What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Faculty: NYC - Launching a Podcast in the Creator Economy (Summer 26) position at Syracuse University?
Job Description
The Syracuse University Newhouse NYC is seeking an adjunct instructor for JNL 500 Launching a Podcast in the Creator Economy. The adjunct instructor will teach this 1-credit course on Wednesdays 6:00pm-9:10pm during the Summer 2026 semester for 5 weeks which begins on July 8 and ends on August 5. This position is based in NYC (classes cannot meet virtually).
Course Description: This course is designed to help students create a podcast that can actually exist beyond the classroom. By the end of the course, students will have the tools and confidence to take an idea and turn it into a real, launch-ready show. Podcasting today is about much more than recording audio – it’s storytelling, production, community building, and learning how to position your show in a crowded media landscape. The course will cover what it takes to build a podcast from the ground up, from developing a strong concept to planning episodes, booking guests, creating promotional assets, and thinking through social media and brand partnership strategies. The goal is for every student to leave with something they could genuinely release and continue building after the course ends.
This position is located at the Fisher Center, Syracuse University’s consolidated academic campus at 136 Madison Avenue, NY, NY The expected salary range forthis position is $1,700 per credit hour.
Qualifications
It is understood that teaching assignments may include the following:
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of 3 references.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
The Syracuse University Newhouse NYC is seeking an adjunct instructor for JNL 500 Launching a Podcast in the Creator Economy. The adjunct instructor will teach this 1-credit course on Wednesdays 6:00pm-9:10pm during the Summer 2026 semester for 5 weeks which begins on July 8 and ends on August 5. This position is based in NYC (classes cannot meet virtually).
Course Description: This course is designed to help students create a podcast that can actually exist beyond the classroom. By the end of the course, students will have the tools and confidence to take an idea and turn it into a real, launch-ready show. Podcasting today is about much more than recording audio – it’s storytelling, production, community building, and learning how to position your show in a crowded media landscape. The course will cover what it takes to build a podcast from the ground up, from developing a strong concept to planning episodes, booking guests, creating promotional assets, and thinking through social media and brand partnership strategies. The goal is for every student to leave with something they could genuinely release and continue building after the course ends.
This position is located at the Fisher Center, Syracuse University’s consolidated academic campus at 136 Madison Avenue, NY, NY The expected salary range forthis position is $1,700 per credit hour.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is required, master’s degree preferred.
- Teaching experience is preferred although not required.
- Please send a CV along with a cover letter and 3 references.
- Significant amount of professional experience in the creator space and also has worked on or created their own podcast.
- This candidate will also have enough influence and relationships to provide students with opportunities to engage with industry professionals either in a classroom setting or in the workplace.
- Experience in Adobe Premiere, Adobe Podcasts, Zencastr, Riverside and CapCut.
It is understood that teaching assignments may include the following:
- Developing a syllabus.
- Ordering in advance books and materials for students in the class to purchase on or before the first day of classes.
- Preparing for classes.
- Holding office hours each week to meet with students in the class and others.
- Grading in a timely manner student assignments and examinations for the course; and turning in mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
- Ability to instruct the class on the days and times it is designated to meet.
- Ability to hold office hours on campus.
- Ability to grade all assignments and examinations.
- Ability to operate standard classroom instructional technology, which may include computer, projector, document camera, etc.
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of 3 references.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
Salary : $1,700