Credit Contract Appointment: Journalism Digital Media -- WINTER 2026 - (3261)
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Job Title: Credit Contract Appointment: Journalism Digital Media -- WINTER 2026
Job Type: Contract
Union: MRFA
Position Classification: Salary Grade
FT or PT: Part-time
Hybrid Work: Inapplicable (MRFA position)
Position End Date: 4/29/2026
Location: Mount Royal University
About this Position
The Department of Broadcast Media Studies and Journalism Digital Media, Faculty of Business, Communication Studies, and Aviation at Mount Royal University invites applications for part-time sessional appointments in Winter 2026, from January 5 to April 29, 2026.
Please submit ONE application that clearly states which courses you are applying for and includes all submission requirements demonstrating your qualifications.
Courses and Responsibilities
- JOUR 2718 - Community-centred Journalism
- Lecture Hours: 3
- Course Description: This course introduces community-centred journalism practice, focusing on trust-building, ethical engagement, and Solutions Journalism to report on community stories.
- Schedule: Winter 2718 001, Fridays 14:30 - 17:20, O231
Qualifications
- Master's degree minimum in Journalism or related fields.
- Experience teaching undergraduate courses in Journalism or related fields for at least 1 semester.
- Preferred: Minimum 3 years journalism experience.
Please include the following in your application:
- Cover Letter specific to this position.
- Resume or CV.
Additional Course (Video and Photo-based News Stories)
Students will develop and produce multimedia news stories, focusing on digital storytelling principles and current journalism practices.
Qualifications include:
- Master's degree in Journalism or related fields.
- Experience with intermediate equipment and production tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, camera operations, lighting, audio, and digital photography.
- Preferred: Journalism audio and video editorial experience.
Applicants must provide:
- Cover Letter specific to this position.
- Resume or CV.
- Link to an online portfolio with work samples.
General Responsibilities
All positions include course instruction (preparation, delivery, assessments) and administrative duties such as exam administration and grading.
Closing Date: 5 May 2025
Mount Royal University values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. For questions, contact Dr. Milena Radzikowska at ************@mtroyal.ca.
