Job Title: Adjunct Teaching – Theatre & Media Arts - TMA 384R Practicum
Posting End Date: June 1, 2026
*NOTE: Last day to apply is Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (MST)
Position Start Date: August 24, 2026
Required Degree: BA or BFA in film and/or visual media studies/production, or a closely related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience:
- Two-plus (2+) years of professional experience in storyboarding; one-plus (1+) years of university-teaching experience is preferred
- We are also interested in reviewing applications from candidates who have accomplished notable teaching outside of university settings
- Demonstrable understanding of and experience in storyboarding for live action Film, TV, and Media
- Knowledge of TV, Film, and Media sets best practices
- Understanding of storyboarding’s usage anywhere in the production workflow pipeline
- Understanding of similar usage in Animation also helpful
Duties/Expectations:
- Teach TMA 384 Practicum: Cinematic Skills - Storyboarding, Mondays 5-6:50PM
- We expect you to teach following a provided syllabus, but you may submit your own for consideration
- You will be expected to manage the classroom as well as the digital learning management system (Learning Suite, etc.) connected to the class
- We expect you to meet with students outside of classes as needed
Documents Required at the Time of Application:Please attach the following to your faculty application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below)
- Samples of Work
Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
