Instructor, School of Communication & Mass Media

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Term appointment, renewable each year

PRIMARY DUTY:  A nine-month teaching position responsible for providing instruction within the School of Communication & Mass Media. The successful candidate will teach lower and upper division courses in Advertising and Digital Media and develop/or restructure courses to match industry needs. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching within a comprehensive state University and engagement in student and University service.
A nine-month teaching position responsible for providing instruction in advertising (primary area of teaching), search engine optimization, social media strategies and UX and Analytics. A working knowledge of computer application software relevant to the discipline is expected. The individual will be expected to develop a practical hands-on program of teaching. The candidate should be versatile and motivated to be an integral part of a diversified and active teacher of mass media faculty. An M.A. or M.S. degree in journalism, mass communication or closely related field is required as well as demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and skills in written and oral communication.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Candidates may be asked to teach at least one additional course in one of the following areas:
• Social media principles with a client focus and writing social media content 
• UX, including content flowcharts and wireframing, and Google Analytics
• Basic media design principles, with an emphasis on information and communication design

REQUIREMENTS:
        Education:  M.A. or M.S. in journalism, mass media, advertising or closely related field
        Certification/License:  Driver’s license             
        Experience: Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and/or relevant experience in the field
        Skills:  Knowledge of computer operations and software as well as written and oral communication skills; high-level knowledge of User Experience (UX) principles, including content flowcharts and wireframing; high-level knowledge of Google Analytics
Skills Helpful to Position: Adobe CC Suite, especially InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator; basic media design skills with emphasis on information and communication design; social media marketing principles with a client focus; writing social media content

WORKING CONDITIONS: Consistent with Mass Media area goals, the candidate should be able to facilitate media development from conceptual design through content delivery. The School of Communication and Mass Media is a collegial, team-based modern academic environment with current video and audio equipment. Each faculty member has an individual office with internet access, and is provided a University laptop.
 
EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Normal classroom and computer equipment      
 
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to complete essential functions in the classroom and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds  
 
COMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, and 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri. For more information visit the city’s website at www.maryville.org.
 
UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of more than 7,200 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online.
 
Founded in 1905, Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area or Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.
 
The University is a national model for student success and career placement. In addition, 96 percent of Northwest bachelor’s degree earners and 99 percent of master’s degree earners secure employment or continue their education within six months of graduation, according to the most recent data. Zippia, a career website, names Northwest the best college in Missouri for getting a job.
 
Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $7,200 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the “50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.”
 
For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu. 
 
 
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of application files will begin January 26, 2022
 
DATE AVAILABLE:  August 2022    
 
TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online by clicking http://agency.governmentjobs.com/nwmissouri/default.cfm to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email mdrake@nwmissouri.edu for more information.
 
APPLICATION MATERIALS: Resume/curriculum vita, letter of application, contact information for three professional references, evidence of teaching success/potential, and unofficial transcripts 
 
INQUIRIES FOR THE POSITION CAN BE MADE TO:    
Dr. Matt Walker, School Director
School of Communication & Mass Media
Northwest Missouri State University
Wells Hall 238
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO  64468
Email: matt@nwmissouri.edu