Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Digital Filmmaking

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world's top universities. Agile, bold, and inventive, NTU Singapore shapes the future by combining technology and human creativity to tackle the toughest challenges facing society today.

The School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) is situated within the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (COHASS), aims to be Asia's leading centre for innovative, interdisciplinary humanities, arts and social science teaching and research. At home in a technological university, CoHASS's scholars connect systems of knowledge from continents and disciplines. Much of our research focuses on four interdisciplinary priorities: Digital Culture and Society; Health, Culture and Society; Global Asia; and Art, Science and Ecology.

The School of Art Design and Media offers one degree at the undergraduate level, and several degrees at the graduate level. ADM is firmly rooted in a studio-based learning model and interprets globally established theories and practice extended into a contemporary Asian cultural context.

ADM offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Design and Media:

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art, Design and Media prepares students to thrive at the intersection of artistic expression and emerging technologies. At the heart of the programme, creativity is nurtured as a tool for innovation, cultural transformation and new forms of storytelling. Students learn to create original work to respond to real-world challenges and succeed in the fast-evolving creative industries. They will gain a broad-based yet focused creative education that encourages experimentation and cross-disciplinary exploration.

This single degree programme offers four distinct specialisations, enabling students to develop expertise in their chosen field:

• Animation and Game Art
• Cinematic Arts
• Communication Design and Photographic Practice
• Transversal Design: Object and Interaction

ADM Graduate Programmes:

ADM graduate programmes provide research and coursework opportunities in a wide spectrum. Candidates are encouraged to develop innovative ways of thinking and to produce creative works in a diverse range of media.

The Master of Arts (M.A.) by Research and the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) by Research degree is available in Art, Design and Media; and the Master of Science (M.Sc.) by coursework is available in Game Design Art and Technology.

ADM Research:

ADM areas of research and practice are informed by the strategic research directions of the school and the interdisciplinary practice led by its highly versed industry-related professionals, academics and educators. Therefore, ADM faculty are expected to continue their creative practice while also contributing to scholarly research in line with the college’s major research directions: Digital Culture and Society; Health, Culture and Society; Global Asia; and Art, Science and Ecology.

Some of the relevant topics include: AI industry practices, ethics and governance, Southeast Asian Art, Design and Media; Art, Design and Media Histories and Criticism; Cultural Identity and Heritage; Visual Art and Digital Humanities, Audio and Media Art (Animation / Film / Interactive); and Design Studies.

Job Purpose:

The Nanyang Technological University (NTU) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor (Tenure-track) or Associate Professor (Tenure-track) in Digital Filmmaking at the School of Art Design Media. This role is essential to advancing the University’s commitment to excellence in film, media, and digital creative practice within an Asian context at a leading global research university.

The successful candidate will contribute to ADM’s program in the cinematic arts and the rapidly evolving fields of film and moving image media, through research, teaching, and academic service, within an interdisciplinary and practice-led environment. Applicants should demonstrate familiarity with, or significant engagement in, Asian and/or Southeast Asian film and media cultures, industries, or practices.

The area of specialisation within filmmaking is open, but applications from cinematographers, sound designers and creative producers are particularly encouraged. All candidates must possess a holistic understanding of the filmmaking process and demonstrate practical expertise in audio-visual storytelling for film and emerging media. A strong track record in professional industry practice and/or practice-based research, alongside evidence of creative excellence and critical engagement with contemporary screen cultures is essential. The ideal candidate should demonstrate an up-to-date understanding of contemporary film production and distribution practices, including emerging developments in streaming, transmedia ecosystems, AI-generated content (AIGC), and evolving creative workflows and technologies. Teaching experience is indispensable, and a strong university-level teaching track record will be regarded favourably.

The role requires maintaining a balanced portfolio across practice-led research and teaching in Filmmaking, and the appointee will be expected to maintain an active internationally recognised profile.

Key Responsibilities:

The role requires sustained creative practice-led research within filmmaking, with expectations of international impact and recognition for artistic excellence. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a strong balance across research and teaching which includes curriculum development and student mentorship.

Senior candidates appointed at the Associate Professor level will also be expected to provide academic leadership and contribute actively to committees, programme development, and other service roles within the University, mentor junior faculty members and offer professional services to schools, to the Singapore Ministry of Education, and to other public education-related organizations if requested.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and disseminate internationally recognised creative practice and/or practice-led research with scholarly publications in digital filmmaking, cinema studies and related fields.
• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in film production, moving
  image media, cinema studies, film aesthetics, and related areas of specialisation.
• Supervise undergraduate final-year projects, graduate dissertations, and practice-based research projects.
• Contribute to curriculum innovation and the development of new courses aligned with evolving industry practices and technologies and contemporary pedagogies.
• Engage with emerging developments in film and media technologies, including AI-assisted technologies and workflows, and digital production environments.
• Participate actively in academic administration, service, and committee work appropriate to rank.
• Contribute to the School’s strategic development and foster collaborations with industry, cultural institutions, and interdisciplinary research partners.

The successful candidate should demonstrate a collaborative attitude, with the ability to contribute effectively to an interdisciplinary environment that values creative excellence, collegiality, and shared programme development.

Requirements:  

Candidates with the following experience and qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• A PhD (or Practice-based PhD) in Digital Filmmaking or a related field. Alternatively, applicants with a terminal MFA (or its equivalent) will also be considered. In exceptional cases, an MA with substantial practice-based industry experience will also be considered.
• Proven expertise in digital filmmaking (production) and audio-visual storytelling; specialisation in areas such as cinematography, sound design, film music and creative producing, are encouraged
• A strong portfolio demonstrating artistic excellence; scholarly impact will also be looked at favourably
• Familiarity with rapidly evolving filmmaking technologies and practices, such as virtual production, AI-generated content (AIGC), and AI-assisted workflows
• Evidence of internationally recognised creative practice, including screenings, exhibitions, and top-tier festival participation
• Proven teaching and student mentorship at undergraduate and/or graduate level
• Strong collaborative, communication, and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to creative excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic growth within a research-intensive university environment

Application Procedure:

The School of Art Design and Media seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status, family responsibilities, or disability.

Applicants are invited to submit their applications through the NTU career portal by clicking the 'Apply' button

Please provide the following in your application:

1. Cover letter;
2. Curriculum vitae (including records of competitive grants and graduate supervision, if applicable);
3. Teaching impact statement (maximum 3 pages);
4. Research impact statement (maximum 5 pages);

1. A film portfolio with active links and detailed credits and contributions

The closing date for applications is 21 October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.