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About the University: Mount Saint Mary's University, Los Angeles (www.msmu.edu) is a liberal arts university primarily for women, with undergraduate, graduate and other adult programs serving both women and men. Founded in 1925 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in the Catholic intellectual tradition, the Mount is an institution dedicated to providing an excellent education directed toward leadership and service. Mount Saint Mary's University lives out its mission on three campuses: one near downtown Los Angeles (where the graduate program is located), the second in the Brentwood area of Los Angeles, and finally, the Hollywood Studios, where our Film programs are located. The university prides itself on maintaining a highly diverse student body, small classes, and a close working relationship between students and faculty.The Students: The Mount Saint Mary's University focus on social justice and community involvement leads us to recruit many first-generation college students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. The college encourages multicultural awareness and equity mindsets throughout both academic and co-curricular activities. Mount Saint Mary's University enrolls the highest percentage of racially and ethnically minoritized students of all independent colleges and universities in Southern California.Job Description:The Film, Media & Communication Department at Mount Saint Mary's University's is searching for an accomplished screenwriter/educator with extensive professional experience to join our faculty. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits. The appointment would begin Fall 2024.Degree and Teaching Experience: Interested applicants should have a terminal degree in Screenwriting and a minimum of three plus (3+) years of university level teaching experience.A successful candidate should have experience working in the industry (Hollywood, Independent, or International) and should have significant credits/experience in writing and development on at least two of the following platforms:

• Domestic and/or global feature films
• Cable and/or network television series
• Streaming and/or new media

The successful hire will teach courses in Screenwriting with a focus on developing and writing long form feature scripts and/or a focus on writing hour-long TV pilots. They will also coordinate and manage our new MFA Screenwriting Degree (a joint degree with the Creative Writing Program) along with screenwriting focused concentrations and emphasis across our undergraduate and graduate programs in the Film Department.Hiring Annual Salary range: $66,560- $68,560Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.Requirements:The following skill sets are highly desirable for the position:

• Adaptation of existing intellectual property to both film and television formats.
• Management and collaborative development with new talent and seasoned writers.
• VR/Video-game writing and other interactive/new media formats.

The successful hire will be expected to maintain a high level of professional teaching and engage in the transition of students into the entertainment industry. They should have connections to studios for student placement and the ability to recruit mentors while participating in the development of a professional transition program. They will also be expected to serve on university committees and as an academic advisor. In addition, service to the university and the department is expected in accordance with standards in the department and faculty handbook.MSMU provides a comprehensive undergraduate and graduate education through small class size, creative collaboration, and a launch into the industry. The community is comprised of faculty, staff, and students from a wide range of culturally diverse backgrounds. Applicants should be experienced with and committed to working in this diverse population.This position requires a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Anti-racism along with interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. Candidates should submit a statement discussing how they approach DEI-A in their teaching and professional work.Additional Information:Questions? Please contact Chair of the Department, Charles Bunce, at [email protected] or Director, MFA Film and TV program, Kelby Thwaits at [email protected] Saint Mary's is the only women's university in Los Angeles and one of the most diverse in the nation. As a leading liberal arts institution, Mount Saint Mary's provides year-round, flexible and online programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. Weekend, evening and graduate programs are offered to both women and men. Please Note:The University is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse student population and workforce as a reflection of our commitment to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of learning. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to be a student or to work for the University.Application Instructions:Please submit a cover letter, CV, the DEI-A statement, writing sample and/or link to a produce show, and the names and email addresses of three references who would be willing to supply a letter of recommendation in a timely manner via the MSMU Jobs Portal at: www.msmu.edu.Application deadline is December 31. Review of applications will commence in January 2024.

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