Indiana University Bloomington

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Digital Video Storytelling (non-tenure track)

Department: The Media School, Indiana University

Location: Bloomington, Indiana

Position summary: The Media School at Indiana University Bloomington invites experienced broadcast and/or digital video practitioners to apply for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in Digital Video Storytelling.

We seek candidates with considerable professional on-camera experience in broadcasting or social media video who have demonstrated skills in creating and leveraging social media video content in professional media settings. The preferred candidate is a mid-career media professional who will maintain an active industry presence as a professional media content creator while teaching and mentoring Media School students in areas such as video-based social media content, on-camera skills, on-camera interviewing, and social media content editing.

Additionally, preferred candidates will have demonstrated experience in teaching and mentoring young professionals, including prior teaching experience at the university level. A bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree preferred, though not mandatory.

About the School: The Media School proudly offers highly-regarded academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in advertising, journalism, public relations, sports media, film, game design, and social and digital media. The school provides classroom instruction and hands-on experiential training for more than 2100 students and features world-class media facilities and equipment. Media School alumni work in key roles across media industries, including leading figures in broadcasting, advertising, filmmaking, public relations, journalism, and digital production.

The Media School is home to about 70 faculty members and 50 staff members, all working to foster excellence in the practice and study of the media arts and sciences. The school also houses the Center for Documentary Research and Practice, the Center for International Media Law and Policy Studies, the Institute for Communication Research, the Michael I. Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism, the National Sports Journalism Center, the Observatory on Social Media, and the Black Film Center & Archive.

University and Community Setting: Nestled in the lively community of Bloomington, our university campus is renowned for its stunning limestone architecture and scenic natural landscapes, including lush woods and flowing rivers. It is often celebrated as one of the most beautiful campuses globally. This setting fosters a culture of inclusivity and emphasizes the importance of both the arts and sciences. We highly value candidates who contribute to these fields through their academic pursuits and community involvement.

Bloomington is a vibrant midsize city located within driving distance of Indianapolis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Louisville. Our community is small yet welcoming, with people from

all over the world. Bloomington features an active arts community, with several independent music and performance venues and one of the best university cinemas in the country. We boast an array of eclectic restaurants and craft breweries. Southern Indiana is also home to beautiful scenery, and residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a pertinent field of study is required; advanced degree preferred
• Substantial industry expertise in producing social media video content
• Established record or demonstrated potential of effective teaching abilities
• Active and ongoing creative agenda reflecting an intention to remain up to date on industry developments

Application documents:

• Cover letter
• Resumé or curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement
• List of academic and/or professional references

The teaching statement should describe why you want to teach and reflect on your philosophy of teaching and learning as well as concrete ways you have put that into practice. Applicants are encouraged to include examples of classroom experience, mentorship, work with professional organizations, contributions to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and other contributions to the industry.

Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications received by the deadline of October 1, 2024, will be given full consideration. Interested candidates should submit application materials online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25154. The expected start date is August 1, 2025.

Questions regarding this position or the application process should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Galen Clavio, at . See more about The Media School at https://mediaschool.indiana.edu/index.html.

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Diversity and inclusion are central to The Media School’s mission.