SJMC Sports Media Executive Professional-Track Faculty

Job Description

The School of Journalism and Mass Communications, housed in the College of Information and Communications at the University of South Carolina, invites applications for a nine-month professional-track faculty member at the rank of Instructor to begin August 16, 2025. For this position, we seek candidates with executive-level expertise in sports media and/or marketing. 
 
The global sports industry is projected to exceed $650 billion in 2028 according to a study by the Business Research Company. An industry this size needs executives with specialized skills to manage and continue to grow the sector. University of South Carolina’s College of Information and Communications has partnered with the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management (HRSM)  to pursue  graduate programs and professional development initiatives  to serve the needs of the sports industry.
 
Responsibilities:

• Teach and develop graduate-level sports media courses and continuing education certificates and courses for sports media and entertainment executives.
• May also be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in sports media; helping to develop course offerings, initiatives, and programs, focusing on sports media; as well as participating in and leading collaborations with internal and external stakeholders in the regional sports media community.
• Participate in shared governance.

The School of Journalism and Mass Communications
The School of Journalism and Mass Communications offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees and enrolls more than 1,900 undergraduates and 60 graduate students. The school maintains a dual-track (tenure-track and professional track) and values both academic credentials and professional expertise.  The faculty consists of a collegial group of researchers and educators with a wide range of backgrounds and interests.

College of Information and Communications  
The College of Information and Communications is home to two nationally recognized schools, the School of Journalism and Mass Communications and the School of Information Science. The CIC is a community of scholars, teachers, practitioners and staff who provide transformative experiences, cutting-edge research, and interdisciplinary learning that produces real-world-ready graduates. We do this by embracing change, adopting emerging technologies, collaborating with academic and industry partners, and bridging the fields of communication and information science.
 
The University of South Carolina  
The University of South Carolina is classified as a research-extensive university with very high research activity. The university is located in Columbia, South Carolina’s state capital, a unique, family-friendly city located equidistant from beautiful Atlantic beaches and the historic, rolling Blue Ridge mountains. Founded in 1801, it is among America’s oldest and most comprehensive public universities and is one of only 32 public universities to earn the Carnegie Foundation’s top-tier designations in both research activity and community engagement.

Application Procedure
All applicants must complete an online application at USC Jobs at the following link: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183577
 
Applications are due by March 20, 2025. The position is open until filled.
 
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents:

1. Letter of application
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. List of three references (including name, phone number, and email) 
4. Two sample publications or pieces of scholarly work.
5. Three letters of recommendation signed and on letterhead (only for candidates selected as finalists). While these letters are only required prior to interview, letters may be uploaded to USCJobs at the time of initial application.

For further information or questions about this position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Jeffrey Williams at JEFFWILL@mailbox.sc.edu.

EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
 

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree or higher in mass communications, journalism, sports media, or a related field by the start date of employment. 
• Candidate must have a minimum of ten years of professional experience working in sports media field.
• Experience should include brand strategy management, executive sports leadership development, fundraising, program building, and project management –that is the ability to develop and manage significant collaborations with internal and external stakeholders in the sports industry.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience is not required, but desired.

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