Teaching Fellow in Sports Journalism at University of Salford
Job Description
Opportunity Overview
This job is aimed at sports journalists and media practitioners keen to combine their industry work with University teaching. It’s an opportunity to join us at the starting line of an exciting new programme in Sports Journalism, and share your ongoing experience with the next generation of reporters, commentators and content creators.
Please be advised that there are 2 part time positions available for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching sports journalism skills across platforms
- Planning and preparing module and programme materials
- Building and maintaining relationships with external organisations in sport and journalism, such as media companies, clubs and governing bodies
- Providing academic guidance and support to students
- Using ongoing industry engagement to make sure your University work is informed by current and future trends in sports media
About the School or Department
Journalism at the University of Salford is already one of the best places to start a career in the media. Based at MediaCityUK in the School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology, we are part of one of the largest centres in the country for training the next generation of media professionals. Our BJTC and NCTJ-accredited programmes have a proud record of creating award-winning graduates working across journalism and related industries. Now, we are expanding with a new programme in Sports Journalism. Greater Manchester is recognised as one of the homes of sport, not just in the UK but across the world. We are confident there will be nowhere better than our University and our region to learn – and teach – the skills essential to the sports journalists of tomorrow.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary – and excellent pension scheme
- An impressive 32 days leave – plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
- Flexible working – we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
- Professional development – we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
- Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives
- The Perks! – MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
