Employment Opportunities

The Department of Photography & Imaging at New York University, Tisch School the Arts seeks a tenure track faculty (open rank). We are looking for candidates who are deeply involved with a creative practice in Photography, Imaging and related media. Applicants should have an understanding of and engagement with historical and contemporary issues and the liberal arts. We are interested in artists who can show evidence in their practice or teaching of a commitment to photo-based image making as a means to reflect and celebrate diversity and intersectionality in their practice. The successful candidate will have a vibrant studio practice, show innovation with regard to keeping up with a constantly changing field, the ability to teach a range of undergraduate studio classes and have an interest in curriculum development, creative research, and leadership.

1. MFA in Photography or equivalent related degree
2. Solid understanding of a range of creative practice in photo-based processes
3. 5+ years teaching experience
4. Recognition in the field of photography and related media – exhibitions, publications, speaking engagements, etc.

The Department of Photography & Imaging (DPI) in Tisch School of the Arts at New York University is a four-year B.F.A. program situated in New York City. Centered on the making and understanding of images, DPI offers students both the intensive focus of an arts curriculum while demanding a broad grounding in the liberal arts. Our department embraces multiple perspectives and approaches which encourages critical engagement both in and outside of the classroom. Our majors explore photo-based imagery as personal and cultural expression while working in virtually all modes of analog and digital photo-based image making, multimedia, new media, immersive, and post photographic 3D simulation technologies. In addition to studio courses, our required critical studies courses include history, theory, critical studies across photography and digital media and other courses in museum studies and critical contemporary art practices. As a Photography & Imaging faculty member you will work closely with students advising them in designing a rigorous program of study that challenges and expands the conceptual and technical boundaries of the medium. See www.tisch.nyu.edu/photo for more information.

Apply by November 30, 2023 via Interfolio 
http://apply.interfolio.com/128426

• A letter of application detailing qualifications
• An up-to-date CV
• A teaching philosophy
• Future of Photography Statement
• A diversity statement that addresses the candidate’s values regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and history working with or teaching diverse populations
• Sample syllabi that show your ability to teach both foundational classes and advanced topics
• PDF Portfolio of up to 20 professional works that represents your artist practice (Links within the pdf can also be supplied for video and web-based work)
• PDF Portfolio of 20 examples of student work (Links within the pdf can also be supplied for video and web-based work)
• The contact information for three professional references
• Publications

 
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $80,000-$130,000. This pay range represents base pay only (for 9 months) and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/life/sustainability.

Position Summary

Manage the maintenance and supervision of an environmentally safe undergraduate Department of Photography & Imaging (DPI) department facility. Develop and implement operational and creative policies and practices. Design and execute technical workshops and seminars. Ensure training is consistent with established industry and School curricular standards and related technologies. Develop and maintain the DPI booking software system. Coordinate all instruction-based setup and technical needs, ensuring technical functionality and preparedness of all spaces booked for use. Schedule activities using DPI common use facilities. Serve as a resource, advisor, and technical expert by recommending purchases and reporting conditions and needed upgrades of curricular equipment in all DPI common spaces. Supervise administration. Manage assigned budget.


Qualifications

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree B.F.A. required in Photography and New Media

Required Experience:
3+ years running a photography facility that incorporated both digital and traditional labs or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience:
3+ years gallery experience. Working with digital video editing, web programming, coding.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of all aspects of photography, including traditional black and white film processing and printing in all formats, digital photography (including the use of dSLR's, film and flatbed scanners, raw file processing, inkjet printing, adobe photoshop and lightroom,) film cameras and techniques for 35mm to 8x10, and both continuous and flash lighting equipment, plus accessories and grip equipment. Strong familiarity with Apple computers and operating systems. Strong Knowledge of gallery techniques for finishing and installing all kinds of artwork. Ability to dismantle, repair, and reassemble equipment. Flexibility.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Programming, app building, construction, and exhibition design. Knowledge of current and emerging technologies.

Apply online now here.


Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $66,873.33 to USD $81,734.05. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/life/sustainability.