Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism

The Annenberg School of Journalism seeks a qualified adjunct instructor to teach JOUR 596 Follow the Money: Business and Economics. This graduate-level course is an intensive, reporting-based class that explores business and economic journalism. Students will be tasked with developing business story ideas, refining these ideas into cogent pitches, and delivering work that is of publishable quality.Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.The course will also cover the following basics:Understanding financial marketsReading financial documentsUnderstanding economic dataCrafting business storiesHigh-level, ethical reportingIdeal candidates will have at least 10 years of experience in expert business and economic reporting, as well as editing experience.Preferred Experience: Minimum 10 years professional reporting and editing experience with a respected journalistic publication. In addition, university-level teaching experience is preferred. Demonstrated ability to help students achieve their academic and professional goals.The hourly range for this position is $37.87 - $46.96. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, as well as external market and organizational considerations.USC reserves the "Adjunct" appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC, who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year, but in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.Applicants should send a letter describing their background, interests, and areas of expertise, and an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae through the Careers at USC website.The USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism is among the nation's leading institutions devoted to the study of communication, journalism, and public relations. With an enrollment of 2,400 undergraduate and graduate students, USC Annenberg scholars, both students and faculty, are defining these fields for the 21st century and beyond.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-06