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Instructor/Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication Jobs in Tiffin, USA at Tiffin University
Position: Instructor/Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication
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
Requirements:
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 partnership—and 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…
Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication
Company: Tiffin University
Location: Tiffin, USA
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