Assistant Professor / Instructor of Media Studies & Mass Communications

Paine College; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Paine College invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Media Studies/Mass Communications. The College seeks a student-centered educator with experience in media, mass communications, television and video production, film, digital media, journalism, or related fields.

The candidate will help grow the Media Studies program and prepare students for careers in a dynamic media environment. The position involves teaching, mentoring, and advising undergraduates, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary media, communication, and production practices.
• Ability to teach, mentor, and support undergraduate students effectively.
• Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills.
• Commitment to student success and the mission of a historically Black college.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Media Studies and Mass Communications.
• Develop engaging, current course content integrating theory with practice.
• Provide academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance to students.
• Support experiential learning through media productions, internships, and portfolios.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and recruitment.
• Participate in faculty governance and professional development.
• Support the use and growth of media production resources and facilities.

Education

Master's degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Communication, Film/Television Production, Journalism, Digital Media, or closely related discipline

Terminal degree in Communication, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Film/Television, Journalism, or related discipline

Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary media, communication, and/or production practices

Ability to teach, mentor, and support undergraduate students effectively

Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills

Commitment to student success and to the mission and educational environment of a historically Black college

Experience teaching across both theoretical and applied areas of the Media Studies curriculum

Experience with professional production equipment, editing/post-production technologies, and contemporary digital workflows

Tools

Editing/Post-production technologies

Contemporary digital workflows

Job description

Position Summary

Paine College invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Media Studies/Mass Communications. The College seeks an innovative, student-centered educator with academic and/or professional experience in media, mass communication, television and video production, film, digital media, journalism, or a closely related field. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth of the Media Studies program and help prepare students for careers in a rapidly evolving media and communication environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Media Studies and Mass Communications in accordance with assigned faculty workload.
• Develop engaging, current, and academically rigorous course content that integrates theory with practical application.
• Provide academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance to students.
• Support experiential learning through media productions, student projects, internships, portfolio development, and related activities.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, recruitment, retention, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in faculty governance, committee service, professional development, and other institutional service responsibilities.
• Support the responsible use, development, and growth of the College's media production resources and instructional facilities.

Potential Teaching Assignments

• Introduction to Electronic Media
• Media & Society
• Film Appreciation
• Television Production
• Media Law & Ethics
• Screenwriting
• Video and Digital Media Production
• Journalism and News Writing
• Media Production and Storytelling
• Other Media Studies/Mass Communications courses consistent with the candidate's expertise and program needs

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mass Communication, Media Studies, Communication, Film/Television Production, Journalism, Digital Media, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary media, communication, and/or production practices.
• Ability to teach, mentor, and support undergraduate students effectively.
• Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills.
• Commitment to student success and to the mission and educational environment of a historically Black college.

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Communication, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Film/Television, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• College-level teaching experience.
• Professional experience in television, film, video production, journalism, broadcasting, digital media, or related media industries.
• Experience with professional production equipment, editing/post-production technologies, and contemporary digital workflows.
• Experience supervising student media, production projects, internships, experiential learning, or portfolio development.
• Ability to teach across both theoretical and applied areas of the Media Studies curriculum.

Candidates possessing substantial professional media experience in combination with appropriate graduate credentials are strongly encouraged to apply. Appointment at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level will be based on the candidate's academic credentials, professional background, and applicable institutional requirements.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range is $40,000 - $68,000 annually. Final compensation will be based on academic credentials, professional experience, teaching experience, faculty rank, institutional needs, and other applicable qualifications.

Application Materials

• Letter of interest / cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae or resume
• Unofficial graduate transcripts
• Contact information for professional references
• Examples of professional media work, demo reel, portfolio, or other creative work, when applicable

Application submission instructions and any additional Human Resources requirements should be included in the final posting issued by Paine College.

About The School

The mission of the School of Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, & Media Studies is to prepare, empower, and transform students through rigorous, interdisciplinary, culturally responsive, and experiential education. The School develops critical thinking, ethical reasoning, communication, creativity, research, and professional skills, equipping graduates to lead, serve, and contribute meaningfully to diverse communities and an evolving global society.

About Paine College

Founded in 1882, Paine College is a private historically Black college located in Augusta, Georgia. The College is committed to academic excellence, leadership development, service, and preparing students to become scholars, servant leaders, and agents of social change.