"Instructor of Broadcast Production/Digital Cinematography, School of Communication & Mass Media"

Instructor of Broadcast Production/Digital Cinematography, School of Communication & Mass Media

Company: Northwest Missouri State University

Job Location:

Category: Digital Arts

Type: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track position

PRIMARY DUTY: A nine-month teaching position responsible for providing instruction within the School of Communication & Mass Media. The successful candidate will exhibit the ability to use computer application software relevant to the discipline. The new faculty member will engage in a practical, hands-on program of teaching. We are seeking an individual who will become an integral and creative member of a diversified and active mass media faculty.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Teach introductory audio/video courses, basic and advanced video production courses, and introductory courses in digital media
2. Facilitate media development from conceptual design through content delivery
3. Advise student organizations dealing with video production
4. Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s degree in a related field

Certification/License: Driver’s license

Skills: Ability to use and instruct students on current video hardware and software products such as Adobe Creative Suite and ProTools

WORKING CONDITIONS: Consistent with Mass Media area goals, the candidate should be able to facilitate media development from conceptual design through content delivery. The School of Communication and Mass Media is a collegial, team-based, modern academic environment with current video and audio equipment. Each faculty member has an individual office with internet access, with a University laptop (wired and wireless available).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Expectation of advising student organizations dealing with video production

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Studio and ENG broadcast equipment, digital cinematography production equipment

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to complete essential functions in the classroom and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

SALARY: Competitive market-based

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of application files will begin immediately

DATE AVAILABLE: January 2026 or August 2026

TO APPLY: Follow the steps of the online application process. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1121 or email ewilmes@nwmissouri.edu if more information is needed regarding the process.

APPLICATION MATERIALS: Resume/curriculum vita, letter of application, contact information for three professional references, video portfolio, evidence of teaching success/potential, and unofficial transcripts (Video portfolios can be sent to Dr. Matt Walker if they are not able to be uploaded with the rest of the application materials.)

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