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Assistant Professor of Studio Art (Photography and/or Video and New Media)

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Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Studio Art (Photography and/or Video and New Media)

Compensation:

$56,000 - $62,000

Department:

School of Art

Start Date:

08/16/2027

About this opportunity:

The School of Art at Ball State University welcomes applications for a full-time, tenure-line Assistant Professor of Studio Art with a specialty in photography and/or video and new media. The ideal candidate will be a creative teacher, thoughtful mentor, and collaborative colleague who will foster interdisciplinary collaboration across the School of Art's many studio areas.

The School of Art has over forty full-time faculty and staff and offers state-of-the-art facilities serving approximately 700 undergraduate majors. Programs at the BA, BS, and BFA levels include art education, art history, graphic design, graphic design studies, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art program that includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals + jewelry, sculpture, photography, and video and new media. School of Art students enjoy world-class facilities, with over 73,000 square feet of classroom, gallery, and studio space in the Art and Journalism Building, Applied Technology Building, and the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass. Students and faculty work closely with David Owsley Museum of Art on campus, among the finest university art collections in the nation. Ball State University is accredited by the National Association for Schools of Art and Design.

Teaching responsibilities are on campus, in Muncie, Indiana.

Employer will consider sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Description:

Tenure-line faculty in the School of Art teach undergraduate courses at all levels, from first-year Foundations through senior projects. They also pursue creative and scholarly research in their field by exhibiting, publishing, and presenting their work professionally. All faculty participate in service at the School, College, and University level and are committed to student success and curricular innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Courses are generally scheduled on campus, with occasional courses scheduled online, either synchronously or asynchronously.

  • Instructional load will include all levels of course work in classes such as
  • ADS 101 2D Foundations
  • ADS 103 4D Foundations
  • ART 200 Introduction to Digital Art
  • ART 231 Introduction to Digital Photography
  • ART 232 Introduction to Film Photography & The Darkroom
  • ART 234 Experimental Video for Theatrical Screening
  • ART 320 Video and New Media: Gallery Installation
  • ART 323 Video and New Media: Production Topics
  • ART 330 Photography: Color
  • ART 331 Photography: Lighting Equipment and Techniques
  • ART 332 Photography: Special Topics
  • ART 333 Fine Art Digital Imaging
  • ART 334 Directions in Photography
  • ART 437 Professional Practices for Studio Artists
  • AFA 298 Special Topics in Studio Art
  • AFA 398 Advanced Studio Art
  • AFA 498 Seminar in Fine Arts
  • AFA 490 Studio Senior Project
  • Other teaching duties based on programmatic need and the expertise of the faculty hired individual may be assigned.
  • Additional responsibilities include course development and maintaining studios and equipment in collaboration with other faculty and staff
  • Tenure-line faculty are responsible for producing scholarship/creative work commensurate with the requirements for tenure.
  • The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the School of Art, the College of Fine Arts, and the University by serving on committees and being active in their discipline’s community.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in art, design, or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
  • Ability to develop curriculum and facilities for photography and/or video and new media.
  • One semester of teaching experience at the college level, gained concurrently or at any time.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Evidence of professional engagement through exhibitions, publications, residencies, grants, commissions, collaborations, curatorial projects, and/or community-based projects.
  • Ability to contribute to a forward-looking and interdisciplinary studio art program.
  • One year of teaching experience at the college level, gained concurrently or at any time.

How to apply:

For inquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact:

Lara Kuykendall, Director, [email protected]

Required Documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae (Do not use the Autofill feature for resume.)
  • Sample syllabi for two college-level art courses
  • Portfolio of 10 to 20 examples of applicant’s creative work (with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.
  • Portfolio of 10 to 20 examples of student projects (with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.

In addition, the application will request contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references.

This position is open until filled with a priority consideration date of January 4, 2027. Candidates submitting application materials on or before this date will receive full consideration.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package?

We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.

Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.

Relocation Program: MakeMyMove

Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.

Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.

Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

  • Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
  • Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
  • Access to the Ball State University Library
  • One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
  • Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
  • Help desk for connecting to local resources
  • Opportunity for board participation
  • Six-month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.

Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.

Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.

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