About the role
Job Title: Multimedia Communication Faculty
Reporting Relationship: Chair, Division of Modern Language, Literature, & Communication
Unit: IWU-Marion, Indiana Campus
Department: Communication-CAS-IWU Marion
Campus Location: Elder Hall, Marion, IN
Summary of Position: The Division of Modern Language, Literature & Communication at Indiana Wesleyan University invites applicants for a full-time Multimedia Communication faculty position on the residential Marion, Indiana campus. We seek a creative and engaging educator who is dedicated to the ideals of liberal learning and an educational philosophy based on the centrality of Jesus Christ and the integration of faith and learning in instruction. The ideal candidate should show evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ, full agreement with the Wesleyan-Arminian theology, and commitment to liberal arts learning and the integration of Christian faith and learning.
Start date: Fall 2027, pending funding.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach courses in one or more of the following areas: video production, audio production, media scriptwriting, broadcast performance, multimedia storytelling, documentary film making, broadcast journalism, principles of communication
- Engage in advising and mentoring undergraduate students
- Participate in divisional committee work and assessment of academic programs
- Participate in curricular development for Multimedia Communication
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
- Graduate degree in Communication or related field required
- Terminal degree preferred
Experience
- Teaching experience at the collegiate level is highly desirable
Required Skills
- Excellence in knowledge and skills in relation to the appropriate field(s)
- Ability to stay current with industry trends to equip students with the skills needed for professional multimedia careers
- Duties include curriculum development, student advising, research, and contributing to the overall academic mission of the division
- A strong testimony of personal faith and commitment to Christ is essential, along with an agreement to live according to the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement
- An enthusiasm for the Wesleyan tradition and ability to function well within a community hosted by The Wesleyan Church
IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.