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Northwestern State University

Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication

Northwestern State University’s Department of New Media, Journalism, and Communication Arts in Natchitoches, Louisiana, seeks an applicant for a 9-month, tenure-tracked, full-time Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication position beginning Fall Semester 2024.

Academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Submit 1) a letter of application, 2) an updated CV, 3) official transcripts (if not from NSU), 4) Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and 5) a list of three professional references with complete contact information to: Amber Miley, Administrative Assistant of New Media, Journalism, and Communications Arts, Northwestern State University, at . For full consideration, completed applications should be received no later than June 15, 2024.

The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)

It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.

In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the office of – Director of Advocacy and Title IX Coordinator, Christie Price (318-357-6441), Room 223 Caspari Hall or email Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Randi Washington (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email

*Inquiries regarding employment application status should be made to the individual receiving the application packet.

Department: New Media/Journalism, Northwestern State University Amber Miley at

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will be a generalist able to teach both introductory courses and upper- level courses
• Qualifications: At least Master’s degree in Communication and related field plus teaching experience required
• ABD considered but degree required by time of hire

Responsibilities

• Plans and teaches courses as assigned
• Maintains flexibility and willingness to teach in a variety of environments
• Prepares syllabi, instructional materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates
• Maintains highest possible standards of classroom instruction
• Regularly keeps office hours and maintains willingness to be receptive to students both in person
• and through email
• Actively provides services to the department and to the university
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and enhance professional skills through regular professional
• development and other activities appropriate to higher education faculty
• Stays updated on new information and developments in field of instruction
• Assists with curriculum development
• Actively participates in the department’s recruiting efforts
• Advises students
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Benefits

• Pay: $55,000–$73,000

Waseda University

Faculty of Political Science and Economics, Waseda University

Faculty Recruitment Information in Information Literacy/Media Literacy

The Faculty of Political Science and Economics at Waseda University invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured position in Information Literacy/Media Literacy to begin in the spring or fall of 2025 (or a mutually agreed later date).

Waseda University, founded in 1882, is a leading private research university located in central Tokyo. As part of its globalization efforts, the Faculty of Political Science and Economics (the “FPSE”) has been offering degree programs in English for both undergraduate and graduate students since 2010, in addition to degree programs in Japanese. The programs provide diverse and dynamic academic opportunities for talented students from all around the world.

1. Affiliation
   The Faculty of Political Science and Economics (FPSE), Waseda University
2. Field
   Information Literacy/Media Literacy
3. Courses to be taught
   The successful candidate will teach courses related to information literacy and/or media literacy, and seminars for both the School of Political Science and Economics (Undergraduate Program) and the Graduate School of Political Science (Master’s and Doctoral Programs) and other related courses in the FPSE.
4. Qualifications
   (1) Applicants must have research achievements in fields related to information and media, including information literacy, media literacy, journalism, and media studies.
   (2) Applicants must be capable of conducting education in close collaboration with the information and media industry, in order to equip students with the fundamental abilities to accurately comprehend the evolving information and media environment, and to effectively decode and encode information..
   (3) Applicants must be able to teach the courses stated in “3. Courses to be taught” in both Japanese and English.
   (4) Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree or expect to obtain it by the time of appointment.
   (5) Teaching experience in relevant courses at the university level is desirable.
5. Number of positions available
   One
6. Position rank and title
   Professor (tenured), Associate Professor (tenured), Associate Professor (tenure-track), or Assistant Professor (tenure-track)The position rank is determined by such factors as the applicant’s academic and research record, as well as evaluation during the screening process. It will be made known to the applicant at the final interview with the FPSE’s senior dean and other executive committee members.General Idea of Tenure-Track Positions at the FPSE: (Detailed information will be provided after the second round of selection.)

   A tenure-track position at FPSE shall be appointed either as Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (tenure-track), for three years in the first term, followed by two years of reappointment and an additional two years of reappointment, for a total of up to seven years.As a general rule, the interim review shall be carried out in the second semester of the third year (sixth semester) following the appointment and completed within the first three-year term on the tenure track. When a tenure-track faculty member passes the interim review, the first reappointment of two years shall be confirmed before the end of the initial appointment (three years).By default, the final review shall be carried out in the second semester of the fifth year (tenth semester) and completed by the end of the fifth year on the tenure track. When the tenure-track faculty member passes the final review, the faculty member will become a tenured faculty member from the following semester. The second reappointment of two years may be granted to a tenure-track faculty member who fails the final review. The tenure-track faculty member may request an interim review or a final review at any time in or after the second semester of the second year (fourth semester) following appointment.

