Professional-in-residence (journalism & Reveille Advisor)

design.lsu.edu

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Not specified; not specified; benefits include hea...
Journalism practitioner with 5+ years experience
Teach three undergraduate courses per semester
Advise student-run newspaper the reveille
The position involves teaching three undergraduate courses per semester in the core curriculum or areas of expertise such as media writing and in-depth reporting

Job Summary

  • The position involves teaching three undergraduate courses per semester in the core curriculum or areas of expertise such as media writing and in-depth reporting.
  • As the professional editorial advisor for The Reveille, the incumbent will support leadership development and guide approximately 70 student workers in producing high-quality content.
  • LSU offers outstanding benefits including health, life, dental, vision insurance, retirement options, and tuition exemptions for eligible employees.

Matching Summary

The position involves teaching three undergraduate courses per semester in the core curriculum or areas of expertise such as media writing and in-depth reporting.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits include health, life, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition exemption

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Journalism practitioner with 5+ years experience
  • Teach three undergraduate courses per semester
  • Advise student-run newspaper The Reveille
  • Assess student journalist performance via critiques
  • Support leadership development for student team

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in media writing and reporting
  • Knowledge of audience engagement strategies
  • Familiarity with interactive storytelling tools
  • Background in digital editing and design

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in mass communication or related field
  • 5+ years of professional journalism experience
  • Valid U.S. work authorization required
  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience as alternative qualification

Work Rights

Must have valid U.S. work authorization

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