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Madison College

PT Instructor Pool - Journalism

Madison, WI · On-site

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... and environments; delivering instruction of high quality; assessing student learning; advising ... Intro to Journalism, Investigative Journalism, Intro to Mass Communication, Documentary ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental journalism in the United States is $61,001.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $73,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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There are various job opportunities in environmental journalism. As a journalist, you can write articles for blogs and magazines on a freelance basis. You can be a full-time journalist for a news outlet, where your duties are to report on the state of the environment and pollution issues. If you work in environmental communications, your responsibilities are to write and edit white papers for organizations. You can also be a copywriter. In this position, you research and develop marketing materials for eco-friendly companies. As a technical writer, you create scientific articles about any number of environmental products, ranging from solar panels to software.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Environmental Journalist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Journalist, you need strong research, writing, and investigative skills, often supported by a degree in journalism, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, multimedia storytelling tools, and data analysis software is commonly required. Curiosity, persistence, and the ability to communicate complex environmental issues clearly are crucial soft skills. These abilities enable journalists to produce accurate, engaging stories that inform the public and influence environmental awareness and policy.

How do environmental journalists typically collaborate with scientists and advocacy groups to ensure accurate and impactful reporting?

Environmental journalists often work closely with scientists to verify facts, interpret complex data, and ensure their reporting is grounded in credible research. They may attend conferences, conduct interviews, and participate in field visits to gain firsthand insights. Collaboration with advocacy groups can provide story leads and context, but journalists must maintain editorial independence to avoid bias. These interactions help produce well-rounded, accurate stories that inform and engage the public on critical environmental issues.

What is environmental journalism?

Environmental journalism is a field of reporting that focuses on issues related to the environment, such as climate change, pollution, conservation, and biodiversity. Environmental journalists investigate and communicate stories about how human activity impacts the natural world, often translating complex scientific information into accessible language for the public. They may work for newspapers, magazines, online platforms, or broadcast media, and their work is essential for raising awareness and encouraging informed decision-making about environmental challenges. Environmental journalism can require travel, research, and interviews with scientists, policymakers, and affected communities.

What is the difference between Environmental Journalism vs Environmental Communication?

AspectEnvironmental JournalismEnvironmental Communication
CredentialsJournalism degree or related experienceCommunications, public relations, or environmental studies
Work EnvironmentMedia outlets, news agencies, online platformsGovernment agencies, NGOs, corporate sustainability teams
Industry UsageReporting on environmental issues, investigative journalismPromoting environmental initiatives, stakeholder engagement

Environmental Journalism focuses on reporting and investigating environmental issues for media outlets, requiring journalism skills. Environmental Communication involves conveying environmental messages to the public or stakeholders, often within organizations, emphasizing strategic messaging and outreach. Both roles require understanding environmental topics but differ in their primary objectives and work settings.

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High School Broadcast Journalism Teacher, and PNN Coordinator

High School Broadcast Journalism Teacher, and PNN Coordinator

Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation

Mishawaka, IN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Language Arts - Journalism
Date Posted:
4/18/2026
Location:
Penn High School
CERTIFIED POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Broadcast Journalism Teacher, and PNN Supervisor
Work Group: Certified Teacher 183.5 Contractual Days
Licensure: Journalism 5-12 or Language Arts 5-12
Reports To:Penn High School Administration
Evaluation:Based on the Teacher Effectiveness Rubric
Job Overview:
This role involves instructing students in the production of high-quality, student-run broadcasts, including a daily 2-minute live morning announcements show and a weekly pre-recorded 15-20 minute program, and occasional livestream broadcasts of events. The teacher must instruct students in video production, scriptwriting, on-camera presentation, video editing, script editing, newsgathering, and ethical journalism practices while fostering creativity, teamwork, and technical proficiency. The teacher will also supervise the other media outlets that Penn News Network runs, and collaborate with the Sports Journalism teacher on various projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  1. Supervise the production of daily live morning announcements and a weekly news show, ensuring timely and professional content.
  2. Supervise the Penn News Network (PNN) website and copy edit stories.
  3. Supervise & update the "Digital Signage" displayed across Penn High School monitors.
  4. Maintain administrative access to PNN social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc.).
  5. Provide feedback on student work, helping them refine their on-air presence, editing skills, and journalistic writing.
  6. Teach students the skills of operating cameras, audio equipment, teleprompters, lighting practices.
  7. Manage a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, teaching students how to work efficiently under pressure.
  8. Encourage responsible and ethical reporting while fostering a collaborative newsroom culture.
  9. Coordinate with school administrators, faculty, and student organizations to cover relevant school news and events.
  10. Proctor the Adobe Certification tests through the Certiport program.

Journalism Responsibilities:
  1. Teach the fundamentals of journalism, including newswriting, interviewing, editing, photography, media law and media literacy
  2. Introduce students to publication design, advertising, photography, and basic broadcasting
  3. Emphasize core journalistic values such as accuracy, objectivity, and concise reporting
  4. Guide students through newsgathering and content creation for school publications or broadcasts
  5. Provide direct approval of content (written, video, graphic, podcast, livestream) before it is made available for Penn High School or external communications

PNN Studio & Remote Live Stream Technical Knowledge:
The PNN Studio equipment is from Blackmagic Design. Running the equipment requires technical knowledge, including operating cameras, ATEM Switcher, Audio Equipment and Lighting. Knowledge of software integration is also needed to control the ATEM software, create graphics and titles and manage media playback. School broadcasts are distributed and streamed through YouTube. Livestreaming technical knowledge, or the willingness to learn about livestreaming technology, including how to use Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) is encouraged.
Qualifications Requirements:
  1. Teaching experience in English, journalism, media studies, or a related field preferred.
  2. Qualified to teach dual credit through Ivy Tech Community College preferred.
  3. Professional work experience in the field of broadcast journalism preferred.
  4. Expert knowledge of broadcast media and journalism, broadcast style writing, video production, audio, and livestreaming.
  5. Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills.
  6. Proficient in video-editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro).
  7. Basic graphic design knowledge with proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and/or Illustrator.
  8. Expert knowledge of Associated Press Writing Styleguide.
  9. Ability to manage student-led productions and develop their leadership and teamwork skills.
  10. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  11. Passion for teaching and mentoring students in a real-world media production environment.
  12. Adept with the use of technology as well as proven competence of the pedagogy that fuses technology with problem-based learning
  13. Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  14. Demonstrated excellent work habits, attendance record, and interactions with parents.
  15. Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask, prioritize work, and give exceptional attention to detail.
  16. Willingness to improve and/or develop job-related skills.

Physical Ability ~ Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Sensory Requirements ~ Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. All tasks require oral communications ability.
Environmental Factors ~ The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:
  • Tasks are regularly performed without potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as temperature and noise extremes, odors, humidity, vibrations, traffic hazards, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however the noise level can vary depending upon daily activity, but will still remain within the acceptable noise level range.
  • Some photography and video responsibilities may require being outdoors under all weather conditions.

Mental Effort ~ Normal Concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks.
~ When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity ~
The Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation.

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