Strategic Communications & Digital Media Affiliate

Eastern University's College of Education; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern University in the Philadelphia area invites applications for an affiliate faculty position in Strategic Communication and Digital Media within the Department of Communication Studies. The appointment begins August 2026.

The department is small and collaborative, emphasizing mentoring and hands‑on learning. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. (ABD) or MFA with relevant digital media focus and a deep commitment to undergraduate education and faith‑integrated teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (ABD) in Communication, Media Studies, or a closely related field; or an MFA with specialization in digital media production and professional experience in strategic communication.
• Specialization in strategic communication or digital media.
• Experience with DaVinci Resolve or Adobe Creative Cloud, as well as Canon video equipment.
• Expert knowledge of social media and website platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts).
• Love of undergraduate teaching and a track record of student mentorship.
• Evidence of an active scholarly or creative agenda (peer‑reviewed publications or professional works).
• Religious commitment compatible with Eastern University’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3:4 load of undergraduate courses in the department’s curriculum.
• Teach courses including Public Relations, Social Media in Organizations, Writing for the Media, Photography, and Podcasting.
• Bring real‑world professional experience into the classroom through applied assignments and hands‑on student mentoring.
• Advise and mentor students in their academic and professional development.
• Serve the department.

Skills

Strategic communication

Digital media

Public relations

Social media platforms

Student mentorship

Undergraduate teaching

Education

Ph.D. (ABD) in Communication or Media Studies

MFA with digital media specialization

Tools

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe Creative Cloud

Canon video equipment

Job description

Eastern University in the Philadelphia area invites applications for an affiliate faculty position in Strategic Communication and Digital Media within the Department of Communication Studies. The appointment begins August 2026.

The department is small and collaborative, emphasizing mentoring and hands‑on learning. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. (ABD) or MFA with relevant digital media focus and a deep commitment to undergraduate education and faith‑integrated teaching.