Imc Professor

Description:

The West Virginia University Reed School of Media and Communications seeks a dynamic Harrison Omnicom Visiting Professor of Practice (i.e. Teaching Professor) in Advertising or Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) to help teach in and lead our student-run Martin Hall Agency and advertising-oriented coursework, beginning in January or August 2025.

Part of the new College of Creative Arts and Media, the Reed School of Media and Communications’ advertising and public relations program is accredited by ACEJMC. The School has a reputation for collaborative hands-on coursework and special projects that benefit nonprofit organizations and small businesses in West Virginia. Teaching faculty at WVU follow a similar promotion path as tenure-track faculty, including voting privileges.

West Virginia University (WVU) is located about 70 miles south of Pittsburgh, PA, in Morgantown—a college town that enjoys high quality health care, sporting events, performing arts and outdoor activities. For more information, please contact School of Media and Communications Director Diana Martinelli at diana.martinelli@mail.wvu.edu.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have recent advertising experience and a passion for teaching students and engaging them in real-world campaigns and projects. Candidates should also be able to transfer their professional expertise to the classroom, teach established courses in advertising and IMC and help develop/lead new related courses.

Requirements for the position include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and significant professional advertising experience. Although not required, a master’s degree and higher education teaching experience is preferred. Rank is dependent on experience.

To apply, upload an application, resume or curriculum vitae, cover letter, and list of three references. Applications should include a link to a professional digital portfolio. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Nov. 1, 2024, will receive first consideration.

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.