Grand Canyon University

Writing for Broadcast- Adjunct Faculty- Traditional Ground - College of Arts and Media

PHOENIX, AZPosted 17 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Grand Canyon University

  • Job overview

    The Writing for Broadcast Adjunct Faculty position at Grand Canyon University involves teaching a writing-intensive broadcast course that develops students' skills in scriptwriting, storytelling, and interview preparation to engage audiences effectively.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role requires facilitating classroom lectures and discussions, incorporating innovative teaching strategies, engaging students with industry trends and technologies, assessing student performance, mentoring for career preparation, and supporting the university's mission and ethical standards.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers education benefits, tuition assistance, a 401(k) plan, employee perks and discounts, access to a gym and fitness center, and health and wellness services.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of professional broadcasting experience; a Master's or PhD in Communication or Broadcast Journalism is preferred, with exceptions for those with relevant graduate credits and professional or teaching experience in broadcast writing.

  • Work environment and culture

    The university promotes a positive, mission-driven environment aligned with its Christian values and ethical standards, emphasizing student success and innovative teaching.

  • Company information

    Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university in Phoenix, Arizona, offering diverse academic programs through its College of Arts and Media.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is on-campus in Phoenix, Arizona, with in-person classes for the Fall 2025 semester.

  • Application process

    Applicants must submit an unofficial transcript for any graduate degrees along with their application for review.

  • Unique job features

    This adjunct faculty role focuses on a specialized broadcast writing course that integrates practical industry experience with academic instruction in a traditional classroom setting.

Company overview

Grand Canyon University (GCU) is a private, for-profit Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs through its nine colleges, including business, education, nursing, and health sciences. GCU generates revenue primarily through tuition fees and online education programs, which have expanded significantly over the years. Founded in 1949, the university transitioned from a non-profit to a for-profit institution in 2004, which has allowed for substantial growth and development in its campus facilities and academic offerings.

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  • Connect with faculty or staff in the College of Arts and Media at Grand Canyon University on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent university events, expressing admiration for their work in media education, or asking about the culture and expectations for adjunct faculty roles.

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