University of Missouri System is hiring: Associate Sports Editor, Assistant Prof

Associate Sports Editor, Assistant Professional Practice Professor

Do you want to help prepare bright young people for a future in sports journalism? Join us at the nation's top journalism school, where that happens every day.

The Missouri School of Journalism seeks a top-notch editor who has a strong foundation in the fundamentals of sports journalism but isn't stuck in the past. We seek an individual who’s ready to be part of an award-winning team focused on creating great journalists and great journalism.

Sound like a good fit? Then apply to be the Associate Sports Editor at the Columbia Missourian, the community news outlet operated by the Missouri School of Journalism. You will also be an assistant professor of practice, teaching both in the classroom and the newsroom.

You will work with some of the best journalism students in the country. You'll work one-on-one as an editor with these talented soon-to-be-professionals as they cover collegiate, prep and pro sports, and you'll also teach a course every semester. You will have real impact on the development of the next generation of journalists as a mentor and will help shape future beat reporters, feature writers and newsroom leaders. The Missourian newsroom works in text, audio and video, and as a teaching lab we’re always ready to try new ideas.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, renewable 12-month faculty appointment.

Job Duties

• Working with the sports editor and other newsroom editors to assign and edit a team of eager journalists, in both daily coverage, storytelling skills and in deeper enterprise work.
• Organizing coverage of sports at the collegiate and prep levels, in addition to feature stories, special projects and other content.
• Editing and producing the award-winning Sports section of the print edition of the Missourian, an average of three nights a week. This involves working with student reporters and photographers, designers and others throughout the newsroom.
• Helping produce the digital sports products of the Missourian and other platforms in the school’s converged newsroom.
• Helping organize and oversee a pipeline that brings new students into the sports department.
• Teaching a journalism class every semester.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field.
• 5 years professional experience, including reporting and management.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Sports reporting and editing experience.
• A proven commitment to accuracy and editing.
• Design experience in print and digital products and the ability to oversee visual storytelling; Adobe InDesign experience is a plus.
• An ability to envision multiple ways users interact with information and plan packages for digital and print products with the user in mind.
• Curiosity about and comfort with digital tools and trends.
• The ethical judgment and skill to teach young journalists how to make tough calls on their feet.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $62,500-$67,000

Application Materials

Apply online by uploading (a) a letter of application that describes your interest in the job, your teaching philosophy, and your thoughts about teaching sports journalism; (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) the names and contact information for three references, and (d) a one-page statement that specifically addresses how you would engage with a diverse student population with regards to teaching, research, mentoring, and advising.

Other Information

Founded in 1908, the Missouri School of Journalism is the world’s oldest and leading journalism program and has been widely recognized for excellence and innovation in undergraduate and graduate education and scholarship.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.