   If maternity and/or parental leave is taken before the end of the interim or final review, the period of the tenure-track faculty member may be extended by a period equivalent to the maternity and/or parental leave, subject to the approval of the University, provided that the total period of continuous service does not exceed 10 years.

   If you have had an employment contract with Waseda University (regardless of job title) since April 1, 2013, and there is no period of at least six months without an employment contract with Waseda University at the scheduled start of this position, in principle, there is a limit to the duration of the employment contract. Therefore, the above may not be applied.

7. Working conditions
   ・Salary, allowances, and commuting expenses are commensurate with qualifications and are based on Waseda University pay scales.
   ・The workplace will, in principle, be on a Waseda University campus.
   ・Scheduled working days and working hours (starting/finishing times and rest periods) are based on university regulations. The discretionary labor system for professional work will be applied to research work. Considering the nature of research work, working hours are at the discretion of each faculty member.
   ・Holidays
   Holidays are Saturdays, Sundays, New Year’s holidays, legally recognized public holidays, and compensatory holidays appointed by the University for holding classes on public holidays and the anniversary of the University’s founding. Holidays prescribed as working days determined by the University in advance will be excluded. There may be cases where classes and other types of FPSE work will be scheduled on holidays. Employees may take compensatory holiday(s) for those occasions. For the academic calendar of the university, please see the URL below.
   https://www.waseda.jp/top/en/about/work/organizations/academic-affairs-division/academic-calendar
   ・Leave
   Leave is determined by the Labor Standards Act and other related laws, including days that are designated by the University as leave days.
   ・Social insurance
   Pension, health insurance, labor insurance, and employment insurance are provided based on university regulations.
   ・Research Funding
   Individual research allowance: 210,000 yen (per year)
   Academic conference traveling subsidies: 90,000 yen (per year)
   International academic conference traveling subsidies: 110,000 yen (per year)
   Other competitive research funds are available at Waseda University.
   ・Retirement benefits
   Retirement benefits will be paid to tenured Professors and tenured Associate Professors in accordance with university regulations.
   No retirement benefits will be provided to Associate Professors (tenure-track) and Assistant Professors (tenure-track). However, if they continue to serve as tenured faculty members after the term as tenure-track faculty members, retirement benefits will be provided in accordance with university regulations. The period of service for calculating the retirement benefits of a tenured faculty member is counted from the date of appointment as an Associate Professor (tenure-track) or Assistant Professor (tenure-track).
8. Scheduled start of employment
   April 1, 2025, or September 1, 2025 (or a mutually agreed later date)
9. Application procedure
   All applications must be submitted via the following website: https://www.wasedapse.jp/en/fpse2/eng_input.phpOn the web application form, choose “Information Literacy/Media Literacy” in the “Application Category.”In “References,” please provide contact information for two referees. If the candidate makes it to the second stage, we will ask them to provide us with a letter of recommendation.

   Please prepare PDF copies of the following documents and upload each document to the relevant sections of “Application Documents.”

   Please be sure to read the “Notes for using the Web Application Form” from the link below before filling in the Web Application Form.
   https://www.waseda.jp/fpse/pse/assets/uploads/2020/01/20200128_Notes-for-using-the-Web-Application-Form.pdf

   Templates for the cover letter and curriculum vitae are available from the following website: https://www.waseda.jp/fpse/pse/news-en/2024/05/01/21311/

