Assistant Lecturer in Department of Media

Ball State University; Indiana, Muncie (PA, IN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant Lecturer to join their Department of Media. This role focuses on teaching Media Promotion and Management, engaging students in storytelling and practical applications. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching practices. Join a collaborative and inclusive environment that values faculty and student success, contributing to a vibrant academic community. This is an excellent opportunity to inspire the next generation of media professionals while working in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Media or related field required.
• Experience in teaching at the college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Media Promotion and Management courses.
• Engage students in storytelling using industry tools.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Media Promotion

Media Management

Storytelling

Education

Master's degree in Media

Bachelor's degree with industry experience

Ph.D. or M.F.A in Media

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer-and the only recognized education institution-in the State of Indiana.
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The Department of Media at Ball State University welcomes applications for an Assistant Lecturer.

Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.

Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusiveness. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.

Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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The Department of Media at Ball State University is seeking a talented and dedicated educator to join our faculty as an Assistant Lecturer. This position will teach in the area of Media Promotion and Management. Teaching students is at the core of our mission and helping them understand how to tell stories, using the tools of their chosen trade is our goal. We strive to help students garner the skills to work in multiple roles across a variety of industries. Our students are trained in and on industry professional equipment as part of collaborative teams to tell stories of their generation. The Assistant Lecturer will work in newly renovated spaces and will be critical to our department and college mission.

Minimum qualifications include:
A Master's degree in Media, Media Management or related field by date of appointment, or a bachelor's degree with ten years of industry experience.

Preference will be given to candidates who have a Ph.D., M.F.A or Ed.D in Media, Media Management or a related field and have at least one year of teaching experience at the college level.

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Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

The salary range for this position is: $51,000 - $55,000

Position Title	Assistant Lecturer in Department of Media
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Appointment Type	Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment	FT Academic Year
Description
Minimum Qualifications
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
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Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
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Department	Department of Media:400060
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number	765-285-1740

Posting Detail Information

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring valuesand describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Paige Waters 765-285-1740, [e-mail]

Posting Number	202501439F
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/15/2025
Position End Date
Posting Date	02/25/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)	03/28/2025
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
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