From: Liza Halfin <lphalfin@OUTLOOK.COM>
Date: Tue, 4 Apr 2017 21:31:27 +0100
Friends, Below are details about two world leading research programmes and publication calls in the fields of art, design and media. They are combined in one event in Turkey in 2018. Please pass it in to interested colleagues. PARADE is a global research and publication programme covering all art, design and media disciplines. THE MEDIATED CITY is a digital arts and moving image based collaboration with architects and urban designers. It has already produced three books and had conferences in the US and the UK. They are brought together in this event: Moving Images – Static Spaces? ……….. The blurring of Architectures, Film, Animation, Digital Art, Coding and Design. Place: Istanbul, Turkey Dates: 12-13 April 2018 Details: http://architecturemps.com/istanbul/ Abstract submissions: 15th December 2017 For those who cannot travel to Istanbul: Pre-recorded video (uploaded to the conference Youtube channel) Skype (presentation in real time at the ‘live’ event) In-person (standard in-person conference presentations) Publications: 1. Book Series – The Mediated City 2. Proceedings Series, ISSN 2398-9467 3. Architecture_MPS journal Special Issue, ISSN 2050-9006 Submissions: All publications are drawn from the conference papers in the first instance: http://architecturemps.com/istanbul/ Discipline focus: media, communication, technologies, film, video, gaming, architecture, urbanism. If your work does not align with this conference PARADE invites you to propose events and publications in your field. See: http://architecturemps.com/parade/ Orgainsers: Altinbaş Vakfi / Istanbul Kemerburgaz University, Intellect Books, AMPS Amps is a UK based non-profit that coordinates a consortium bringing together publishers, universities and academics internationally from art, design and media backgrounds who share an interest in how their practices interact with and influence the built environment.
From: "Khilji, Tooba" <tskhilji@BUFFALO.EDU>
Date: Wed, 19 Apr 2017 19:21:23 +0000
To Apply: http://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/9052 The University at Buffalo, Department of Media Study, invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Media Theory. We seek applications from candidates with research strengths in critical theory and the history and philosophy of media. Preferred research focus areas include media philosophy, media cultures, science and technology studies, and software studies. Appointment to begin in August 2017 for one year, renewable. Media Study offers an undergraduate BA plus graduate MA, MFA, and PhD programs, and candidates will advise students at all these levels. The candidate will teach two courses per semester, and have the opportunity to develop courses in their area of specialization. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a robust research agenda, seek external funding and support as appropriate, and provide moderate service to the University and the Department. Minimum requirements: PhD or equivalent in Media Study (or related field), conferred by time of appointment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until June 30th 2017. To apply, submit a letter of interest, CV, one peer reviewed publication, if applicable, a sample of other creative research, and contact info for three references at http://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/9052 . The University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Media Study at the University at Buffalo is renowned for its pioneering contributions to film, video and sound art practices and theory. Today, Media Study adds to these existing strengths conceptual and computational media with a diversity very few art departments can match. Buffalo offers a vibrant art scene with a high density of museums and galleries - including the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, CEPA Gallery, Big Orbit, Hallwalls, and Squeaky Wheel - and is easily accessible from New York, Boston, Chicago, Toronto and Montreal. Tooba Khilji Assistant to the Chair Media Study 231 Center for the Arts Buffalo NY 14260 7166450927