   1) Cover letter with your contact information
   Download the prescribed form from the above website. Fill out the form and upload it to “(1) Application Form/Cover Letter.”
   2) A curriculum vitae with a list of academic/research accomplishments
   Upload it to “(2) Curriculum vitae with a list of academic/research accomplishments.” Use either a free format or the prescribed formats found on the website. Please put both curriculum vitae and academic/research accomplishments into a single PDF file when you use the prescribed formats.
   3) A research statement
   Either in Japanese (approximately 2,000 characters/kana) or English (approximately 1,000 words). Describe your past research and future research plans. The format is free.
   Upload it to “(3) Additional application material 1.”
   4) A teaching statement
   Put the following(s) into a single PDF file and upload it to “(3) Additional application material 2.”
   • A teaching philosophy in Information Literacy and/or Media Literacy, and (if applicable) teaching experience in the field. Either in Japanese (approximately 2,000 characters/kana) or in English (approximately 1,000 words). The format is free.
   • The results of your course evaluation or a teaching award, and any other evidence of your teaching ability (if applicable)
   5) Three major academic works
   Put them together in a PDF file and upload the file to “(3) Additional application material 3.”
   Should you wish to submit a hard copy of your work (books, book drafts, etc.), please send the material by registered mail to arrive on or before the application deadline. (Please note that items submitted will not be returned.)
   The address is as follows:
   Attn: Application for Faculty Position in Information Literacy/Media Literacy
   Faculty of Political Science and Economics, Waseda University
   1-6-1 Nishi Waseda, Shinjuku, Tokyo 169-8050 Japan
   6) Summary of your three major academic works
   Provide a summary of each work in approximately 600 characters/kana of Japanese or approximately 300 words of English. The format is free. Upload the summary to “(3) Additional application material 4.”
   7) [Degree holder] Proof of the award of a Ph.D. degree (copy of a diploma or a certificate of degree conferral): Upload it to “(3) Additional application material 5.”

   [Degree candidate] A document/letter which confirms when a doctoral degree is expected to be awarded. Upload it to “(3) Additional application material 5.”

   When uploading each file to the relevant sections, please title each file as follows. Please insert your last name where it says “YOURLASTNAME” in the below file names (e.g. 01_WASEDA.pdf).

   

   When your application has been submitted successfully, you will receive an automatic reply titled “Notification of completion of registration (Waseda University)” to the email address you gave on the Web Application Form.
   Please be sure to check that all the information you submitted and the documents you uploaded are shown in the email.

10. Deadline
    The deadline is 1 p.m., August 29, 2024 (JST).
11. Recruitment process
    There will be three stages to the recruitment process: 1) Shortlisting based on document screening. 2) An interview with members of the search committee, including a mock lecture and a research presentation. 3) An interview with the FPSE’s senior dean and the executive committee members.
    The result of the recruitment process will be made known to the candidate. The schedule of the second stage, including travel and accommodation arrangements, will be made known to candidates who pass the first stage.
12. Inquiries
    Inquiries should be made only by email. The address is as follows.
    Waseda University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion. In all matters related to faculty recruitment and promotion, the University prohibits any form of discrimination on the basis of sex, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, creed, and age.
    Waseda University also aims to create an environment in which all members of the University are respected for their dignity and diverse values and lifestyles, and can fully develop their individuality and abilities, by providing various support services such as those for female researchers, childcare, nursing care, etc.
    You can find more information about the support services here.
    Support and Services: https://www.waseda.jp/inst/diversity/en/support/

Kent State University

The School of Media and Journalism at Kent State University

invites applications for

DIRECTOR, STUDENT MEDIA

The School of Media and Journalism at Kent State University invites applicants for Director of Student Media. We seek a visionary leader with the background and experience to position our award-winning operation for a new, multi-platform era.

The Director is charged with providing functional oversight of advertising, marketing, distribution, finance, and personnel, advising student content leaders and serving as a liaison to the Student Media Board. The Director oversees professional and student staff in Student Media, reports to the Director of the School of Media and Journalism, and serves on the School’s Faculty Advisory Committee.

Kent State Student Media is in the early stages of executing a cutting-edge strategic plan that emphasizes audience engagement across new and emerging distribution mediums, including social media, streaming video, streaming audio, and podcasts, while retaining ties to legacy newspaper, magazine, radio, and TV platforms. The plan is designed to enable Student Media to provide the best possible service to the university community, industry-standard training for students in a variety of media fields and protect the independent content decisions of students.

The Director will serve as the adviser to student leaders and staff for the university’s digital media brand, repositioning it as the primary distribution medium for student-produced content. The successful candidate will help select and coordinate efforts with advisers across all Student Media units, ensuring all students have access to professional mentoring and advising.

In addition, the Director:

• Serves as a non-voting member of the Student Media Board.
• Works collaboratively with student leaders to execute the Student Media strategic plan and updates key constituencies with a report on progress each semester.
• Works with the Director of the School of Media and Journalism and faculty to enhance and create co-curricular opportunities that align with the School’s Strategic Plan.
• Through the office staff, provides support services to Student Media units.
• Manages revenue and expenses; recommends and/or approves investments and equipment purchases; ensures the proper use and maintenance of all Student Media equipment.
• Serves as the public face of Student Media and cultivates positive relations with the university, community, and media industry leaders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Our ideal candidate would have a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a related field and have a minimum of five years’ experience in a professional or college/university media organization. Key competencies include leadership, digital media, and financial management experience. Our preferred qualifications include an advanced degree as well as experience with one or more of the following disciplines: Digital media production, electronic newsgathering/broadcast journalism, audience development, newswriting, still photography and design.

