Title: Video Production Technology 9/10 Month Tenure Track Faculty (Fall 2026)

Number of Positions: 1

Type of Appointment: Full-Time Tenure Track

Department: Media Technologies

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

• Resume 
• Three professional references (See below)

Reference check requirements:

JOB OBJECTIVE:              

Teach in the area of Video Production Technology according to college policy. Aid in curriculum development as it relates to new and emerging media, technologies, professional practices, and media ethics. Engage in professional development regarding new technologies and processes in the industry, including software and equipment. Contribute to the general oversight of the college’s HDTV studio facilities and related equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Teaching (65%)

1. Teach in the area of competence according to college policy.
2. Apply theories and principles of learning to instruction.
3. Adapt instruction to the entry-level knowledge and skills of students.
4. Recommend course and program changes to the academic department head when appropriate.
5. Develop syllabi that meet college requirements and student needs. Make syllabi and course schedules available on the first day of classes, including on the course LMS.
6. Use alternative instructional strategies where appropriate
7. Inform students of special instructional resources located in the Libraries and/or the Academic Tutoring Center.
8. Orient students to objectives and procedures before beginning instruction.
9. Establish and communicate clearly defined grading procedures and standards.
10. Give examinations and other types of evaluations necessary to determine student level of performance and understanding.
11. Consider the results of student perception surveys and student learning outcome assessments in revising and updating content, objectives, and instructional strategies.
12. Keep students aware of their progress in the course and maintain a gradebook on the course LMS
13. Perform record-keeping responsibilities related to teaching and advising.
14. Respond in a timely fashion to all reasonable deadlines.
15. Ensure course materials meet federal accessibility requirements.
16. Make reasonable classroom accommodations, course adjustments, and academic program modifications as necessary to provide opportunity for qualified students with disabilities who present current accommodation plans to effectively participate in the educational process pursuant to Pellissippi State Policies 03:11:01 Academic Standards and 04:07:00 Disability Services.
17. Provide on the course LMS a “Welcome” announcement and, when applicable, information about course-related support.

2. Non-classroom Student Interactions (5 - 15%)
   1. Be knowledgeable of the college policies, procedures, and assistance available to students.
   2. Post and be available during office hours.
   3. Hold conferences with students as needed.
   4. Advise & retain existing students and recruit new students.
3. College and Community Service (5 - 15%)
   1. Serve on committees and task forces as appointed by the president, academic department head, or school dean.
   2. Use professional knowledge and skills to contribute to local and professional community activities whenever appropriate, working with advisory boards as appropriate.
   3. Attend faculty meetings as scheduled.
   4. Contribute to the advancement of college goals through appropriate individual goals.
   5. Participate in program or discipline-level assessment.
4. Professional Development (5 -15%)
   1. Participate in professional development related to pedagogy and to the faculty member’s discipline. Stay up-to-date regarding VPT technology.

Note:  the College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or to combine positions at any time.

JOB STANDARDS:

Minimum Faculty Qualifications 

1. Bachelor’s degree in Video or media-related field from a regionally accredited college or university, and a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated practical work experience in a relevant video-related environment.
2. One year of higher education teaching experience. Community College teaching experience, or a clear commitment to the community college ethos, preferred.
3. Demonstrated proficiency with industry-standard software, including AVID editing software, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci, and Microsoft Office Suite.
4. Understanding of media convergence and the importance of multidisciplinary education as taught in the Media Technologies program at Pellissippi State.

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE/EXPERIENCE:

1. Professional experience creating materials for the communications industry in contemporary and emerging media on a regional or national level.
2. Possession of, or willingness to obtain and maintain, industry-related certifications (e.g. AVID certification).
3. Professional experience in problem-solving and creating in post-production environments, including capturing and transferring video footage. Understanding of video compression, finishing, and delivery formats. The ability to research and design new technologies and production workflows for professional and classroom scenarios.
4. Expertise sufficient to teach multiple-level classes in Video Production Technology, both in-person and online.
5. Familiarity with professional standards, processes, equipment, techniques, ethics, and business practices in the video industry.
6. Capability (or willingness to train) to deliver courses online as appropriate.

Pellissippi State Community College recognizes that effective communication is an essential skill for all academic personnel. To ensure faculty are proficient in oral and written English, the following guidelines are used during the selection process:

1. Demonstrated ability to speak, write, and comprehend English clearly; and
2. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in an academic environment (e.g., prior successful employment in an academic institution).

JOB LOCATION:

Hardin Valley campus, with travel to other campuses or dual enrollment sites, as needed by the college. Job location may change to another PSCC campus.

Full-time Employment Benefits:

• Insurance Options Health, dental, vision, life, short/long-term disability, FSA/HSA Wellness Incentive Program, if enrolled in health plan

• Educational Assistance Fee Waiver Spouse/Dependent discounts Audit/Non-Credit Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement options Tennessee traditional pension plan option (TCRS) 401k with $50 company match/457/403b

• Employee Discount program with over 900+companies

• 13 Paid Holidays/Year Includes paid days off the last week of December

• Sick Leave Bank

• Longevity Pay

• Many opportunities for professional development

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Work experience that is not listed on the application will not be considered towards compensation. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at gtunderwood@pstcc.edu or 865-539-7354.

If you have any problems or questions please contact Human Resources at Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at recruiting@pstcc.edu.

If you are interested in this position, click on the link to the left to apply.

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