Instructor/Studio Manager

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 86,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Journalism and Media Communication Department seeks a full-time non-tenure-track instructor of media production. The initial contract will be for three years with the possibility of moving to a continuing appointment or another contract appointment, contingent on performance reviews during the initial contract period.

This is a 12-month appointment. The department is a highly respected unit in the College of Liberal Arts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a media-related field (journalism, filmmaking, or communication).
• At least five years of professional media production experience (studio/field).
• Evidence of teaching or mentoring undergraduates or new professionals.
• Experience sourcing, purchasing, and managing studio equipment and tech.
• Strong communication and ability to build collaborations with media partners.
• Demonstrated ongoing training in production tech and teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses and design activities to support student success.
• Teach media production courses across TV/video, studio management, broadcasting, streaming, and film.
• Develop and maintain course materials, assessments, and records.
• Provide guidance and feedback to students and contribute to department goals.
• Manage professional TV and podcast studios in Clark Hall and JMC Department.
• Assist undergraduate recruiting and cultivate internships and industry relationships.
• Help foster campus and media partnerships that create studio revenue.

Skills

Media production

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Equipment management

Education

Bachelor's degree in media-related field

Job description

Position Summary:

The Journalism and Media Communication Department seeks to hire a full-time non-tenure-track instructor of media production. The initial instructor-level contract will be for three years with the possibility of moving to a continuing appointment or another contract appointment, contingent on performance reviews during the initial contract period. This is a 12-month appointment. The department is a highly respected unit in the College of Liberal Arts. A strong professional skills curriculum serves 450+ majors in an ACEJMC-accredited undergraduate program. A fully online undergraduate program launched in 2018 and currently serves an additional 70 undergraduate students. Roughly 50 graduate students are enrolled in the residential M.S. program in Journalism and Media Communication, and a Ph.D. program in Media Communication. A professionally focused Master’s in Communication and Media Management (MCMM) is offered remotely and serves roughly 40 students at any given time.

Essential Job Duties:

• Teach courses and design learning activities that support student success.


• Teach media production courses supporting the department’s curriculum in TV and video production, studio management, news and sports broadcasting, streaming, and documentary and narrative film.


• Develop and maintain course materials, assessments, and records.


• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to students while contributing to departmental goals.


• Manage the professional television and podcast studios in Clark Hall and in the JMC Department.


• Assist in undergraduate recruiting and will help cultivate internship and career relationships with relevant media organizations.


• Help foster campus and media industry partnerships that may result in new revenue streams for studio use and on-location production.

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for all new hires).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a media-related field, including journalism, filmmaking, media production, or communication.


• Five years of professional experience in media production (studio and/or in the field), broadcasting, podcasting, or multimedia storytelling, demonstrating creative talent and technical expertise.


• Evidence of teaching and/or mentoring undergraduates or new professionals in streaming, TV and video production, studio management, news and sports broadcasting, documentary and narrative film, and/or related areas.


• Experience sourcing, purchasing, planning, and management for equipment and technologies related to studio and field production.


• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with media organizations and partners.


• Evidence of continued training, education, and innovative planning in production, technologies, software, and/or teaching/mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six or more years of professional media production experience in both studio and field across media organizations, platforms, or formats (e.g., news, sports, documentary, streaming, or narrative film).


• Record of teaching excellence and innovation in media production, including both online and classroom course preparation and delivery.


• Professional media production experience and/or management in institutions of higher education.


• Experience collaborating in a campus environment across departments that utilize media production equipment and facilities, including working with instructors, students, and administration.


• Success in building external, cross-campus, and financial partnerships that support student learning initiatives and opportunities.

Salary Range:

Salary Range $86,000 - $90,000

Benefits:

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement:

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO:

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world. Prospective Employees, click here to learn more about CSU's perks and purpose. Current employees will need to apply for jobs in Workday.