Media Studies & Communications Professor

Paine; Augusta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Paine College invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Media Studies and Mass Communications. The incoming assistant professor/instructor will teach undergraduate courses, develop engaging content, advise students, and support experiential learning through media projects and internships.

The position contributes to curriculum development, program assessment, recruitment, and governance, while advancing a mission to prepare students for diverse media careers in a rapidly evolving

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.

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.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Communication skills

Student advising

Education

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

Job description

Paine College invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Media Studies and Mass Communications. The incoming assistant professor/instructor will teach undergraduate courses, develop engaging content, advise students, and support experiential learning through media projects and internships.

The position contributes to curriculum development, program assessment, recruitment, and governance, while advancing a mission to prepare students for diverse media careers in a rapidly evolving