Term Lecturer - Media Production & Documentary Journalism

University of Alaska; Anchorage, Northern (AK, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alaska Anchorage invites applications for a non-tenure track term assistant professor of journalism and public communications with a specialty in media production, documentary film, videography and/or multimedia journalism. The role focuses on hands-on teaching, mentoring students, and engaging with local communities in Alaska.

Located in Anchorage, AK, this full‑time 9‑month position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with a strong emphasis on teaching

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Journalism or closely related field by appointment; exceptions may be made for candidates with a master’s degree and seven+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Disciplinary expertise in media production, documentary film, videography and/or multimedia journalism.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching at the college/university level; experience with online or hybrid formats is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach hands-on production courses and mentor community-engaged projects that matter in Alaska.
• Support and mentor students; promote student success; apply innovative teaching practices.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and interdisciplinary collaboration as applicable.

Skills

Media production

Documentary film

Videography

Multimedia journalism

Education

Doctoral degree in Journalism

Master’s degree with seven+ years professional experience (advantage)

Job description

The University of Alaska Anchorage invites applications for a non-tenure track term assistant professor of journalism and public communications with a specialty in media production, documentary film, videography and/or multimedia journalism. The role focuses on hands-on teaching, mentoring students, and engaging with local communities in Alaska.

Located in Anchorage, AK, this full‑time 9‑month position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with a strong emphasis on teaching