Assistant Professor - Media Arts - Tenure Track Spring 2027

Massasoit Community College•Brockton, MA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Massasoit Community College is seeking an Assistant Professor for Media Arts with a tenure-track position starting in Spring 2027. The college has a tradition of excellence and a mission to welcome all learners, offering over 60 degree and certificate programs. Massasoit serves a diverse student body, with over half identifying as students of color and over half being first-generation college students. The main campus is located in Brockton, Massachusetts, with additional locations in Canton and Middleborough, serving students from over 45 cities and towns. The successful candidate will teach a variety of Media Arts courses, including Television Studio Production, Field Production, Audio Production, Radio/Podcasting, Media Writing, Digital Storytelling, and Editing/Post-Production. Teaching assignments may include in-person daytime courses and courses for the Early College Program, potentially at partner high schools. Faculty are active members of the Communicative Arts Department, fostering a learner-centered environment focused on access, equity, hands-on practice, and career readiness. The curriculum emphasizes technical competence, creative problem-solving, professional communication, and ethical media practice. The Media Arts program includes a Digital Media Arts Center, Massasoit Radio, and partnerships with local radio stations, providing students with direct broadcast experience.

Requirements

Master's degree in Media Arts, Media Production, Broadcast Production, Digital Media, Communication, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated college-level teaching experience in one or more core areas of Media Arts (television studio production, field production, audio production, editing/post-production, media writing, or podcast/radio performance and production).
Professional experience in media production, broadcast, digital content creation, audio or video editing, or related industry work.
Commitment to working with a diverse student population, including first-generation college students, dual-enrolled high school students, adult learners, and students from historically marginalized communities.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching at an open-access or community college institution.
Experience with curriculum development, assessment of learning outcomes, and/or program review in Media Arts.
Proficiency with industry-standard production tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Audition, Audacity, and Pro Tools, along with experience in directing live television, operating multi-camera studio productions, operating and training on field production and including audio/video/streaming, audio capture and mixing, lighting for field and studio production, and on-air performance.
Ability to integrate culturally responsive and inclusive pedagogical practices into studio- and lab-based instruction.
Ability to maintain academic and professional standards while supporting students with transparency, clear expectations, and empathy.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary department that includes Media Arts, Speech Communication, and Theatre.
Interest in contributing to the development and growth of Massasoit's Radio and Podcasting certificate program.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in Media Arts and related areas in alignment with department needs and faculty expertise.
Create and sustain an inclusive, collaborative, and practice-based learning environment in studio, lab, and classroom settings.
Plan, deliver, and assess active and applied learning experiences tied to industry-relevant skills.
Provide consistent, timely, and constructive feedback to students on performance, production work, and written assignments.
Evaluate student achievement and assign grades in accordance with departmental and college standards.
Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, assessment data, and grades.
Hold and post required office hours.
Advise and mentor Media Arts students on academic progress, transfer options, and career pathways in fields such as television, audio, podcasting, and digital media production.
Contribute to curriculum review, development, and assessment within Media Arts programs.
Support the professional and safe use of departmental production equipment and industry-standard software, including non-linear editing platforms, audio recording and mixing tools, and broadcast studio systems.
Participate in department, division, and college meetings and initiatives.
Support Early College and dual-enrollment offerings as assigned.
Monitor and respond to email communications from students and the college in a timely manner.
Engage in ongoing professional development related to media production, storytelling, accessibility, and pedagogy.
Participate in college-wide committees, outreach events, and recruitment efforts that strengthen the visibility and enrollment of Media Arts programs.
Collaborate with Theatre, Communication, and related areas on interdisciplinary projects, live production, and co-curricular events.
Support student media initiatives such as studio broadcasts, podcast projects, and live or recorded campus coverage.
Potential to contribute to the growth of Massasoit's Radio and Podcasting certificate program, with a path toward program coordination for the right candidate.