Adjunct Professor- Digital Communications Engagement

Kaplan has partnered with Wake Forest University in their mission to develop a new kind of leader through their fully online degree programs. At Wake Forest, students gain a rare and valuable blend of leadership, technical, and practical industry expertise that empowers them to advance their career, organization—and the world around them. Wake Forest’s curricula are constantly evolving to reflect the most up-to-date market trends. And their programs are designed by both faculty experts and thought leaders in the field, providing the highest quality education possible. Unprecedented times such as these call for a new type of leader. That’s why Wake Forest created the School of Professional Studies—to help working professionals rise to the challenge by building the skills and credentials needed to thrive in a fast-transforming global marketplace. The graduate programs are aligned to market demand, informed by the economy, and designed to address the critical need for strategic leaders who can help businesses adapt, grow, and excel in promising new ways. Course Description: Digital Communications Engagement (Communications Program) Wake Forest University School of Professional Studies is seeking highly qualified candidates to teach the Digital Communications Engagement course in the online Master of Communications program. The ideal candidate is a professional who understands the theory and practice of Communications, along with recent industry trends and innovations. In today’s digital world, consumers of digital messaging are also producers of digital content. Today’s professionals must not only keep up with the near-constant changes in media platforms but must use multiple channels to generate content and listen to users. This course helps build a foundation in current digital practices and emerging media technologies, including digital brand storytelling, content marketing strategy, social media marketing, influencer marketing, and search engine optimization (SEO). Students meet face-to-face in a virtual classroom environment weekly over an academic term, providing them the opportunity to reinforce coursework materials, apply academic concepts, and participate in focused discussions with faculty and colleagues. Faculty Qualifications:

• Master's degree in program field or related degree.

Terminal degree preferred

• 3+ years of experience in university-level teaching.

Preferred applicants also will have a demonstrated ability to deliver graduate-level, online course experiences that are valued by industry. With the targeted audience for this program being adult students pursuing career growth, the University seeks to hire colleagues who are highly skilled in and/or highly attuned to adult learning best practices.

• 5+ years industry experience.

Preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and an ability to integrate ethical concepts and broad understandings of diversity . Application packet must include:

• A cover letter that addresses the candidate’s interest in the position, as well as a summary of relevant academic, professional and teaching experiences
• Current curriculum vitae/resume
• Sample of recent course evaluation results, preferably for graduate-level, online courses (at least 2)

Compensation for teaching a 3.0 credit course= $5,000 Interested candidates, please submit your application packet to [email protected]