Sam Houston State University - Huntsville, TX

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Huntsville, TX
10,001+ employees
Educational Services

About the position

The Department of Mass Communication at Sam Houston State University is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual for the position of Assistant Professor of Practice in Broadcast Journalism. This role is designed for candidates who possess hands-on experience in producing newscasts for both television and online media platforms. The successful applicant will be expected to create engaging news content tailored for social and mobile platforms, demonstrating expertise in broadcast interviewing and on-camera presentation techniques. The ideal candidate will have a robust professional background in broadcast journalism or production, complemented by a proven track record of teaching undergraduate courses in higher education. In this full-time, non-tenure track position, the selected candidate will be responsible for teaching four courses per semester. These courses will cover a range of topics, including television news production, studio production, broadcast performance, and the integration of broadcast journalism within digital video, audio, and streaming platforms. Additionally, the chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating operations for SHSU's cable station, Channel 7, and will contribute to various departmental and university-wide projects, enhancing the educational experience for students. This position is security-sensitive and subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which allows the employer to obtain criminal history record information. The position is set to begin in Fall 2025, providing an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a vibrant academic community that values professional development and work-life balance.

Responsibilities

  • Teach four undergraduate courses per semester in broadcast journalism and related fields.
  • Develop and deliver course content focusing on television news production, studio production, and broadcast performance.
  • Create engaging news content for television and online media platforms.
  • Coordinate operations for SHSU's cable station, Channel 7.
  • Contribute to departmental and university-wide projects.
  • Mentor and guide students in their academic and professional development.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in journalism or a closely related field (other degrees will be considered with commensurate experience).
  • 5-7 years of professional experience in broadcast journalism.
  • Proven track record of teaching undergraduate courses in higher education.

Nice-to-haves

  • Teaching and mentoring experience in higher education.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience and education.
  • Superior benefit package including educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
  • Flexible work environment fostering work/life balance.
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