Other desired skills and abilities include:

• A keen understanding of market and audience trends facing media companies.
• Experience mentoring students.
• Knowledge of personal computer applications and digital content management systems.
• An understanding of relevant state and federal regulations and laws.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication with the ability to adjust to students, university and external constituents.
• The ability to lead and manage collaborative decision-making processes.

The Chronicle of Higher Education identifies Kent State as one of the Great Colleges to Work For (2018). The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching ranks Kent State among the nation’s top public high-research universities, and U.S. News & World Report ranks Kent State in the coveted top-tier of Best Colleges (2019). Kent State is a comprehensive graduate and undergraduate, residential, Carnegie Doctoral Research Extensive University. It is located in Kent, Ohio, within 45 minutes of Cleveland, Akron and Youngstown. The university is the third largest in Ohio, with an enrollment on the Kent Campus of approximately 26,000 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer / Disabled / Veterans

APPLY

The position has an expected start in Summer 2024. To apply, visit our jobsite at: https://jobs.kent.edu and search for Position #998192 and upload the following items:

• Letter of interest
• Resume with a list of at least three references

Screening of applications will begin on May 21, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. For more information, please contact Emily Metzgar, Director, School of Media and Journalism, Ph: 330-672-2572 • Email:

KENT.EDU/MDJ

Texas Tech University

LECTURER IN DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION

SUMMARY:

The Department of Journalism & Creative Media Industries (JCMI) within the College of Media & Communication at Texas Tech University is seeking a Lecturer with broad expertise in digital media production who can help meet core departmental teaching needs in production-related courses across our Journalism and Creative Media Industries programs.

Our department offers undergraduate degrees in both Journalism and Creative Media Industries, with a core set of digital media production skills that correspond to both degrees, along with focused production-related courses within each degree program.  The ideal candidate possesses experience and skills in digital media production and could immediately contribute to our departmental core across both majors as well as other more unique components of our distinct Journalism and Creative Media Industries curricula.  Successful candidates must have demonstrated strengths and professional experience in digital media production, including some combination of, but not limited to, video/digital cinema or film, post-production, studio- or field-based video production, multimedia journalism, digital news production, photography, audio, interactive multimedia, web design, and/or digital games.

The position of Lecturer is a full-time, 9-month, annually renewable non-tenure track position with the possibility for continuing appointment after five years.  The anticipated start date is September 1, 2024, with faculty-on-duty date in mid-August.  The position’s overall duties are allocated between teaching (80%) and service (20%) to the department, college, or university.  This distribution equates to a standard teaching load of four organized courses per semester, with potential opportunities to teach additional courses during summer or intersession semesters for additional compensation.  Teaching assignments may include both face-to-face and online courses.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must have either completed a master’s degree in a Media & Communication (or discipline relevant to the position) or have earned at least 18 graduate credit hours in the area by the date of the appointment.  Candidates with outstanding professional experience and demonstrated contributions to the digital media production field may also be eligible and encouraged to apply.

At least three years non-teaching work experience in some combination of the aforementioned areas of digital media production is required.

Successful candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates with a record of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level in a variety of contexts (face-to-face, online, hybrid) and class sizes (large lecture, lecture, and skills-oriented labs) and a demonstrated and ongoing commitment to serving diverse student populations is preferred.

We seek collegial faculty who value and create transformative teaching and learning environments, and who can make positive contributions in service, outreach, and engagement. The successful applicant will exhibit a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching courses in our curriculum.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin May 6.  To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application here, and include attached 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, including link(s) to the candidate’s portfolio of past media production work, 3) a statement on the candidate’s approach to teaching and student success relevant for the position as outlined above, and 4) names of and contact information for at least three professional references. Requisition #37296BR.

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Miglena Sternadori, Search Committee Chair, at .  If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources, Talent Acquisition at or 806-742-3851.

