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Knight Chair in Visual Journalism

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Screening of applications will begin September 16, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a CV/resume, links to work samples with explanations of their role in creating the samples, a list of three references, and a cover letter that includes a vision statement about the role of visual-journalism education and that addresses relevant experience and an ability to work with individuals from differing backgrounds. Questions may be addressed to Professor Vicki Michaelis, search committee chair, at vickim@uga.edu.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2063P

Working Title: Knight Chair in Visual Journalism

Department: Grady-Journalism Department

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

Position Summary

The University of Georgia’s College of Journalism and Mass Communication invites applications for a full-time, tenured faculty position—at the rank of associate professor or professor—to begin in August 2025 as the Knight Chair in Visual Journalism. The Knight Chair will make and strengthen connections around visual journalism within the college, as well as between the college and industry—and will enhance the college’s public visibility in visual journalism.

Minimum Qualifications

A master’s degree or above (e.g., a terminal degree like an MFA or a PhD) is required.

Additional Requirements

• Substantial prior record of working in photo or video journalism, or both, with an emphasis on multimedia publishing.
• Success in producing compelling visual journalism in collaborative environments.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and/or developing visual storytellers.
• Knowledge and practice of ethical guidelines in visual journalism.
• Proficiency with a range of tools needed to create compelling visual journalism.
• Awareness of evolving technology and industry practices and their impact on visual storytelling.
• Experience with modern workflows in visual journalism.
• An understanding of key business aspects of visual journalism, including contracts, copyright, and brand-building.
• Experience with developing and executing budgets for visual projects.

Preferred Qualifications

It is preferred that candidates for the Knight Chair in Visual Journalism have experience in leading visual-storytelling teams and/or projects. Experience in producing visual stories about diverse subjects and for diverse audiences also is preferred, as is experience in coaching, mentoring, and/or developing visual storytellers from underrepresented backgrounds.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the required documents: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, and optionally a Portfolio.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.