Digital Media Faculty Member
- Employer
- Holyoke Community College
- Location
- Holyoke, MA, MA
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.
The Communication, Media and Theater Arts (CMTA) Department at Holyoke Community College seeks a full-time tenure-track faculty member to bring vision and innovation to the digital media courses and programming within the department’s Integrated Studies Degree Option. As part of the college’s efforts to ensure equitable outcomes for all HCC students, candidates must bring a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in their teaching practice, as well as a record of excellence in college-level instruction. In addition to teaching experience, candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to student-centered advising and an interest in actively engaging with the communities HCC serves. The Integrated Studies Option provides a foundation in communication and production skills for students interested in a wide range of careers. We seek candidates with expertise in a variety of existing digital communication/production skills, such as podcasting, video production, audio production, radio, interactive digital media, and film criticism, as well as the interest and curiosity to explore new technologies as they emerge. The ideal candidate will help us revitalize our Media Arts Center through collaborative work with department faculty and college IT professionals. In addition to teaching experience, candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to student-centered advising, and to building partnerships that will enhance students’ opportunities for career and transfer. Such partnerships may include internal collaborations with colleagues in the CMTA department or in Art and Business, as well as external collaborations to expand career and transfer opportunities for CMTA students. Although hybrid teaching options may be available, this position will require a substantial amount of in-person, on-campus work with students, faculty, and community partners.1. Teach foundation and advanced courses in all areas of Digital Media: Introduction to Digital Media, Fundamentals of Video, Interactive Digital Storytelling, Intro to Radio Broadcasting, History and Criticism of Film, and Digital Audio.
2. Remain knowledgeable about developments and trends in the field, and proficient in current Digital Media software and practices.
3. Coordinate and advance Digital Media by designing new and updating existing courses to maintain an evolving, contemporary, and forward-looking curriculum.
4. Contribute to department efforts to recruit and retain students.
5. Supervise and support student work including displaying student projects on displays In the Media Arts Center.
6. Collaborate with Theater and Communication faculty on campus-wide projects and initiatives.
7. Work with IT staff to manage and maintain the computer lab and equipment in the Digital Media classrooms.
8. Provide academic advising for Communication, Media and Theater Arts students.
9. Meet with and assist students during office hours.
10.Participate in shared governance committees, as well as other committees, task forces, and sub-committees.
11.Provide college service as required by the MCCC contract.
REQUIRED:
PREFERRED:
Salary: Minimum $54,820-$64,159 (subject to salary increase effective January 1, 2025). Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits.
Funding: State
Start Date: August, 2025
Application Instructions-- Please submit the following documentation:
- Letter of interest
- CV including three references with contact information (email and phone)
- Teaching philosophy with a Statement of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Artist / Professional Practice Statement
- Documentation of 10 student work samples
- Documentation of 10 creative/professional work Samples
- Sample syllabi
- Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.
Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.
Organization
Working at Holyoke Community College
Since its founding in 1946, Holyoke Community College has focused on inspiring futures through education and training, access, and engagement. The goal is simple-exceptional preparation for personal and professional success through education for all learners.
HCC's highly-qualified, committed faculty and staff engage learners through innovative, relevant instruction and comprehensive student support services, ensuring that our students are well prepared for their next step in life-whether to transfer to a four-year institution, to advance in a career, to build skills, or simply to enhance their quality of life.
HCC faculty and staff support students in discovering their academic abilities and career aptitudes for the future they choose. We think they'll find that HCC provides the best start for attaining their goals, for one of the best dollar values in education today.
Enrollment
Located in Western Massachusetts' scenic Pioneer Valley, HCC draws students from more than 70 cities and towns throughout the region and from beyond. As a gateway to quality, accessible education and career advancement, more than 100,000 students have come through the doors seeking to realize their dreams and aspirations. HCC boasts the largest enrollment and awards the highest number of associate degrees and certificates among Western Massachusetts community colleges. At the college's 65th commencement in May 2012,a total of 1,000 students received approximately 1,026 associate degrees and certificates. Graduates ranged in age from 18-80, and came from 70 Massachusetts towns, as well as Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, and from as far away as Florida, Michigan, Missouri and South Carolina. Our international grads included citizens of Israel, Malawi, Peru and South Korea.
Programs
HCC offers more than 100 associate degree and certificate options, as well as adult basic education/GED programs, education and training for business and industry, and noncredit community service personal and professional enrichment courses. To accommodate students' busy lives, HCC offers day, twilight, evening, weekend, and online classes. Academic programs, in a variety of disciplines, are designed for immediate career entry or for transfer to four-year institutions. Plus, for those seeking additional intellectual challenge in their coursework, HCC is known for its exceptional learning communities (team-taught interdisciplinary courses organized around a common theme) and its Commonwealth Honors program, among other programs and services.
Transfer
HCC has the highest transfer rate of any community college statewide, holding articulation agreements with more than 27 colleges and universities. Many students attend HCC with the intention of transferring to a four-year college or university. And many do so after graduating-often with generous and even full scholarships-to public and private four-year colleges and universities across the country. Locally, HCC is the largest feeder institution for Westfield State College and UMASS Amherst.
Immediate career entry
HCC offers short-term certificates and training for students whose goal is immediate career entry. HCC's Career Center provides additional assistance in helping students obtain employment in the region's many workplaces.
A vibrant community resource
Throughout the year, HCC is home to numerous recreational and cultural activities and events that are open to the community. View an art exhibit at the Taber Art Gallery, catch a live performance at the Leslie Phillips Theater, enjoy the college's annual Jazz Festival, or come watch one of HCC's competitive varsity athletic games. HCC has the largest disc golf course in Western Massachusetts, and it's free and open to the public.
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