University of West Georgia
Assistant Professor – Tenure Track
Digital and Social Media Communication
School of Communication, Film, and Media
About Us
Welcome to one of the most dynamic universities in the nation.
Since 1906, UWG has been home to those who are eager to learn, grow, and advance. Now, nearly 13,000 students from across Georgia, 31 states and 62 countries call UWG home. With 95+ undergraduate programs and concentrations, and 35 master’s, specialist, and doctoral degree programs, our institution builds capacity to help develop talent pipelines for in-demand industries. Today, we’re a regional powerhouse, making an economic impact of more than $633 million in the region and state.
With our main campus in Carrollton (GA) and presences in Douglasville (GA), Newnan (GA), and online, we take pride in working every day to curate a first-choice university by making a difference in the lives of our students, alumni, industry partners, and the communities we serve.
The academic enterprise of the university is organized into our College of Arts, Culture, and Scientific Inquiry; College of Education; Richards College of Business; University College; School of Communication, Film, and Media; Tanner Health System School of Nursing; Honors College; Graduate School; UWG Newnan; and our UWG Douglasville Center.
School Information
The School of Communication, Film, and Media (SCFM) at the University of West Georgia is a recipient of the University System of Georgia’s Regents’ Award for Teaching Excellence and is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC). We are committed to invested teaching, experiential learning opportunities, and connectedness between students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Our award-winning faculty are a diverse group of communication, film, and media professionals and scholars whose primary mission is to provide students with the best educational experience while preparing them to succeed in the field.
SCFM is home to Nexus degrees in Digital Entertainment, Esports, and Game Development and Film & Television Production, undergraduate degrees in Film & Video Production and Mass Communications, and a graduate degree in Digital and Social Media Communication. Mass Communications majors may choose from one of four concentrations: 1) Digital Media & Entertainment, 2) Film & Video Production, 3) Journalism, and 4) Public Relations, and all students have access to our cutting-edge experiential learning labs, which include bluestone Public Relations Firm, The West Georgian, WOLF Radio, WOLF Sports Network, and WUTV, as well as SCFM Productions, which produces video-marketing content for internal and external clients. Located less than an hour west of Atlanta, a top-10 U.S. media market, the School partners with a mix of professionals to offer networking, professional development, and internship opportunities.
Job Summary
The School of Communication, Film, and Media at the University of West Georgia invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Digital and Social Media Communication to begin August 1, 2024.
The successful candidate should be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to digital and social media. Courses will include primarily digital social media and society, digital media industries, digital media programming and management, digital content creation and distribution, storytelling, analytics and evaluation, writing across media, and digital strategy and promotions. Ability to teach mass communication law, research methods, or theory at the undergraduate and graduate levels as well as television and audio production, and/or photojournalism at the undergraduate level is a plus. Additionally, the successful candidate may be assigned to teach core courses as well as courses that support other concentrations, e.g., introduction to mass communications, media ethics, diversity and media, and/or special topics.
The successful candidate will be expected to engage in teaching, professional growth and development activity (e.g., research/scholarship, creative activity, and/or professional practice), and service at the School, University, and/or system levels.
Required Qualifications
Requires a terminal degree (M.F.A. or Ph.D.) in the discipline, e.g., radio/television/digital communication, mass communication, or a closely related field; at least three years of professional experience; and scholarship and service commensurate with rank.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong commitment to the collaborative process within our School, as well as with other academic programs and/or the community.
- Ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging including experience with inclusive pedagogies, scholarship relating to under-represented communities and social justice, and/or related service work.
- Expertise with Adobe Creative Cloud (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Adobe Audition) and other related software.
- Experience teaching hybrid and fully online courses.
To Apply
Applicants should apply online at www.westga.edu/hr. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, submit all materials by March 21, 2024.
Required Documents to Attach
- Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Digital Portfolio or Link to a Portfolio Website, if available
- Contact Information for three references will be required for finalists
Only complete applications will be considered.
UWG embraces diversity and inclusion, recognizing the valuable contributions of each member of our faculty, staff, and student body. Therefore, applicants should describe in their letter of application how their teaching contributes to diverse communities.
Proposed Salary
Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications, pending funding availability.
Contact Information
Questions may be addressed to the SCFM Dean’s Office at .
Conditions of Employment
Position is contingent upon funding, and the University System of Georgia Board of Regents requires the completion of a background check as a prior condition of employment.
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Please be advised that should you be recommended for a position, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents policy requires the completion of a background check as a prior condition of employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50
Augusta University
Assistant Professor in Communication (Journalism)
Job ID: 223893
The Department of Communication at Augusta University is seeking applicants for tenure-track Assistant Professor in Journalism position. The preferred candidate will be expected to teach introductory media writing, intermediate and advanced reporting, and media law and ethics. We seek candidates who have professional experience in journalism. Our ideal candidate would also be able to teach sports journalism courses, including esports, as well as podcasting. The candidate will maintain a robust record of research, serve on department and college committees, and must be able to work well with both colleagues and students. This is a tenure-track faculty position (9-month contract) with duties anticipated to begin in August 2024.
Responsibilities
Teach five courses per year as assigned by chair. These will include courses in introductory media writing, intermediate and advanced reporting, and media law and ethics and possible others such as esports and podcasting.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D., J.D., or M.F.A. in communication, journalism, mass communication, or media studies, or a closely related discipline.
Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:
- Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)’s requirements for institutional accreditation;
- Evidence of ability as a teacher;
- Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
- Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
- Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Active publication record
- Professional experience in Journalism
- Ability to teach esports shout casting or podcasting courses
Shift/Salary/Benefits
This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlined in offer letter an annual contract.
The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0.
Assistant Professor: Compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but no limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc., while also considering internal equity and market data.
College/Department Information
The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences forms the heart of the liberal arts mission of Augusta University. We foster critical thinking about complex questions of the human experience; cultivate skills in written, verbal, and creative expression; promote active citizenship and community engagement; and prepare graduates for diverse careers in quickly changing globalized environments. Our faculty and staff share a deep commitment to developing the intellectual potential of our students. We offer many undergraduate degrees as well as select graduate and minor programs that allow our students to gain the knowledge and skills that will transfer to career success. Explore opportunities for growth, including undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and community service.
The Department of Communication at Augusta University prepares students for today’s rapidly changing workplace and emphasizes transferable skills that employers demand in dynamic, creative, and team-oriented environments. In preparation for their career endeavors, our majors develop high professional and ethical standards while coming to appreciate both the innovative nature of modern communication and the importance of enduring democratic values in a free and open society. The department offers an integrated curriculum with the goal of producing graduates with a broad knowledge of communication, including the fundamental skills of the professions and an understanding of the theoretic, legal, and ethical dimensions of communication. The department’s areas of study include communication studies, journalism, public relations, and audio and video production. The department has a video production lab, a student newspaper and magazine, student-produced podcasts, a scholarly journal, and several student organizations, including the Media Club and the Society of Professional Journalists. The Augusta University Department of Communication website is: https://www.augusta.edu/pamplin/communication/index.php.
About Us
Augusta University is Georgia’s innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia’s cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia’s only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.
Location
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Conditions of Employment
All candidates are required to successfully pass a background check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How to Apply
To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs.
Please upload your Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Philosophy Statement, Research Statement, and a List of Three References with Contact Information as one document. We will begin reviewing applications on February 26, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. “Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success.”
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.