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Film Criticism Jobs in Matawan, NJ (NOW HIRING)

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What is the difference between Film Criticism vs Film Journalism?

AspectFilm CriticismFilm Journalism
Primary FocusAnalyzing and evaluating films for audiencesReporting on film industry news and events
Work EnvironmentMagazines, newspapers, online platformsNews outlets, entertainment websites, TV
CredentialsOften requires film knowledge, writing skillsJournalism background, reporting skills
PurposeProvide critical insights and opinionsInform the public about industry updates

While both roles involve writing about films, film criticism focuses on evaluating and analyzing movies to guide audiences, whereas film journalism reports on industry news and events. Each serves a distinct purpose within the film industry and media landscape.

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Adjunct Instructor - Film/Media Studies

Adjunct Instructor - Film/Media Studies

Seton Hall University

Orange, NJ • On-site

$1.20K/wk

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Film/Media Studies
Job no: 494802
Full time/Part time: Part-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Faculty
The College of Human Development, Culture, and Media at Seton Hall University is seeking adjunct instructors for undergraduate, on campus, in person film/media studies courses in the Visual and Sound Media Program. Courses of particular interest are Contemporary Cinema, Film Directors, Documentary Film, and Film Criticism.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, just 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States. It is home to approximately 6,300 undergraduate and 4,700 graduate students from all 50 states and more than 60 foreign countries. An exciting and culturally diverse community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Teach up to two sections of the Film or Media Studies courses, as assigned. Course schedules vary with sections meeting either once or twice per week.
  • For additional information about the B.A. in Visual and Sound Media program, visit https://www.shu.edu/academics/ba-broadcast-visual-media.cfm

Required Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Film or Media Studies
  • Relevant experience in instructional settings

Desired Qualifications:
  • PhD in Film or Media Studies
    *Two years of teaching experience in higher education

Salary Range:
Minimum pay is $1200 per credit for those without a terminal degree and $1300 per credit for those with a terminal degree
Exempt/Nonexempt:
  • Exempt

Benefits Information:
For details about employee benefits, see: https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Seton Hall University offers supplemental retirement benefits.
Physical Demands:
  • General office environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:
  • Please include electronic submission of your cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, summary of teaching evaluations, sample syllabi, and unofficial transcripts for postsecondary coursework.
  • Questions about the position may be directed via email to Dr. Jonathan Kraszewski, at jonathan.kraszewski@shu.edu.

Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
Advertised: 17 Aug 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
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