Adjunct Instructor of Media & Entertainment Job at State of Colorado in Pueb

Salary: $3,000.00 - $24,000.00 Annually

Location : Pueblo, CO

Job Type: Temporary Part Time (9 mos or less)

Job Number: GGJ-MAE-10/24

Department: Colorado State University Pueblo

Opening Date: 10/29/2024

Closing Date: 12/20/2024 12:00 AM Mountain

FLSA: Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address: 2200 Bonforte Blvd

FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information: jon.pluskota@csupueblo.edu

Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Department Information

The Department of Media & Entertainment is where technology, theory, and practice meet to create innovative and professional content for consumers. Our department offers courses across the broad media and entertainment landscape, including social media, video and film, media design, advertising, radio/podcasting and sound engineering, public relations, multimedia journalism, sports media, event production, talent management, and media and entertainment business. We are proud to offer a pragmatic and professional approach to higher education through our course offerings and professional opportunities
Description of Job

The Department of Media & Entertainment (MAE) is seeking new adjunct faculty beginning January 2025.

The responsibilities of the part-time adjunct instructor position include teaching quality courses in Media & Entertainment. We are looking for qualified individuals who can teach in the areas of Multimedia Graphics and Design (including publication layout, vector/raster image design, and broadcast graphics) and Interactive and Immersive media (including wireframing, XR design, immersive/interactive content, coding). The ability to fluently use Apple and Windows computer systems, Adobe applications, web-based content, industry standard equipment, and other software is essential for these positions.

The Adjunct Instructor of MAE will perform the following duties:

The selected candidate for this in-person, on-campus position will teach baccalaureate level courses in the Media & Entertainment program in accordance with program needs.

Specific duties include:

• preparing and presenting course materials according to department curricular needs;
  
• assessing student performance;
  
• preparing, administering, and grading assignments;
  
• mentoring students and/or student media area as needed;
  
• holding office hours;
  
• attend department meetings as needed;
  
• assigning final grades.

**All responsibilities of faculty members at CSU Pueblo are in accordance with the Faculty Handbook. The Faculty Handbook is the authoritative guide on specific requirements with regard to teaching assignments, scholarly activity, research, and service.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree
  
• Significant relevant professional experience (5+ years) and/or a post-baccalaureate certificate in relevant field
  
• Technological fluency appropriate for assigned courses
  
• Experience teaching OR training

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's or terminal degree in media, entertainment, digital communications, or related field
• Significant relevant professional experience
• Technological expertise appropriate for assigned courses
• Experience teaching in post-secondary environments or with professional training in the industry

Compensation

Up to $1000 per credit hour, depending on education, experience, and attendance at departmental meetings (as needed).

Supplemental Information

All interested candidates must contact the Department Chair, Jon Pluskota, with their application materials. No other format of application materials will be accepted.

Applicants must attach the following documents to their inquiry in order to be considered for this position:

1. a current resume or CV
2. official or unofficial transcripts for all colleges/universities attended
3. a digital portfolio of 5-7 relevant professional samples of your work

CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment.

Note: Candidates selected for employment must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.

It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity at csup_ie@csupueblo.edu

Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements in all programs. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, CSU Pueblo is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Director of Institutional Equity & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination (including Title IX Sex Discrimination), Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE's contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity ()

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