Adjunct Instructor of Advertising and Public Relations

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Texas is seeking an Adjunct Instructor of Advertising and Public Relations to join the Mayborn School of Journalism. This role involves teaching various advertising and public relations courses for the upcoming semesters, namely Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field and relevant professional experience.

With a focus on cultivating a diverse learning environment, the ideal candidate will support students from various backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and engagement. The position is located in Denton, Texas, providing an opportunity at a distinguished institution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field required.
• Extensive professional experience in Advertising or Public Relations.
• Three years of full-time experience in media and/or college teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach advertising and public relations courses based on department needs.
• Engage with diverse student populations and foster an inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Professional experience in Advertising

Professional experience in Public Relations

Communication skills

Quantitative methods

Ad Management

Ad Copywriting

Research and Campaign Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Master's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor of Advertising and Public Relations

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci

Department: UNT-Mayborn Sch of Journal-Gen-138000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Varies based on experience.

FTE: Varies based on assignment

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism is an ACEJMC-accredited school with the only professionally accredited journalism master’s program in the four-state region of Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arkansas. The school is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, in one of the largest media markets in the country. We offer journalism classes in public relations, advertising, print/digital, broadcast/digital, and photojournalism. The Mayborn enrolls approximately 750 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students. Graduates have won many national and international awards, including Pulitzer Prizes. The school offers students multi-platform professional opportunities including the award winning North Texas Daily student newspaper, Denton Public Access TV, and student-run photography and ad/PR agencies. The school also hosts the annual Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference, the nationally acclaimed conference for aspiring and experienced writers, journalists and authors.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.

Anticipated Need Is For

• Advertising Technology
• Programmatic Advertising
• Advertising analytics
• Advertising Media Buying and Planning
• Influencer Marketing
• Ad Management
• Ad Copywriting
• Ad Art Direction
• Research and Campaign Evaluation
• Quantitative Methods
• Computer Applications for Ad and PR
• PR for Non-Profits
• Strategic Social Media Sports Media Relations
• Public Relations Writing

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field and extensive professional experience in Advertising or Public Relations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in journalism or related field and three years full-time experience in media and/or college teaching

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit–and takes actions to prevent–discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.