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Multimedia Lecturer

Position Number: 6356441
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Communications - Media & Communication Studies

Multimedia Lecturer

41510BR
Position DescriptionThe College of Media and Communication at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Lecturer in Multimedia position to begin September 1, 2025.As a faculty member in the College of Media & Communication, you will be expected to split their responsibilities between teaching and creative production. As a lecturer, this individual will instruct students in writing, storytelling, and multimedia content creation within the College of Media & Communication. In their marketing role, they will produce high-quality multimedia that support the college's brand, crafting compelling visual narratives for prospective students, alumni, faculty, and the public. This position requires a creative professional who can balance teaching with producing engaging, mission-aligned content for both academic and marketing purposes.Key Responsibilities:Instructional duties would comprise 40% of this positions overall assignment, equating to a teaching load of four courses (2/2) per 9-month academic year, with the opportunity to teach additional courses during summer or intersessions for additional compensation.The remaining 60% of the position would be devoted to providing multimedia content (photography/videography or graphic design) services for the college.

Position Description
The College of Media and Communication at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Lecturer in Multimedia position to begin September 1, 2025.

As a faculty member in the College of Media & Communication, you will be expected to split their responsibilities between teaching and creative production. As a lecturer, this individual will instruct students in writing, storytelling, and multimedia content creation within the College of Media & Communication. In their marketing role, they will produce high-quality multimedia that support the college's brand, crafting compelling visual narratives for prospective students, alumni, faculty, and the public. This position requires a creative professional who can balance teaching with producing engaging, mission-aligned content for both academic and marketing purposes.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional duties would comprise 40% of this position's overall assignment, equating to a teaching load of four courses (2/2) per 9-month academic year, with the opportunity to teach additional courses during summer or intersessions for additional compensation.
The remaining 60% of the position would be devoted to providing multimedia content (photography/videography or graphic design) services for the college.

Major/Essential Functions
At Texas Tech University, the Lecturer title designates a full-time, non-tenure-acquiring role with primary duties in teaching organized classes and/or instructional labs. In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate level.

Required Qualifications

3-5 years combined post-secondary teaching and/or professional experience in videography/photography or graphic design, including but not limited to traditional and online magazines, new media, newspaper, television, advertising, public relations, non-profit and other types of organizations.
18 hours completed toward a Master's (MA, MS, MBA/MFA) degree or a Bachelor's (BA/BFA) degree plus exceptional professional experience at the time of appointment.
Proven experience as a photographer/videographer or graphic designer, preferably in an educational or institutional setting.
Educational experience past the B.A. degree can be included as professional experience.
Experience managing students and/or professional staff in the completion of professional-quality multimedia projects.
Strong visual portfolio.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in design or photography and video editing software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects) or similar programs.
Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both still and motion media.
Excellent storytelling abilities, with a focus on content that resonates with diverse audiences.
Work both independently and in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and time management capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

Master's (MA, MS, MBA/MFA) degree in a communication-related degree

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include the following documents in your application:

Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications
List of references

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Corey Clem, Search Committee Chair at Corey.Clem@ttu.edu.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.