Part-Time Faculty: Sports Media & Communications Proseminar (Summer II 2026)

Job # 078749

Job Title Part-Time Faculty:

Sports Media & Communications Proseminar (Summer II 2026) Location Syracuse, NY Campus Syracuse, NY Commitment to On-Campus Experience Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy. Pay Range $1,440 per credit hour Pay Determination Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months' salary unless otherwise specified. FLSA Status Exempt Hours Spring 2026 Summer Session II Class meets on Thursdays 6:00-8:30pm Office Hours required Job Type Part-time Rank PTI/Adjunct Unionized Position Code UA Job Description The S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University is seeking an individual to co-teach SMC 601. Sports Media & Communications Proseminar (7/9-8/13) on Thursdays 6:00pm-8:30pm in the 2026 Summer Session II semester. (1 credit)

Course Description:

This class is an examination of the sports media field. Students will discuss career paths within the industry, and the roles sports media professionals play. The class also addresses current issues, diversity and ethics in sports media and examination of criticism of the industry. The course is designed to apply the skills being learned in daytime courses of "Boot Camp" in Advanced Media Management, Broadcast and Digital Journalism, Magazine, News and Digital Journalism, Public Relations, and Television, Radio and Film to writing and reporting sports on all platforms. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Job Specific Qualifications Not Applicable Responsibilities It is understood that teaching assignments may include the following: Developing a syllabus. Ordering in advance books and materials for students in the class to purchase on or before the first day of classes. Preparing for classes. Holding office hours each week to meet with students in the class and others. Grading in a timely manner student assignments and examinations for the course; and turning in mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to university regulations. Physical Requirements Ability to personally instruct the class in the assigned classroom on the days it is designated to meet. Ability to hold office hours on campus. Ability to grade all assignments and examination. Tools/Equipment Ability to operate standard classroom instructional technology, which may include computer, projector, document camera, etc. Application Instructions In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter. About Syracuse University Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. 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