Instructor/Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication in Tiffin, Ohio at Tiffin University

The Instructor/Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication will teach undergraduate video production and sports media courses while directing a campus broadcast studio supporting live, recorded, and remote athletic events. The Instructor/ Assistant Professor of Digital Media & Sports Communication will mentor and manage a diverse Sports Media Team, coordinating schedules, assignments, and hands-on production experiences. This role requires close collaboration with Athletics and active recruitment of prospective students, along with strong leadership, organizational, and live-production management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

· Teach undergraduate courses in video production, sports media, and others as needed and as assigned

· Coordinate activities and recruitment for a large and diverse student Sports Media Team

· Serve as director of new campus broadcast and video production studio

· Work collaboratively with Athletics to ensure effective media support for remote broadcasts

Education

· Master's Degree or higher in the field of Digital Media or a related field, or a Bachelor's Degree and professional certifications in Digital Media or a related field.

Video Production

· Experience producing engaging video and digital content across platforms

· Portfolio showcasing knowledge of diverse production styles, client collaboration, and current social media and digital storytelling trends

· Proficiency in camera operation, cinematography, lighting, audio, editing workflows, motion graphics, live and multi-camera production, drone or mobile video, studio and field production techniques

· Experience with industry-standard software

· Knowledge of current content creation, branding, and social media strategies

Sports Media

· Ability to manage live sports production workflows for multiple sports

· Ability to manage basic broadcast studio operations including vMix production, studio and remote camera operation, lighting, audio production

· Ability to manage remote broadcast operations

· Experience in sports storytelling, journalism, photography, and creating digital content across multiple delivery platforms

Leadership & Management

· Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate student teams with varying skill levels

· Demonstrated success in building collaborative, high-performing teams

· Commitment to student development, coaching, and experiential learning

· Exceptional organizational and logistical coordination skills

· Ability to manage complex production schedules, assignments, and deadlines across multiple sports seasons

· Experience overseeing live or remote broadcast operations

· Strong attention to detail to ensure quality control in live and recorded productions

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

· Proven ability to collaborate effectively with athletics staff, coaches, and campus stakeholders

Student Recruitment & Outreach

· Ability to engage and recruit prospective students, including outreach to high school programs

· Strong public-facing communication and relationship-building skills

· Experience representing programs at events, visits, and community engagements

· Passion for promoting academic programs and student opportunities

Why Join Tiffin University?

Tiffin University offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your financial expertise directly supports student success and institutional growth. We value innovation, transparency, and partnership—and provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Tiffin University, we believe in taking care of our employees. That’s why all full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance:

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.

· Health Savings Account with annual employer incentive contribution & Flex Spending Account with options to save pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, and vision expenses.

· Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability, plus voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability.

· A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.

· Generous paid annual and sick leave, plus paid holidays throughout the year.

· Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members.

· Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.