About The Department of Journalism & Creative Media Industries

The Department of Journalism & Creative Media Industries (JCMI) emphasizes experiential education opportunities that provide immersive learning environments, leading its approximately 600 students to produce a robust portfolio of content with support from peer, faculty, alumni, and industry mentors. In producing their work, JCMI students are encouraged from their first day in our degree programs to take advantage of opportunities to get busy writing and producing, and plug in to our robust, collaborative content culture.

Made up of 16 full-time faculty, supported by graduate student and part-time faculty from a variety of backgrounds, JCMI offers new faculty and students a diverse slate of teachers, mentors, and collaborators. JCMI faculty are leaders in their respective areas, scholars and practitioners of international stature.

JCMI faculty serve as faculty advisors to a number of student organizations and production opportunities, including the Society for Professional Journalists, the National Association of Black Journalists, The Daily Toreador, The Hub@TTU, Tech Creative Media Association, KTXT-FM 88.1 The Raider, and Tech Esports, among others. JCMI also fosters close relationships with on-campus partners, such as KTTZ-TV Channel 5 (PBS), KTTZ-FM 89.1 (NPR), and Tech Athletics, as well as four local broadcast news outlets and Lubbock’s daily newspaper, the Avalanche-Journal.

About The College of Media & Communication

The College of Media & Communication (http://www.depts.ttu.edu/comc/) at Texas Tech University serves approximately 2500 students across its undergraduate majors and graduate programs. The college’s enrollment and credit hours have grown consistently for the last seven years; the number of full-time faculty has almost tripled; and the area for facilities has increased more than 40%. CoMC is the #1 rated research unit in the TTU System per the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Ranking). Its private and state grants initiatives have skyrocketed in recent years, achieving its 2025 grants goals in fall 2020. The CoMC Center for Communication Research (CCR) is the country’s premier academic research facility for the study of communication, media processing, and effects. The CCR features labs useful for audience testing, content analysis, surveys, eye-tracking, focus group, and psychophysiology. These research facilities provide a great environment for further advancing an exciting and productive research agenda.

The college maintains high standards for teaching, even as its reputation as a media research center expands. College metrics for student retention and graduation rates are near the top at Texas Tech in many categories. Research strengths among college faculty include Hispanic and international, strategic, science/health, gaming/AI, leadership, interpersonal/organizational, and political communication, as well as social scientific research methods. Affiliates of the Thomas Jay Harris Institute for Hispanic & International Communication engage in teaching, research and community outreach related to Hispanic and international/intercultural communication (comc.ttu.edu/research/hihic).

Please visit the college’s website for more information: www.depts.ttu.edu/comc.

About Texas Tech University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.  The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock

Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Virginia Tech

Multimedia Journalism Instructor AY

 Job no: 529382

Work type: Teaching & Research Faculty

Senior management: Liberal Arts and Human Sciences

Department: School of Communication

Location: Blacksburg, Virginia

Categories: Instructional / Teaching Faculty

Job Description

The Virginia Tech School of Communication invites applications for a one-year nontenure track instructor appointment (with potential for renewal) to begin in August 2024. The instructor will teach four courses per semester. Potential courses include Multimedia Reporting and Advanced Multimedia Reporting, and visual news reporting.

Applicants must have a master’s degree in journalism or closely related field. Preference will be given to applicants with college teaching experience, applied experience with Adobe Creative Suite, experience with digital photography and videography in order to prepare news content for television, print, and online media, and a knowledge of broadcast interviewing and on-camera performance techniques. Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate knowledge and experience in providing an equitable and inclusive educational environment that supports the learning of a diverse student body.

The School of Communication serves more than 1,000 undergraduate students across five majors (sports media and analytics, public relations, multimedia journalism, communication, and advertising) and 30 graduate students in its MA in communication and MA in reputation management degrees. Virginia Tech ranked 5th in the 2022 Sportscasters Talent Association of America ranking of sports broadcasting schools and is accredited by the Public Relations Society of America.

Screening of applications will begin 05/16/2024. The candidate will be notified before references are contacted. applications include the online application form and the following supplemental materials: 1) a cover letter briefly detailing the applicant’s prior teaching experience (if applicable) and fit with the job description, school, and Virginia Tech’s Principles of Community, 2) a curriculum vitae, and 3) a list of three references (names, address, phone numbers, and email contacts). Applications must be submitted electronically at https://careers.pageuppeople.com/968/cw/en-us/job/529382/multimedia-journalism-instructor-ay.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in journalism or closely related field

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level teaching experience
• Applied experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Working knowledge of digital photography and videography with mirrorless cameras and ENG cameras
• Knowledge of broadcast interviewing and on-camera performance techniques
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in providing an equitable and inclusive educational environment that supports the learning of a diverse student body

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with Experience

Review Date

5/16/2024

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Mike Horning at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: April 17, 2024

Applications close: Open until filled

Virginia Tech

Visual Media Instructor (2024)

Description:

The Virginia Tech School of Communication invites applications for a one-year nontenure track instructor appointment (with potential for renewal) to begin in August 2024. The instructor will teach four courses per semester. Potential courses include Visual Communication Strategies, Visual Media, and Visual News Reporting.

