Location
University, MO | United States
Job description
Instructor I - Journalism/Photojournalism/Broadcasting
About Western Kentucky University:
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 15,035 students (29% first generation, 18% underrepresented minority) and just over 2,500 faculty and staff employees.
Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community to embrace diversity by building equitable and inclusive learning, working, and living environments. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our diverse and evolving communities.
Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.
Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about .
Job Description:
Western Kentucky University's School of Media & Communication is seeking a non-tenure eligible full-time faculty member to join our team in August 2024 at the rank of Instructor I. The successful candidate will teach introductory courses required for Broadcasting, Journalism, and Visual Journalism and Photography majors that develop foundational skills in various forms of media, including photography, video, writing and design. Other responsibilities include teaching additional courses in the School, student advising, Mountain Workshops administration, Hearst Competition coordination and other service to the School and University, as requested by the Director of the School of Media & Communication.
Requirements:
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
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