Talladega College is seeking an Instructor of Media Production for its Mass Media Studies program with teaching specialization in mass communication with an emphasis in digital skills, including video, broadcast and multiplatform production. Applications are welcome from those with industry experience and/or those with experience teaching a wide array of topics within the multimedia communication fields, specifically broadcast and video production, and basic visual presentation and reporting. This is a non-tenure-track, nine-month position that reports to the Mass Media Studies Department Chair and is slated to begin August 2024.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Mass Media Studies program, including broadcast reporting and media production-related courses.
• Instruct students in the operation of equipment used in television and multimedia production, including cameras, editing software, and other relevant tools in classroom or mentorship settings.
• Remain abreast of current and rapidly changing technology applications across media platforms.
• Establish and maintain inventory system for production equipment and tools used in the program (in collaboration with the Department Chair and Dean).
• Teach major courses in traditional, blended, and online formats.
• Advise Mass Media Studies majors (includes evaluating student transfer credit when the student initially enrolls at the college).
• Help recruit and retain students.
• Serve on division and college committees.
• Help facilitate senior projects, internships, etc.
• Meet established deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair, Dean, or Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs

1. A terminal degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Mass Media Studies, or a related field is strongly preferred. A master’s degree with substantial industry experience is suitable.
2. Successful college teaching experience in one of the above disciplines.
3. Possess stellar customer services skills.
4. Be a team player.
5. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
6. Successful experience using and incorporating technology in and out of the classroom.
7. Demonstrated experience or ability to effectively work with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse collegiate community.

• Media industry experience and/or experience teaching topics within the video production, multimedia and digital communication fields, including basic media writing, visual and other digital skills.
• Demonstration of familiarity with industry-standard equipment, tools and software in television and multimedia production, specifically Final Cut and Adobe Creative Cloud (especially Premier, InDesign and Photoshop)
• Familiarity with Associated Press style.
• Familiarity with newsroom structures and demands, including deadlines and production standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty and administration to advance the program.

Applications must include:

1. A Talladega College application
2. A cover letter addressing the qualifications
3. A current résumé and portfolio (if available)
4. Copies of transcripts
5. At least 3 professional references

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