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How much do film researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for film researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Film Researcher position, and why are they important?

Film Researchers typically need strong research and analytical skills, a background in film studies or a related field, and keen attention to detail. Familiarity with digital archives, academic databases, and licenses or copyright sourcing tools is often required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and time management help researchers collaborate with directors, producers, and other creatives under tight deadlines. These skills ensure that all information used in productions is accurate, relevant, and obtained efficiently, contributing to the overall authenticity and success of film projects.

What are some common challenges faced by Film Researchers on production teams?

Film Researchers often face tight deadlines and rapidly changing project needs, which can make sourcing accurate information under time pressure a challenge. They must verify details from multiple sources, ensure historical or factual accuracy, and sometimes clear the rights to use archival materials or images. Collaboration with writers, directors, and producers requires clear communication to align research with creative vision. Adaptability and persistence are essential for overcoming obstacles such as inaccessible archives or conflicting historical accounts, ensuring the film maintains credibility and quality.

What is a Film Researcher job?

A Film Researcher gathers and verifies information to support a film's production, ensuring accuracy in historical details, locations, props, and dialogue. They conduct extensive research using archives, interviews, and other sources to help maintain authenticity. Film Researchers work closely with directors, writers, and designers to provide factual details that enhance storytelling.

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Infographic showing various Film Researcher job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.
Part-Time Instructor, Film Appreciation

Part-Time Instructor, Film Appreciation

Mott Community College

Flint, MI

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Position Information
Posting Number Position Title Part-Time Instructor, Film Appreciation Employee Group PT Faculty Starting Salary $1,124 per contact hour Compensation Details
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Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Who We Are:
Mott Community College is student-centered and mission-driven to ensure that all our students thrive and reach their fullest potential. As an institution, we are action-oriented and intentional in dismantling every systemic barrier that prevents the excellence of students from underrepresented communities.

As Mott Community College deepens its commitment to equity, it is of the highest priority that we focus our hiring process to seek individuals with the expertise to lead our institution in serving students from underrepresented communities. This is an opportunity for the college community to continue to act upon our values but more importantly for the empowering of our students' self-efficacy, for cultivating a sense of belonging, and for the diversity of our entire student body being reflected in a position of power in the classroom.

Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications. In addition, faculty have the following key responsibilities which are described more fully below in the Essential Duties/Major Accountabilities section:

Professional development
Collegial Responsibilities
Actively participate in efforts focused on the College's operational success.
Communication
Safety

Specific Teaching Assignment:
Faculty members in the Film department will be responsible for teaching general education classes, following the stated course objectives, content, and delivery. These courses may include introduction to film appreciation, global cinema, or other non-production, theoretical courses that cover narrative and non-fiction genres.
Minimum Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
1. Master's Degree in film studies, or nearly related field with 18 graduate credit hours in film theory or history.*
2. College teaching experience in film appreciation-
3. Experience utilizing online support materials (i.e., digital resources and online course delivery).
4. Innovative, flexible and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
5. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
6. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
7. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
8. Technology Skills: Ability to integrate computer applications into teaching.
9. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and college objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain collegial relationships with students, peers, staff, and administrators; skill in oral and written communication.

* A foreign degree must be certified, at the candidate's expense, by a professional evaluation service.
Additional Desirable Qualifications Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
1. The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time. S/he is required to be mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities. 2. S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.
3. The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).
4. S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.
Work Schedule
Faculty are required to maintain office hours and will make additional provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.
Additional Information
Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.
This is a position we anticipate filling for future semesters. Specific part-time teaching needs for future semesters may not be known until the end of class registration.
If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio. Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Additional Application Deadline Information
The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Application Deadline Equal Opportunity Summary
As an equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran's status, age, disability unrelated to an individual's ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Title IX Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 2030G), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0024. Title II, ADA, Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Curtice-Mott Complex (CM-1024), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0373. Section 504 Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 1130), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0191.