Salary:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in advertising, communication, public relations, journalism, or closely related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level teaching experience
• Experience in visual communication
• Applied experience with Adobe Creative Suite and digital photography
• Working knowledge of DSLR cameras
• Videography experience
• Knowledge and experience in providing an equitable and inclusive educational environment that supports the learning of a diverse student body

Recruiting and Advertising:

• University postings
• NCA CRTNET
• PRSA job board
• AEJMC job board
• Diversity in Higher Education
• School of Communication social media platforms

Announcement/Ad Text

The Virginia Tech School of Communication invites applications for a one-year nontenure track instructor appointment (with potential for renewal) to begin in August 2024. The instructor will teach four courses per semester. Potential courses include Visual Communication Strategies, Visual Media, and Visual News Reporting.

Applicants must have a master’s degree in advertising, communication, public relations, journalism, or closely related field. Preference will be given to applicants with college teaching experience, applied experience with Adobe Creative Suite, digital photography, and DSLR cameras. Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate knowledge and experience in providing an equitable and inclusive educational environment that supports the learning of a diverse student body.

The School of Communication serves more than 1,000 undergraduate students across five majors (sports media and analytics, public relations, multimedia journalism, communication, and advertising) and 30 graduate students in its MA in communication degrees.  Virginia Tech ranked 5^th in the 2022 Sportscasters Talent Association of America ranking of sports broadcasting schools and is accredited by the Public Relations Society of America.

Screening of applications will begin 05/15/2024. Complete applications include the online application form and the following supplemental materials: 1) a cover letter briefly detailing the applicant’s prior teaching experience (if applicable) and fit with the job description, school, and Virginia Tech’s Principles of Community, 2) a curriculum vitae, and 3) a list of three references (names, address, phone numbers, and email contacts). The candidate will be notified before references are contacted. Applications must be submitted electronically at https://careers.pageuppeople.com/968/cw/en-us/job/529367/visual-media-instructor-ay. Posting number 529367.

Please direct questions about the position to Hannah Shinault Deuyour, School of Communication, Shanks Hall (0311), Blacksburg, VA 24061, 540-231-9831, .

Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university, committed to teaching and learning, research, and outreach to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world. Building on its motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to InclusiveVT – serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence.  Virginia Tech actively seeks a broad spectrum of candidates to join our community in preparing leaders for the world. The School of Communication fully embraces Virginia Tech’s commitment to increase faculty, staff and student diversity, to ensure a welcoming, affirming, safe, and accessible campus climate, and to advance our research, teaching, and service mission through inclusive excellence.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Assistant/Associate Professor, Ethnic and Equity Studies

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professor, Ethnic and Equity Studies, Greenspun College of Urban Affairs [R0141646]

ROLE of the POSITION

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in one or more departments or schools in the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs (GCUA) in the area Ethnic and Equity Studies with an emphasis in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI-B). The individual will facilitate college-level DEI-B initiatives. The U.S. News & World (2021) Report on Campus Ethnic Diversity ranks UNLV the second most diverse university for undergraduate students in the nation. Some of these initiatives include a college focus on individual and community resilience, communication engagement initiatives related to overcoming difference, diversity and dialogue, and facilitating study abroad/study away opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The college is also focused on helping students develop stronger relationship building skills as well as helping individuals across the lifespan combat the loneliness epidemic.

The GCUA consists of the Department of Communication Studies, the Department of Criminal Justice, The Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies, the School of Public Policy and Leadership, and the School of Social Work. The ideal candidate will have a background in one or more of these areas.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Ph.D. in the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A record of teaching experience and some evidence of teaching effectiveness, community engagement, and scholarly publications is preferred, as well as the ability to demonstrate potential for external funding. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

Faculty rank will be dependent upon education and experience as outlined below:

• Assistant Professor (tenure-track): terminal degree, experience, and demonstrate strong research capacity and potential for external funding.
• Associate Professor (tenured): terminal degree, experience, and demonstrate distinguished scholarship and a record of extramural research funding.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on April 29, 2024.

