Assistant Professor of Practice in Mass Communication (Broadcast Journalism)
Sam Houston State University
Application
Details
Posted: 09-Aug-24
Location: Huntsville, Texas
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 39949
Requisition: 202400107F
Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range:
Salary commensurate with experience and education.
Department: Dept of Mass Communication
General Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and mentoring experience in higher education
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
The Department of Mass Communication at Sam Houston State University is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Practice in Broadcast Journalism.
We are looking for a candidate with hands-on experience in producing newscasts for television and online media platforms, creating news content for social and mobile platforms, and expertise in broadcast interviewing and on-camera presentation techniques.
The ideal candidate should have a professional background in broadcast journalism or production and a proven track record of teaching undergraduate courses in higher education.
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching four courses per semester, focusing on topics such as television news production, studio production, broadcast performance, and broadcast journalism in digital video, audio, and streaming platforms.
Additionally, the chosen candidate will play a key role in coordinating operations for SHSU's cable station, Channel 7, and contributing to various departmental and university-wide projects.
This position will begin in Fall 2025.
Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
MA in journalism or closely related field (other degrees will be considered with commensurate experience).
Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
5 – 7 years of professional experience in broadcast journalism.
About Sam Houston State University
For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.
SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.
Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges th...e university's significant commitment to service.
Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.
SHSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215. SHSU is committed to promoting a campus culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. The University acknowledges and values our responsibility to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment where students, faculty, staff, and community recognize the benefits of collaboration and mutual respect through diverse identities and experiences.
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