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Overview

The ACEJMC-accredited School of Journalism and Strategic Media at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for an interactive media full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#144130) at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026. The successful applicant will teach interactive media and other courses in the School of Journalism and Strategic Media. The school requires a record of excellence in teaching, peer-reviewed creative activity (such as juried competitions/shows, app development, etc.) or scholarly research, and service to the school, college, university, and the profession.

Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience. For more information about tenure and promotion requirements, visit https://faculty.mtsu.edu/tenpro/ and for information about the Bachelor of Science in Interactive Media, visit https://www.mtsu.edu/program/interactive-media-b-s/.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will teach interactive media and other courses in the School of Journalism and Strategic Media.

Other responsibilities include contributing to teaching excellence, engaging in peer-reviewed creative activity or scholarly research, and participating in service to the school, college, university, and the profession in accordance with the university and school requirements.

Required Education

• A terminal degree in a communication or media-related field or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.
• A master’s degree in a communication or media-related field or a closely related field with four (4) years of full-time communication or media-focused professional work experience by the appointment date will be considered in lieu of a terminal degree.

Note: To receive experience credit for full-time, freelance work, applicants must list each project with a description, including the project's length, on their CVs.

Other Desirables / Special Consideration

• Applicants with professional industry experience and connections related to social media, content strategy, digital media, digital communication, interactive media, or related fields.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere) and Figma.
• Experience in interactive media design, writing for online, mobile, and game platforms, social media content strategy, immersive or 360 video storytelling, strategic storytelling, audience research and analysis, or related areas.
• Knowledge of online content and media strategy for current and emerging technologies, theory and history of digital and interactive media, SEO, generative AI, personal branding, and interactive media career preparation.
• Ability to teach in multiple concentrations and degrees within the School of Journalism and Strategic Media.
• Experience teaching interactive media-related courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Ability to develop courses to match changing media industries, advise students on internships and career paths, and lead student and industry-focused initiatives.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research or creative activities

Notes: CVs must be complete, documenting all education and professional work experience. To receive experience credit for full-time, freelance work, list each project with a description, including the project’s length and estimated hours per week.

Cover letters should clearly identify areas of teaching interest and proficiency, a commitment to student success, background, experience, and related creative work or research in digital media, interactive media, social media, content strategy, audience research, strategic communication, media, or related areas.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit the faculty recruitment webpage. For application help, contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. For position-specific questions, contact Sanjay Asthana at Sanjay.Asthana@mtsu.edu.

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required. Clery Act crime statistics are available at the university safety site. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. For ADA accommodations, contact the provided numbers. Application Review Date: 11/09/2025.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Higher Education