Materials should be addressed to Dr. Jeffrey T. Child. Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or .

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type “Find Jobs” in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0141646” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region’s diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada – Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: , or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: ; or to both.

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

Nebraska Public Media

General Manager & CEO
Nebraska Public Media– Lincoln, NE

Nebraska Public Media seeks a General Manager & CEO who will lead the organization in envisioning and enacting vibrant public media in the state of Nebraska.

This individual will also serve as the Secretary of the Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission and the General Manager of Nebraska Public Media. Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the Nebraska Education Telecommunications Commission, the successful candidate will be expected to provide dynamic leadership in further developing and strengthening the public broadcasting programs and educational offerings of both the University and the Commission for the State. We are seeking candidates with authenticity, humility, and a sense of humor that sets others at ease. The ideal candidate brings the following:

• At least 10 years of experience in senior leadership roles; strong leadership in positions of increasing responsibility in public media or a related telecommunications business or industry is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Sophistication and savviness in complex media environments, including multi-platform journalism and contemporary public television/radio station structure. Possess an understanding of the production and distribution aspects of public radio and television, ATSC 3.0, and emerging media trends.
• Accomplished record as a passionate public representative of an organization capable of uniting people in imaginative and collaborative partnerships that cultivate programmatic innovation.
• Politically astute and able to unite diverse constituencies; with a record of developing a visionary, holistic, and uplifting institutional identity that excites and energizes stakeholders at all levels to contribute to institutional goals.
• Experience marshaling others to take calculated risks that generate revenue and fully leverage opportunities to integrate fundraising and programmatic initiatives. Track record of participating in fundraising, preferably in a public media environment.
• Must have successful experience working with various constituencies on strategic planning and financial management.
• Proven ability to provide inspirational leadership that makes staff feel valued, motivated, and empowered.
• Compelling vision for the future of public media and an unfailing commitment to integrity in a public media environment.
• Experience working successfully in complex organizations with various governing and advisory bodies and diverse stakeholders.
• Comfort with change within organizations and sectors, open to new ideas with a tolerance for calculated risk in response to evolving opportunities.
• Demonstrated intellectual and strategic ability to explore new content delivery methods.
• Ability to demonstrate diplomacy and resilience when faced with challenges.
• Keen analytical skills and a sense of creativity necessary to frame and solve problems.
• Highly energetic with the ability to take a long view and balance a sense of urgency and steadfast patience.
• Exceptional communication skills in all registers, including writing, public speaking, and listening.

Review of applications begins on May 13, 2024 and will continue on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNL is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. UNL complies with all local, state, and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

DRiWaterstoneHC is proud to lead this search on behalf of Nebraska Public Media. For more information on how to apply, please visit: https://driwaterstonehc.com/position/general-manager-ceo-npm/

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

R0053815 Assistant Professor – 9 MONTH

The Assistant Professor position includes teaching primarily in the area of media production and design in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and weekend formats. Faculty will be expected to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and the community, teach courses as assigned, have an active research/creative work agenda, and participate in university and community service. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Required Education and/or Experience: Terminal degree (PhD, EDD, JD, MFA) in media production and design or a related field. ABD or AB thesis considered.

Application materials must be submitted through the online application system. Additional information about this position and application requirements are available under the Jobs link on the Human Resources website at http://ualr.edu/humanresources/.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background, sex offender registry, and financial history check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

R0053666 Assistant Professor – 9 Month

The Assistant Professor – 9- Month includes teaching primarily in the area of multiplatform journalism in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and weekend formats. Faculty will be expected to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and the community, teach courses as assigned, have an active research/creative work agenda, and participate in university and community service. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Required Education and/or Experience: Terminal degree (PhD, EDD, JD, MFA) in multiplatform journalism or a related field. ABD or AB thesis considered.

Preferred Education and/or Experience: College teaching experience in multiplatform journalism and/or related field; Industry experience (journalism and/or related field); Student supervisory experience; Research/creative activity related to the discipline and consistent with departmental focus and needs; Experience with industry-standard software and equipment.

Application materials must be submitted through the online application system. Additional information about this position and application requirements are available under the Jobs link on the Human Resources website at http://ualr.edu/humanresources/.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background, sex offender registry. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.