Instructors of Journalism and Strategic Communication

Ball State University•Muncie, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The School of Journalism and Strategic Communication is a supportive community of faculty, staff, and students driven to pursue knowledge and share truth that spurs progress and adds value to our world. Our faculty are expert researchers and practitioners in journalism and strategic communication dedicated to outfitting students with the expertise, confidence, and connections to lead our fields. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in advertising, journalism, public relations, sports administration, mass communications, or field related to the classes taught by the date of appointment.
OR A Bachelor’s Degree and evidence demonstrating a high level of professional proficiency and expertise in advertising, journalism, public relations, sports public relations, mass communications, or field related to the classes taught by the date of appointment.
Evidence may include: (1) high-quality portfolio and/or résumé including 5+ years of experience in relation to courses to be taught;(2) evidence of leadership/management experience and/or evidence of professional experience in highly competitive professional media environments;(3) nationally recognized license or certification;(4) significant professional awards; OR(5) high-quality peer-reviewed scholarly and/or juried creative activities.
Current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Terminal degree from an accredited college or university in advertising, journalism, public relations, mass communications, or related field relevant to the classes taught
five years teaching experience
five years professional media experience

Responsibilities

Teach online and/or on-campus, undergraduate and/or graduate courses beginning in Fall 2026 in advertising, journalism, media analytics, AI, public relations, sports public relations, design and/or photojournalism.