Instructor of Communication Studies and Director of Student Media

Department: BFT Business & Communications

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: Salary commensurate with qualifications

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

The University of South Carolina Beaufort seeks dynamic and forward-thinking candidates for an Instructor of Communication Studies and Director of Student Media position within the Department of Business, Hospitality, and Communication Studies. The Instructor of Communication Studies and Director of Student Media will supervise the development of a website containing student-created content, both in textual and visual formats, for the USCB community.

The nature of the content will vary but a priority will be placed on news. The responsibilities of the Director of Student Media include supporting the production and distribution of content on deadline; supervising student recruitment; establishing the ethical standards of the organization; facilitating training opportunities for students; and overseeing the organization's budget. The successful candidate will work with the program coordinator and other members of the faculty to ensure that the organization mirrors the pedological needs of the Communication Studies program.

As an Instructor of Communication Studies, the successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses on any of our three campuses in broadcasting and/or digital media, including, but not limited to, introductory video production, social media management, and podcasting. Due to the responsibilities associated with overseeing student media, the instructor will teach on a 4/4 load. Instructional modality is primarily face-to-face, complemented by offerings delivered hybrid or online.

• A master's degree in communication/communication studies/mass communication or master's degree in a related field and a minimum of 18 graduate credits in communication.
• Commitment to teaching and serving undergraduate students from underserved and diverse backgrounds.

• Evidence of high-quality teaching and learning practices across instructional modalities.
• Desired area of focus in mass media, including, but not limited to, media and/or digital production, broadcasting, journalism, and public relations.
• Professional experience in broadcasting, journalism, and/or public relations is strongly preferred.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending on a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.