At Texas Tech University, the Lecturer title designates a full-time, non-tenure-acquiring role with primary duties in teaching organized classes and/or instructional labs. In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, applicants should have experience working with a breadth of student populations at the undergraduate level.  

As a Lecturer in the Department of Journalism & Creative Media Industries, you will be expected to teach courses in digital video/cinema/film production. Additional expectations include teaching in other areas of digital media production based on the successful candidate's experience, which may include some combination of audio, web design, digital photography, AI workflows, VR/AR, mixed reality, virtual production, digital world-building for gaming, interactive media, motion graphics, VFX, and/or similar related practices. 

The position’s overall duties are allocated between teaching (80%) and service (20%) to the department, college, or university. This equates to a standard teaching load of four organized courses per semester, with potential opportunities to teach additional courses during summer or intersession semesters for additional compensation. Teaching assignments may include both face-to-face and online courses. The Lecturer will also be expected to mentor undergraduate students within the Department. 

The anticipated contract start date is September 1, 2026, with faculty on duty in mid-August 2026.  

Required Qualifications 

Candidates must have either completed a master's degree in media and communication (or a discipline relevant to the position) OR have earned at least 18 graduate credit hours in the area by the date of the appointment. Candidates with an undergraduate degree who possess outstanding and significant professional experience, as well as demonstrated contributions to the digital media production field, may also be eligible and are encouraged to apply. 

Professional experience with a primary focus on digital video/cinema/film production is required. Relevant experience may include full-time, part-time, freelance, contract-based, or entrepreneurial professional practice in the field. 

Preferred Qualifications 

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply: 

• At least three years of professional experience with a primary focus on digital video/cinema/film production.  Relevant experience may include full-time, part-time, freelance, contract-based, or entrepreneurial professional practice in the field. 

• Professional experience in additional areas of digital media production, including but not limited to audio, web design, digital photography, AI workflows, VR/AR, mixed reality, virtual production, digital world-building for gaming, interactive media, motion graphics, VFX, and/or similar related practices. 

• A demonstrated record of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level in a variety of contexts (face-to-face, online, hybrid) and class sizes (large lecture, lecture, and skills-oriented labs) and a demonstrated and ongoing commitment to serving a variety of student populations. 

Application Process 

The closing date for applications is Wednesday, April 1, 2026. To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application here, and include attached 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, including link(s) to the candidate’s portfolio of past media production work, 3) a statement on the candidate’s approach to teaching and student success relevant for the position as outlined above, and 4) names of and contact information for at least three professional references. 

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Glenn Cummins, Search Committee Chair at glenn.cummins@ttu.edu. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources, Talent Acquisition at hrs.recruiting@ttu.edu or 806-742-3851. 

Requisition #44000BR