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Art Director

New York, NY · On-site

$132K - $138K/yr

The Art Director will lead projects and teams to develop and build concepts, presentations ... Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects & Premiere • Proficiency in Final Cut & Cinema 4D (or ...

Art Director

New York, NY

$132K - $138K/yr

The Art Director will lead projects and teams to develop and build concepts, presentations ... Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects & Premiere Proficiency in Final Cut & Cinema 4D (or another ...

Art Director, Motion Design

$123K - $130K/yr

... via Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar is a strong plus, not a requirement) * Art direct across the ... board not just video shoots and productions, but the broader creative execution of the team. This ...

Knowledge of beauty and fashion photography and cinema is a strong asset * Strong graphic design ... art direction experience, with significant time in beauty, fashion or lifestyle brands * Proven ...

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... keep our art team fueled and inspired. To excel at this position you must be well versed and ... Bonus: · 3D Design Skills (Cinema 4D or other equivalent) · Ui Design Experience · HTML/CSS ...

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How much do art cinema jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for art cinema in the United States is $69,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working in an art cinema, and how can they be addressed?

Staff in art cinemas often encounter challenges such as managing limited resources, curating diverse film selections, and engaging niche audiences. Balancing artistic programming with financial sustainability can be demanding, especially when competing with mainstream cinemas. To address these issues, team members typically collaborate closely, communicate regularly about programming decisions, and develop creative outreach strategies to build strong community connections and loyal patrons.

What is an art cinema?

An art cinema is a movie theater that specializes in showing independent, foreign, or experimental films, rather than mainstream Hollywood blockbusters. These cinemas often focus on films with artistic, cultural, or intellectual value, providing audiences with unique and thought-provoking experiences. Art cinemas may also host film festivals, director Q&As, and retrospectives to engage cinephiles and promote film as an art form.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Art Cinema Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Art Cinema Manager, you need a background in film studies, arts administration, or business management, along with experience in cinema operations. Familiarity with ticketing software, digital projection systems, and event management tools is typically required. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills help in curating film programs, managing staff, and engaging with diverse audiences. These abilities ensure the smooth operation of the cinema, create memorable cultural experiences, and contribute to the venue's financial and artistic success.

What is the difference between Art Cinema vs Film Curator?

AspectArt CinemaFilm Curator
Required CredentialsFilm studies, arts or cinema-related degreesFilm studies, arts management, or related degrees
Work EnvironmentMovie theaters, arts centers, film festivalsMuseums, film archives, arts organizations
Industry UsageOperating cinemas focused on artistic filmsSelecting and organizing films for exhibitions
Common Search IntentUnderstanding cinema types and venuesCurating film collections and programs

While both roles involve a passion for films, an Art Cinema primarily refers to a type of movie theater or venue that screens artistic, independent, or foreign films. A Film Curator, on the other hand, is a professional responsible for selecting, organizing, and managing film programs or exhibitions. The two are related but distinct: Art Cinemas are venues, whereas Film Curators are individuals who shape the content shown in such venues.

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Infographic showing various Art Cinema job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,553 per year, or $33.4 per hour.

Art and Art History Lecturer Pool - Digital Media Art

California State University

San Jose, CA

$8.5K - $10K/mo

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Art and Art History Lecturer Pool - Digital Media Art

Apply now Job no: 532970
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San Jose
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Letters/Humanities, Temporary, Part Time

Department Summary
The Department of Art and Art History, established in 1911, offers BA, BFA, MA, and MFA degrees and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). Here's what we offer to prospective students: award-winning faculty and an outstanding technical and administrative staff; a 'best-in-the-west' combination of facilities for creating, exhibiting, and researching art across various media; a commitment to fostering creative and critical thinking; opportunities to innovate across different media; and a friendly and supportive community.
The Digital Media Art (DMA) program at San Jose State University offers a digital art and design curriculum in the areas of computer graphics, web development, programming, physical computing, fabrication, prototyping, interactivity, and computer games. The program seeks lecturers for studio art courses with expertise in digital media art, including:

  • Raster and vector graphics for web, print, and broadcast
  • Web development in HTML 5/ CSS, and JavaScript
  • 2D/3D motion graphics and compositing in After Effects
  • 3D modeling and animation in Autodesk Maya and/ or Cinema 4D
  • 3D printing using a wide range of commercial 3D printers
  • Digital video production, editing, compositing, and basic sound design
  • Knowledge of historical and theoretical foundations of digital art and new media

Brief Description of Duties

  • Candidates will teach one or more studio courses in the Digital Media Art (DMA) Program Area with a specific focus on teaching software and hardware for 3D modeling and printing, in addition to digital video.
  • Studio courses meet in a lab environment for 3 hours twice a week.
  • Participation in departmental meetings and assessment and evaluation activities is a requirement of this position.
  • The ideal candidate will encourage critical thinking and iterative concept development within class assignments.
  • Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration with peers working in all programs within the Department of Art and Art History is an asset since the Department of Art and Art History is a dynamic department that encourages cross-disciplinary practice.
  • Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity-including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation-through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.
  • Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
  • All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid)

Required Qualifications
Master of Fine Arts Degree in Digital Media Art or related field; a clear demonstration of artistic and/or scholarly achievement, as evidenced by a record of exhibitions, publications, or curatorial projects; teaching experience at the university level; a significant portfolio of creative work with research interests in emerging areas of artistic practice and theory; demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching, and other comparable experience.
Compensation
Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2.

Anticipated starting salary:

L-A / Range 2 - $5507 - $5959
L-B / Range 3 - $6221 - $7481
L-C / Range 4 - $6825 - $9431
L-D / Range 5 - $8593 - $10347

Range salaries above are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full-time AY faculty--part-time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full-time AY annual salary = rate x 12). See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of teaching interests/philosophy
  • Contact information for three references
  • Images representing 10 examples of candidate's original work (or URL of portfolio site)
  • Some examples of candidate's own published writing (optional)

SJSU accepts applications on an ongoing basis for our pool of temporary lecturers.
Employment Conditions
Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding CSA designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu. The President may recommend or require compliance with safety measures that decrease the likelihood of COVID-19 transmission or illness and allows the core mission and activities of the campus to continue.
Conditional Offer
The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.
San Jose State University: Silicon Valley's Public University
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley-one of the most innovative and diverse regions in the world-San Jose State University is the founding campus of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system and the first public university in the West. Recognized as a national leader in transformative higher education, San Jose State University is an essential contributor to the economic, cultural, and social development of Silicon Valley, the Bay Area, and California. SJSU ranks high nationally in research funding and is second highest in research productivity in the CSU system. Cutting-edge research, combined with world-class scholarship, student-centered learning opportunities, and experiential and interdisciplinary programs, allows SJSU to provide transformative opportunities that advance the public good locally and globally.

San Jose State enrolls more than 36,000 students - many are historically underserved, and around 45% are first-generation and 38% are Pell-recipients. SJSU is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) Serving Institution. The university's commitment to social justice extends from its vibrant, inclusive campus to an international network of over 275,000 alumni. As such, San Jose State is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students, and community can benefit from different and divergent cultural and identity perspectives.
Equal Employment Statement
San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San Jose State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Note that all San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San Jose State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu.

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