Instructor of Digital Media and Sports Communication

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication

POSITION:

Assistant Professor/Instructor of Digital Media & Sports Communication

SUPERVISOR:

Dean of the School of Arts, Education, & Humanities

DEPARTMENT:

School of Arts, Education, & Humanities

LOCATION:

On-campus, located in Tiffin, OH

JOB TYPE:

Full-time

GRANT-FUNDED:

No

SOC Code:

25-1122

General Job Description:

The Instructor/Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication will teach undergraduate video production and sports media courses while directing a campus broadcast studio supporting live, recorded, and remote athletic events. The Instructor/ Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication will mentor and manage a diverse Sports Media Team, coordinating schedules, assignments, and hands-on production experiences. This role requires close collaboration with Athletics and active recruitment of prospective students, along with strong leadership, organizational, and live-production management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate courses in video production, sports media, and others as needed and as assigned

Coordinate activities and recruitment for a large and diverse student Sports Media Team

Serve as director of new campus broadcast and video production studio

Work collaboratively with Athletics to ensure effective media support for remote broadcasts

Qualifications for the Job:

Education

Master's Degree or higher in the field of Digital Media or a related field, or a Bachelor's Degree and professional certifications in Digital Media or a related field.

Video Production

Experience producing engaging video and digital content across platforms

Portfolio showcasing knowledge of diverse production styles, client collaboration, and current social media and digital storytelling trends

Proficiency in camera operation, cinematography, lighting, audio, editing workflows, motion graphics, live and multi-camera production, drone or mobile video, studio and field production techniques

Experience with industry-standard software

Knowledge of current content creation, branding, and social media strategies

Sports Media

Ability to manage live sports production workflows for multiple sports

Ability to manage basic broadcast studio operations including vMix production, studio and remote camera operation, lighting, audio production

Ability to manage remote broadcast operations

Experience in sports storytelling, journalism, photography, and creating digital content across multiple delivery platforms

Leadership & Management

Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate student teams with varying skill levels

Demonstrated success in building collaborative, high-performing teams

Commitment to student development, coaching, and experiential learning

Exceptional organizational and logistical coordination skills

Ability to manage complex production schedules, assignments, and deadlines across multiple sports seasons

Experience overseeing live or remote broadcast operations

Strong attention to detail to ensure quality control in live and recorded productions

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with athletics staff, coaches, and campus stakeholders

Student Recruitment & Outreach

Ability to engage and recruit prospective students, including outreach to high school programs

Strong public-facing communication and relationship-building skills

Experience representing programs at events, visits, and community engagements

Passion for promoting academic programs and student opportunities

Why Join Tiffin University?

Tiffin University offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your financial expertise directly supports student success and institutional growth. We value innovation, transparency, and partnershipand provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Tiffin University, we believe in taking care of our employees. That's why all full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.

Health Savings Account with annual employer incentive contribution & Flex Spending Account with options to save pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, and vision expenses.

Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability.

A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.

Generous paid annual and sick leave, plus paid holidays throughout the year.

Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members.

Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.

Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits

discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of candidates, all employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics.

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer