Job Description
Ferrum College, an NCAA Division II institution located in Ferrum, Virginia, is seeking
an enthusiastic adjunct instructor to lead classroom instruction in sports media
broadcasting.
This is a part-time position beginning January 11, 2026.
Primary Purpose:
The adjunct instructor in sports media will provide instruction that introduces students to
the link between media outlets and sports organizations. The course highlights the
various strategies that media outlets use to secure broadcasting rights, develop sports
programming schedules, and plan brand-specific sports programming to generate
revenue. Under the guidance of the instructor, students will explore the various
programming strategies of diverse sports networks, watch industry-specific
documentaries and interviews with executives and sports media professionals, and
identify the process of creating sports-based media content for sporting events.
Onsite and remote instruction are possible for this position.
Because of state tax regulations, the successful applicant must reside in Virginia.
Essential Functions : Provide classroom instruction during class meeting times and execute necessary course evaluations such as quizzes, tests, and classroom readings.
Provide students with a foundational understanding of how sports media networks
function, the role of sponsorships, advertising and other financial drivers, and licensing
and permitting necessary to execute a remote sports broadcast operation.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in sports media or equivalent experience. Related fields such as
journalism, public relations, broadcast journalism with a concentration in sports
broadcasting, or technical direction of live broadcast operations will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a coeducational collegiate environment; two or more years of
experience as a live sports broadcast technical director.
Other Preferences:
The successful candidate must be committed to working and teaching within an
environment that values the development of students, promotes cultural inclusion and
diversity, fosters mental health awareness, and ensures NCAA and Conference
Carolinas compliance.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of
color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At
Ferrum, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if
you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every
qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the
ideal candidate for this role or other positions on campus.
Interested candidates should submit a resume along with the names and telephone
numbers of three references to resumes@ferrum.edu or mail to Human Resources,
Ferrum College, P.O. Box 1000, Ferrum, VA 24088. Background check required.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
All applicants must complete the online Ferrum College Employment Application
by clicking here.
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