Instructor of Social Media

The Department of Journalism, Broadcasting and Public Relations at SUNY Brockport seeks a highly qualified social media instructor to teach a range of undergraduate courses in social media. This full-time, tenure-track position begins in Fall 2025. The faculty member's role involves teaching courses including Social Media Writing, Social Media Video, and Social Media Analytics. The faculty member will also be responsible for providing academic advisement. We particularly welcome applications from individuals belonging to historically underrepresented groups and/or who have experience working in diverse populations.

• Teach undergraduate courses in social media, including Social Media Writing, Social Media Video, and Social Media Analytics.
• Provide academic advisement to students.
• Develop and implement curriculum to prepare students for careers in the social media industry.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in social media.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement departmental initiatives.

• Master's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, or related field from a college or university accredited by the US Department of Education or an internationally accredited institution.
• Significant professional work experience in social media.
• Proficiency with current social media analytics tools.
• Ability and evidence of pursuing scholarship activities or continued professional development.

• Experience teaching at the university level.
• Willingness to mentor students.
• Experience with curriculum improvement/development, including proficiency in developing social media courses designed to prepare students for careers in the industry.
• Connected to a strong professional network within the social media industry, which could facilitate partnerships, internships, or job placement opportunities for students.

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The minimum salary for this position is $55,382.

This position is benefits eligible; Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport

Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Best consideration given to those applications submitted by October 25th, 2024.