Assistant Professor of Communication Studies - IFO
About The Position
SMSU’s Assistant Professor of Communication Studies is a full-time probationary position. Responsibilities include teaching courses in Broadcasting/Media as well as other areas of expertise. In keeping with the philosophical position of the program, this individual would also be responsible for teaching COMM 110 (basic oral communication course) on a regular basis in both an on campus and online format . In addition, this position will a ssist in advising the Broadcasting and Digital Media Activities of the program (requires on-campus availability on several evenings and weekends), serve as advisor to the SMSU Media Production club, supervise the Media Creation Lab (part of the University’s Center for Online Learning and Teaching) , and a ssist in the redesign of curriculum as needed to ensure students are well prepared for careers. Based on experience and expertise , this position may also support other areas of the Communication Studies program such as Public Relations and Mass Communication Courses.
Requirements
- MFA or Ph.D. in Communication, Mass Communication, or closely related field
- Expertise in the area of film and/or artistic video production.
- Experience in teaching and supervising sports broadcasting.
- Expertise with media production software such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro, Camtasia, Audacity, etc.
- Possess an understanding of and appreciation for liberal education.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching online or through alternative modalities (hybrid, hyflex, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds and commitment to fostering a global perspective.
Nice To Haves
- Professional experience in narrative and/or documentary filmmaking.
- Experience with supervision of student media production activities.
- Post-secondary teaching experience.
- Experience in Public Relations.
Responsibilities
- Teaching courses in Broadcasting/Media as well as other areas of expertise.
- Responsible for teaching COMM 110 (basic oral communication course) on a regular basis in both an on campus and online format
- Assist in advising the Broadcasting and Digital Media Activities of the program (requires on-campus availability on several evenings and weekends)
- Serve as advisor to the SMSU Media Production club
- Supervise the Media Creation Lab (part of the University’s Center for Online Learning and Teaching)
- Assist in the redesign of curriculum as needed to ensure students are well prepared for careers.
- Support other areas of the Communication Studies program such as Public Relations and Mass Communication Courses.
Benefits
- 11 paid Holidays
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
- a Pension Plan
- 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
- pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
- employer paid life insurance
- short and long term disability
- professional development
- a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
