Adjunct Instructor in Communication and Media Studies

Washington College; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington College seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Communication and Media Studies to deliver high-quality instruction in media production for majors and non-majors. This part-time role teaches one course per semester with potential renewal, emphasizing hands-on learning and timely communication with students and colleagues.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in Media Studies or related field, with professional video production/editing experience and prior teaching in higher education, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Media Studies or a closely related field.
• Professional experience in video production and editing.
• Teaching experience, preferably in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum with readings, assignments, projects, and homework.
• Teach in-person courses with weekly meetings as specified (3x50, 2x75, or 1x150 minutes).
• Provide feedback and grades for submitted work.
• Hold regular office hours.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teaching experience

Video production

Video editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Media Studies

Related field

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

Career Opportunities with Washington College

Adjunct Instructor in Communication and Media Studies

Washington College is seeking an adjunct instructor in Communication and Media Studies.

The Adjunct Instructor in Communication and Media Studies will deliver high-quality instruction in media production for both majors and non-majors. The person in this position will be expected to create a supportive learning environment for students, offer extensive opportunities for hands-on learning, and communicate in a timely manner with both students and colleagues. This is a part-time role teaching one course a semester with the possibility of renewal, depending on programmatic needs and funding availability.

Essential Functions

• Develop curriculum that includes readings, assignments and/or projects, and homework.
• Teach in person course, meeting weekly for either: three 50-minute classes, two 75-minute classes, or one 150-minute class.
• Provide feedback and grades for submitted work.
• Hold regular office hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Media Studies, Cinematography, Film Production, or another closely related field.
• Professional experience in video production and editing.
• Teaching experience, preferably in a higher ed setting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.