National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
#52383 Assistant Professor of Practice of Journalism (Executive in Residence)
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Assistant Professor of Practice of Journalism (Executive in Residence)
SMU’s Division of Journalism seeks candidates for a
media executive-in-residence
to begin in August 2026. The successful candidate will join the division at an exciting period of expansion and innovation with our two core majors – Journalism and Fashion Media – and specializations in Sports Journalism and Business Journalism.
The position is a Professional and Teaching faculty role, not eligible for tenure but with a three‑tier promotion path. The primary responsibility is teaching, supplemented by departmental service, student media advising, and the development of professional opportunities for students. Creative work and research are not expected, though they may be rewarded.
Job ID:
73589 –
Posted:
12.08.2025 –
Location:
Dallas, Texas, United States –
Job Category:
Television, Academia –
Employment Type:
Full‑time
Job Description We are seeking an experienced newsroom leader or media executive with a strong record of editorial decision‑making and innovative storytelling. Ideal candidates will have served as a former editor, senior producer, bureau chief, newsroom director, or executive at a major news organization, a documentary or investigative storytelling unit, or a leading podcast, streaming, or multimedia journalism platform. They will teach in their area of professional strength, mentor students as they develop their reporting voices, and help build connections to news organizations locally and nationally. Applicants with broadcast experience or a background in sports are especially encouraged.
The typical teaching load for this position includes departmental service, student media advising, and the development of professional opportunities for students. The candidate may be the adviser to SMU‑TV and would also assist with video and audio production on the division’s other student media platforms: The Daily Campus and SMU Look. Teaching assignments may include Video & Audio Production, Broadcast I & II, Fashion & Video, Podcasting, Student Media Leadership, or other courses within the division’s curriculum.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s in journalism or closely related field and at least 5 years of professional experience at a reputable media organization;
Extensive knowledge of the current and emerging media landscape;
Ability to produce content for multiple platforms, including social media;
Extensive experience with video production and Adobe Creative Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in a related subject;
Knowledge of audio production and content management systems;
Prior collegiate‑level teaching experience;
Experience in sports reporting;
Ability to produce Spanish‑language content.
Application Instructions
A formal letter of application detailing how your experience overlaps with the division’s strengths and interest in teaching;
A C.V. or professional resume;
A list of three references with contact information (references will not be contacted without the applicant’s knowledge).
For priority consideration, applications should be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on January 9, 2026 via Interfolio link:
https://apply.interfolio.com/170447 . Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.
Questions may be directed to the search chair, Ethan Lascity,
elascity@smu.edu .
SMU is an inclusive and intellectually diverse community of teachers and scholars that values diverse research and creative agendas and is dedicated to academic excellence. The Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex is a culturally rich arts and global business center, offering exceptional museums, diverse cultural attractions and a vibrant economy.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
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media executive-in-residence
to begin in August 2026. The successful candidate will join the division at an exciting period of expansion and innovation with our two core majors – Journalism and Fashion Media – and specializations in Sports Journalism and Business Journalism.
The position is a Professional and Teaching faculty role, not eligible for tenure but with a three‑tier promotion path. The primary responsibility is teaching, supplemented by departmental service, student media advising, and the development of professional opportunities for students. Creative work and research are not expected, though they may be rewarded.
Job ID:
73589 –
Posted:
12.08.2025 –
Location:
Dallas, Texas, United States –
Job Category:
Television, Academia –
Employment Type:
Full‑time
Job Description We are seeking an experienced newsroom leader or media executive with a strong record of editorial decision‑making and innovative storytelling. Ideal candidates will have served as a former editor, senior producer, bureau chief, newsroom director, or executive at a major news organization, a documentary or investigative storytelling unit, or a leading podcast, streaming, or multimedia journalism platform. They will teach in their area of professional strength, mentor students as they develop their reporting voices, and help build connections to news organizations locally and nationally. Applicants with broadcast experience or a background in sports are especially encouraged.
The typical teaching load for this position includes departmental service, student media advising, and the development of professional opportunities for students. The candidate may be the adviser to SMU‑TV and would also assist with video and audio production on the division’s other student media platforms: The Daily Campus and SMU Look. Teaching assignments may include Video & Audio Production, Broadcast I & II, Fashion & Video, Podcasting, Student Media Leadership, or other courses within the division’s curriculum.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s in journalism or closely related field and at least 5 years of professional experience at a reputable media organization;
Extensive knowledge of the current and emerging media landscape;
Ability to produce content for multiple platforms, including social media;
Extensive experience with video production and Adobe Creative Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in a related subject;
Knowledge of audio production and content management systems;
Prior collegiate‑level teaching experience;
Experience in sports reporting;
Ability to produce Spanish‑language content.
Application Instructions
A formal letter of application detailing how your experience overlaps with the division’s strengths and interest in teaching;
A C.V. or professional resume;
A list of three references with contact information (references will not be contacted without the applicant’s knowledge).
For priority consideration, applications should be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on January 9, 2026 via Interfolio link:
https://apply.interfolio.com/170447 . Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.
Questions may be directed to the search chair, Ethan Lascity,
elascity@smu.edu .
SMU is an inclusive and intellectually diverse community of teachers and scholars that values diverse research and creative agendas and is dedicated to academic excellence. The Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex is a culturally rich arts and global business center, offering exceptional museums, diverse cultural attractions and a vibrant economy.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
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