Teaching Assistant Professor - Reed School of Media and Communications

Job Details

The West Virginia University Reed School of Media and Communications seeks a dynamic, collegial faculty member for a hybrid position who will combine teaching courses in the Reed School with recruiting, training, and supervising students who work with WVU Athletics on media operations and productions.

Primary Objectives:

• Deliver high-quality academic instruction aligned with current sports media industry practices
• Mentor and supervise students in live, real-world athletics media environments
• Enhance WVU Athletics' media output
• Serve as a liaison between the Reed School and WVU Athletics media operations

Key Responsibilities

Academic Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in topics including: Live sports video and digital production; Digital media tools, including AI, for brand promotion and audience engagement; Sports video reporting, storytelling, and production
• Ensure program curriculum aligns with industry standards and emerging technologies
• Advise and mentor students pursuing careers in sports media and communications
• Supervise internships and practicum courses throughout the year
• Assist with planning and execution of annual week-long high school summer media camp
• Participate in departmental service

Athletics Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, assign, and supervise students working with WVU Athletics on game-day operations and feature storytelling
• Work daily with Assistant Athletics Director for Broadcasting to assign crew for all events
• Assist in developing content strategies consistent with NCAA, Big 12 Conference, ESPN, and WVU Athletics' guidelines
• Attend weekly ESPN content meetings

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Sports Media, or related field (Master's preferred)
• Minimum three years of professional experience working in broadcast sports production
• Demonstrated experience teaching, mentoring, or supervising students
• Demonstrated experience in live video production, digital media platforms, new media tools and technologies, and audience analytics
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within a Division I university Athletics Department
• Prior collegiate-level teaching experience
• Familiarity with NCAA rules and compliance standards

DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin Summer 2026. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Application: Cover letter, Curriculum vitae, Three references who may be contacted. Additional materials may be requested later.

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