Assistant professor Direction

Job Title: Assistant Professor – Direction

Department: Film and Media Studies
Location: L V Prasad College of Media Studies (LVPCMS), Vadapalani, Chennai

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses in film/theatre direction, script development, and other related subjects.
• Mentor students in creative projects including short films, stage productions, and thesis work.
• Supervise and evaluate student work in classrooms, production labs, and on-set environments.
• Design and update curriculum and course content in line with academic standards and industry practices.
• Maintain a portfolio of ongoing creative and/or academic research—such as directing projects, publications, or participation in festivals and conferences.
• Collaborate with faculty on interdisciplinary initiatives in media, performance, and digital storytelling.
• Provide academic advising and guidance to students inside and outside the classroom.
• Actively participate in department meetings, faculty committees, and institutional development activities.
• Teach all direction-related subjects assigned as part of the academic schedule.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of academic quality and creative output in the department.

Required Qualifications:

• Postgraduate qualification in Film Direction from reputed institutions such as FTI, SRFTI, or other recognized film schools.
• Master’s degree (preferably MFA) or Ph.D. in Film Direction, Film Studies, Theatre, Media Arts, or a related discipline.
• Strong academic or professional foundation in film education.
• Demonstrated experience in directing for film, television, or theatre.
• Prior teaching experience at college/university level is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and planning abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
• Commitment to academic integrity, diversity, and creative excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have using filmmaking tools/software (editing, screenwriting, production planning)?
• How many years of experience do you have presenting your directorial work at film/theatre festivals or public screenings?
• How many years of experience do you have conducting workshops, seminars, or training in direction or filmmaking?
• How soon would you be available to join us if selected

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• college / university Teaching : 3 years (Preferred)
• professional film or theatre direction: 3 years (Preferred)
• mentoring student film or stage projects: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person