Job Description

Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Journalism Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
Applied Lab Instruction for JRN 200. In this course students learn the process of generating, pitching, researching, writing, editing and publishing stories for printed and on-line publications. With this weekly lab, it focuses on fundamentals and principles for gathering, assembling and producing accurate, timely news stories with headlines, photographs, cutlines, and social media according to Canadian Press style.
Position Requirements
The successful candidate will teach the independent and critical practice of print/

digital journalism and essential skills to become a successful journalist.



Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated effectiveness in teaching

journalism studies, recent and relevant professional experience, and those with

practical experience and knowledge in print and multimedia. Knowledge of news

production is expected. Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor of Journalism

degree or equivalent in a related discipline. A Master of Journalism degree is

preferred.



The School of Journalism defines "recent and relevant professional experience" as

working experience in the field of journalism within the last four years, and a

minimum of three years of professional experience in the specific medium or method

applicable to the course.



The successful applicant must have excellent communication skills, comprehensive

knowledge of journalistic practices and a demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm

for teaching.
Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range Per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours
1:30 pm - 2:20 pm | JRN 200-002 Tuesdays
Course Modality F2F Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) September 1st, 2025 - December 30th, 2025 Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information

Contact Information

journalism@uregina.ca

Job Open Date

07/02/2025

Job Close Date

07/15/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Application Instructions

For existing Sessionals: You may upload new curriculum vitae and teaching dossier with your application or you may use previously uploaded documents. Existing sessional instructors do not have to provide new references and transcripts with each application. They may use previously uploaded documents. If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University's employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.