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Job Title: Limited Term Faculty - Mass Media
Location: Valdosta State University
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 294592
About Us
As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.
Blazer Creed
Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.
Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.
Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.
Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.
As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.
Job Summary
The Department of Communication Arts at Valdosta State University seeks applicants for a non-tenure track, faculty position in Mass Media for the 2026-2027 academic year beginning August 1, 2026, and ending May 10, 2027. Position is responsible for teaching in the candidate's area of expertise and providing service to the department, college, and university.
Review of completed applications will begin May 31, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For additional information, please contact Ian Andersen, Interim Department Head, Communication Arts, via email igandersen@valdosta.edu.
Application Materials Should Include
Responsibilities
This position carries a standard 5/5 teaching load during the fall and spring semesters and is primarily responsible for teaching media production courses, including audio production, video and studio production, and field production. Teaching assignments may also include broadcasting and media workshops, as well as theory and content courses such as Introduction to Mass Media, Media Law and Ethics, Electronic Media Production, and Media Criticism, based on departmental needs and the candidate¿s qualifications. In addition to teaching, faculty are expected to contribute through departmental, university, and community service.
Typical Allocation of Duties:
Teaching and Service - 100%
Teaches classes and meets assigned service obligations.
Required Qualifications
Commensurate with experience.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants Are Required To Provide
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.
Background Check
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings, apply for a job on this site, or participate in the search process as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, in the Office of Human Resources at croark@valdosta.edu.
Location: Valdosta State University
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 294592
About Us
As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.
Blazer Creed
Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.
Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.
Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.
Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.
As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.
Job Summary
The Department of Communication Arts at Valdosta State University seeks applicants for a non-tenure track, faculty position in Mass Media for the 2026-2027 academic year beginning August 1, 2026, and ending May 10, 2027. Position is responsible for teaching in the candidate's area of expertise and providing service to the department, college, and university.
Review of completed applications will begin May 31, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For additional information, please contact Ian Andersen, Interim Department Head, Communication Arts, via email igandersen@valdosta.edu.
Application Materials Should Include
- CV
- Letter of interest
- Unofficial transcripts
- List of three professional references with contact information (including email)
Responsibilities
This position carries a standard 5/5 teaching load during the fall and spring semesters and is primarily responsible for teaching media production courses, including audio production, video and studio production, and field production. Teaching assignments may also include broadcasting and media workshops, as well as theory and content courses such as Introduction to Mass Media, Media Law and Ethics, Electronic Media Production, and Media Criticism, based on departmental needs and the candidate¿s qualifications. In addition to teaching, faculty are expected to contribute through departmental, university, and community service.
Typical Allocation of Duties:
Teaching and Service - 100%
Teaches classes and meets assigned service obligations.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in mass media or a closely related field completed by the appointment hire date
- Demonstrated commitment to effective teaching and student learning
- Demonstrated ability to foster a professional, respectful, and engaging classroom environment
- Evidence of effective teaching appropriate to the applicant¿s career stage
- Professional experience in media production, including audio, video, studio, field production, and/or broadcasting
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative and team-based settings
- Experience mentoring and advising students in academic or applied production environments
Commensurate with experience.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants Are Required To Provide
- professional references with current contact information
- documentation of academic credentials
- employment history
- ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment,
- view social media outlets, and
- remove job postings without additional notification.
- successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check
- reference checks
- satisfactory credit check
- successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
- pre-employment drug testing
- confirmation of credentials
- New employee orientation
- VSU's Annual Compliance Training:
- USG Ethics Policy
- Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy
- Drug Free Workplace
- Sexual Misconduct and Title IX
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Motor Vehicle Policy
- Workers Compensation (new hires)
- Georgia Open Records Act (new hires)
- USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly)
- Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Worker's Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.
Background Check
- Standard
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings, apply for a job on this site, or participate in the search process as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, in the Office of Human Resources at croark@valdosta.edu.