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Chairperson, Film/Video / School of Art & Design / Pratt Institute

POSITION SUMMARY:
The newly re-organized Department of Film/Video at Pratt Institute seeks
exceptional applicants for the position of Chairperson. The ideal candidate
will bring the vision and experience necessary to assume the academic and
administrative leadership of the department and build upon the current BFA
program. The Department is located on Pratt's historic 25-acre Brooklyn
campus in the culturally diverse neighborhood of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn.
This administrative appointment carries a twelve-month per year workload and
a three-year contract that may be renewed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The responsibilities of the chair will include: oversight of budget and
course scheduling; curriculum development, program reviews and assessment;
recruitment of faculty and students; participation in fundraising and
development; and establishment of linkages with relevant professional
organizations and leading practitioners.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications:
Applicants must have proven professional achievement in the discipline of
film/video. A record of film broadcasts and/or exhibitions is desirable; a
record of publications and/or scholarship is a plus. We require a terminal
degree or its equivalent in Film, Video or a related field; at least five
years' administrative management experience, preferably in higher education;
a minimum of five years'
college level teaching experience with the rank of Associate or Full
Professor; and recognized standing in the field.
TO Apply: Review of applications will continue until position is filled.
Please submit your cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information
for three professional references electronically to:

Chairperson Search Committee: Film/Video FVChair@pratt.edu - Use subject
line A&D Film/ Video Chair

PRATT INSTITUTE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND RECOGNIZES AND VALUES
THE BENEFITS OF A DIVERSE WORKFORCE.

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