Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication, or a related field (Master's preferred)
Professional experience in journalism (broadcast, digital, or multimedia)
Experience working with DSLR cameras, audio recorders, microphones, and mobile journalism tools
Proficiency in audio and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite or similar)
Familiarity with audio-visual storytelling formats and newsroom practices
Ability to teach foundational production skills and concepts clearly
Preferred
Master's Degree
Prior college-level teaching experience
Physical and Other Requirements
May require standing for long periods of time
May require talking for long periods of time
May require carrying course materials
Modality:
In-person only
Pay Transparency:
Adjunct compensation is determined by education and relevant work experience. Learn more about the adjunct pay structure and the University's approach to pay and benefits transparency.
Notice to Out of State Applicants:
Benefits
Equity / stock options
Additional Information
Position Title:
Adjunct, Multimedia Journalism
Time Type:
Part time
Position Summary and Qualifications:
The Department of Communication, Film and Journalism at St. Joseph's University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor to teach Multimedia Journalism, a foundational course in audio-visual storytelling in person at our Hawk Hill campus in Philadelphia. This course introduces students to the practice and ethics of multimedia journalism across audio, video, and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will bring both professional journalism experience and a commitment to undergraduate teaching.
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Saint Joseph's University (SJU) offers a wide variety of bachelor's, master's, doctoral, associate and certifi cate programs. With a commitment to personalized attention through a low faculty to student ratio, SJU may call on the expertise of adjunct instructors to complement the work of full-time faculty across all of its colleges and schools.
SJU appoints part-time, non-tenure track adjunct instructors on a semester-to-semester basis with no guarantee of consecutive appointments. Re-appointment is based on university need, student enrollment, and satisfactory performance. Applicants for these positions are screened on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Teaching responsibilities are assigned by the department chair. Compensation for adjunct instructors is commensurate with educational credentials, professional, experience and instructional background. Adjunct instructors are bound to the terms and conditions of employment at Saint Joseph's University, including but not limited to the Faculty Handbook. More information about SJU's academic programs is available online at: www.sju.edu/degree-programs.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Design and deliver engaging in-person lectures, workshops, and hands-on production assignments
Instruct students in audio, video, and multimedia storytelling techniques
Provide guidance on field reporting, interviewing, and ethical journalism practices
Evaluate student work and provide timely, constructive feedback
Support students in developing technical proficiency and critical media literacy
Holding regular office hours.
Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically.
Provide support and guidance to students
Instruct an assigned course providing syllabi and other instructional materials
Use of university learning management systems to deliver instruction
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