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SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY Assistant Professor of Mass Communication (Sports Media Production) in HUNTSVILLE, Texas
[Department: Dept of Mass Communication [Full-Time Tenure Track [Open until filled: Yes [Requisition number: 202400037F
**[Usual duties: [The Department of Mass Communication at Sam Houston State University welcomes applications for the tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sports Media Production. The position begins Fall 2025.
[The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of all phases of television and video production, with the ability to teach multi-camera production in both field and studio settings. Class assignments will largely support the growing sports media minor, with 3 courses per semester in Sports Media Production, Multi-Camera Field Production, including remote van operation and video editing, a practicum course offering hands-on experience in live sports recording and production, and Multi-Camera Studio Production. The faculty member may also create and launch new sports media and/or production courses, based on their expertise.
[The selected candidate will oversee the departments National Sports Media Association chapter, assist with department and university production projects, and manage activities in the production studios. As a tenure-track faculty member, the selected candidate is required to engage in research and/or creative activity. The faculty member should also expect to participate in departmental and university service and remain active in the field, reflecting such activity in teaching and student engagement.
**[Degree Requirements: [A Ph.D. in mass communication or a closely related field. ABD will be considered, but the candidate must complete all degree requirements by the appointment start date.
**[Experience Requirements: [Experience in sports media/sports production, including a professional portfolio. Skills and experience in camera operation, live directing, technical directing, audio operation, studio setup, lighting, and video editing
*[Other Requirements for the Position: *[Preferred Qualifications: [5 or more years of sports production experience [Teaching experience in higher education
[Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
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