Media Operations Instructor

Jsclarkcharter; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 K

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

An educational institution in Opelousas is looking for a Media Operations Instructor to lead their media production and broadcasting program. The role includes teaching students in journalism, radio, and video broadcasting while handling technical production for athletic events. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of professional experience in live broadcast production. Additional qualifications in teaching or mentoring students are preferred, as well as proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in live broadcast production.
• Experience teaching or mentoring students in media production.

Responsibilities

• Lead media production and broadcasting program.
• Train students in journalism and video broadcasting.
• Serve as technical director/producer for athletic events.

Skills

Live broadcast production

Teaching ability

Technical direction

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Audition

Job description

JS Clark Leadership Academy is seeking a dynamic, experienced Media Operations Instructor to lead our growing media production and broadcasting program. This role combines hands‑on teaching with real‑world production responsibilities. The instructor will train students in journalism, radio and video broadcasting, social media strategy, and advertising while serving as the technical director/producer for all school athletic events. The ideal candidate is both an educator and a skilled broadcast engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced, live‑production environment.

Required Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Production, Radio/TV/Film, or closely related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in live broadcast production (sports preferred), including roles such as technical director, broadcast engineer, producer, or director of photography.
• Experience teaching or mentoring high school or college students in media production (strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition).
• Passion for developing the next generation of broadcasters, journalists, and content creators.

401 K, Health and Dental insurance

Requirements:

Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred: at least 2 year of experience in education