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

Overview

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Sports Media, College of Urban Affairs [R0150932]. The Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies invites applications for a lecturer/senior lecturer in Sports Journalism, with an emphasis on broadcasting and multimedia production. We’re looking for a veteran sports journalist who can teach and mentor the next generation of multi-platform sports media professionals.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience reporting, announcing, anchoring and producing sports programming, both in the studio and on site at sporting events. We also value candidates who keep current with innovations, changes and trends in the sports media industry. Our students report, produce, and anchor the Rebel Report, an Emmy winning program that covers college and professional sports.

Students also write and produce packages for Rebel Sports Net, a social and digital media platform.

Housed in the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies seeks to embody the public service ideals of Hank Greenspun. The School enrolls about 430 undergraduate and graduate students and emphasizes critical thinking and experiential learning. Students participate in the School’s professional media operations, including KUNV Public Radio, UNLV TV, and the Rebel Media Group, a student social media agency.

This position requires a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 3-5 years of experience reporting, announcing, anchoring, and producing sports programs. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching/mentoring students as well as experience building relationships with college and professional sports teams.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date of the semester.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use campus values to guide decisions and actions and demonstrate Rebel spirit.

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Benefits include a competitive total rewards package including paid time off, sick leave, holidays, excellent health insurance (medical, dental, vision), comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs, no state income tax, and tuition discounts at NSHE schools. Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• Rebel Card discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels:
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• Support and resources available for veteran applicants

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Materials should be addressed to Dr. Matthew Eichner, Search Committee Chair. This position will remain open until filled, but review of candidates’ materials will begin on May 15, 2026. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Emailed materials will not be accepted. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For assistance, review instructions on

How to Apply

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