiest ports on the Great Lakes. Gannon University’s unique location in downtown Erie and exceptional learning environments on campus create a special atmosphere conducive to education, scholarship, research, service, and personal growth. Located right next door to Gannon's downtown campus are government agencies, hospitals, and local organizations and businesses that are active partners in helping Gannon students receive a hands-on education. The University's partnerships with downtown Erie neighborhoods, Erie County, and the Diocese of Erie strive to support the local community through numerous initiatives driven by students and employees. Just steps away from Gannon’s campus in the heart of the city, you will also find restaurants, tax-free shopping, minor league sports, as well as a vibrant entertainment and cultural scene, and seven miles of Lake Erie beaches close by. Only a two-hour drive from Cleveland, Ohio; Buffalo, New York; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Niagara Falls, Canada, Erie has small-town friendliness and big-city attractions. For more information, please visit gannon.edu to learn more about Gannon’s campuses and the many attractions and accommodations within the surrounding regions. Gannon University seeks excellence through inclusiveness and invites women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. Application Procedure: Submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of three professional references to Review of applications will begin immediately, and this position will remain open until filled. For more information about Gannon visit Gannon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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