Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Sports Media, College of Urban Affairs R0150932

Position Summary

The Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Sports Journalism with a focus on broadcasting and multimedia production. This role involves teaching, mentoring, and supporting students in multi‑platform sports media while also contributing to the school’s student media operations.

• Teach courses in sports journalism, broadcasting, and multimedia production.
• Mentor students in reporting, announcing, anchoring, and producing sports programming both in the studio and on site at sporting events.
• Provide guidance to student‑run programs such as the Rebel Report, an Emmy‑winning show, and Rebel Sports Net, a digital media platform.
• Engage with college and professional sports teams to build relationships and support student projects.

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• 3‑5 years of experience reporting, announcing, anchoring, and producing sports programs.
• Experience teaching or mentoring students is preferred.
• Prior to the beginning of the semester, all credentials must be verified.

The successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively fostering a respectful and positive work environment aligned with UNLV’s campus values.

Salary competitive with similarly situated institutions. Benefits include:

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Health insurance—medical, dental, and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts for UNLV, Nevada System of Higher Education schools, and for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed résumé, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references. All materials should be addressed to Dr. Matthew Eichner, Search Committee Chair, and submitted electronically through Workday. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 15, 2026, and will remain open until the position is filled.

The University of Nevada – Las Vegas is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, religion, or any other protected class. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

UNLV does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 mandates nondiscrimination and is enforced in all UNLV educational programs and activities.