Posting Details Posting Information Posting Number

PG194765EP

Internal Recruitment No Working Title Professor of the Practice in Media Arts and Production Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience ($60,000

• $80,000) Work Schedule Core Business hours: Monday
• Friday; 8:00 AM
• 5:00 PM; hours will vary depending on need, production courses are taught in person Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Communication About the Department The Department of Communication at NC State is an accomplished community of students, staff members, teachers and researchers with varied intellectual interests in the communication arts and sciences.

Through our teaching, research and service, we cultivate responsible, caring and collaborative communication practices for our students, our community partners and the global citizenry. We do this because communication is central to addressing the significant challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century and we are committed to enabling people, organizations and communities to thrive. Our Department's curricular domains include interpersonal communication; organizational communication; rhetoric; media studies; public relations; media production; and science, health, environment, and risk communication ( SHER ). We serve approximately 800 undergraduate majors and 100 graduate students. Faculty also teach in the Department's Master of Science in Communication program and in its interdisciplinary doctoral program in Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (in partnership with the Department of English). NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State's land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution's mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

Medical , Dental , and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Essential Job Duties The Department of Communication is seeking a collaborative scholar-practitioner who is passionate about advancing creative media production through innovative storytelling, emerging technologies, and critical inquiry. In this role, you will help prepare the next generation of media professionals by combining creative practice with meaningful engagement across the social, cultural, political, and technological dimensions of contemporary communication. You will contribute to a forward-thinking academic community by teaching media arts and production courses, helping shape the future of the department's media production curriculum, and fostering connections that extend beyond the classroom. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, partnerships with industry and community organizations, and leadership of shared creative spaces, you will play an important role in expanding the department's strengths in digital media production, creative practice, and critical making.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in media arts and production, including areas such as film and video production, documentary and nonfiction storytelling, transmedia storytelling, and other emerging forms of creative media. Incorporate innovative approaches to storytelling and media technologies, including audiovisual, interactive, immersive, generative, AI-assisted, mobile, locative, social media, installation, and game-based media, as appropriate to your expertise. Contribute to the continued development and evolution of the department's media production curriculum. Coordinate instructional staffing for media production courses. Provide oversight of the department's media lab and support an engaging learning environment for students and faculty. Develop interdisciplinary collaborations across NC State to expand opportunities for creative scholarship and teaching. Build and maintain partnerships with media industries, arts organizations, and community partners to strengthen experiential learning and public engagement. Advance creative media production that encourages critical reflection, public engagement, and innovative forms of communication. Participate actively in departmental initiatives and contribute to a collaborative and collegial academic community. Join a department where creativity, critical inquiry, and emerging media converge. If you're ready to help students explore new forms of storytelling while contributing to an innovative and collaborative academic community, we encourage you to apply. Other Responsibilities n/a Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Terminal degree (PhD, MFA , or equivalent) in Communication or a related field in the humanities, media arts, design, film, or a closely related discipline is required by the time of appointment. Other Required Qualifications Demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching in media arts and media production. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and with external partners. Commitment to mentoring and supporting student success through teaching, advising, and professional development. Preferred Qualifications Experience designing courses and contributing to curriculum development. Ability to collaborate effectively and provide leadership in academic, creative, or professional settings. Required License(s) or Certification(s) n/a Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 07/28/2026 Anticipated Close Date 10/13/2026; if posting is still active we are accepting and reviewing applications Special Instructions to Applicants Please include the following as part of your application materials. 1. Cover Letter 2. CV 3. Contact information for at least three professional references 4. Digital media sample or portfolio (Other Document 1). 5. Teaching portfolio that includes their teaching philosophy, a sample of courses designed, and a summary of teaching evaluations (Other Document 2). Links to online portfolios are preferred. The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications September 30, 2026. Position Details Position Number 00112205 Position Type Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0 Appointment 9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation

• Adverse Weather Non Mandatory
• Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation
• Emergency Events Non Mandatory
• Emergency Event Department

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• Communication EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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