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Connoisseur Media

Street Team (Part Time)

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$11 - $14.75/hr

Must have a positive attitude. * Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays ... We are Connoisseur Media, a broadcast and digital media company serving audiences, advertisers, and ...

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What is a weekend digital media professor?

Weekend Digital Media Professors are educators who specialize in teaching digital media subjects—such as graphic design, multimedia production, social media, and digital storytelling—during weekend sessions. They typically work with students who may have weekday commitments or need a more flexible schedule. These professors bring both academic knowledge and practical industry experience to help students gain hands-on skills in various digital media tools and platforms. Weekend classes can be held in-person, online, or in a hybrid format, depending on the institution.

How does a weekend digital media professor balance teaching responsibilities with staying current in the rapidly evolving digital media field?

Weekend Digital Media Professors often manage a unique balance between classroom instruction and ongoing professional development. Since digital media trends and technologies evolve quickly, professors frequently dedicate time outside of class—such as during the week or between semesters—to attend industry webinars, collaborate on projects, or engage in research. This ensures their course content remains relevant and engaging for students. In addition, collaborating with colleagues and participating in departmental meetings are common, even for weekend instructors, to maintain alignment with curriculum standards and share best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend digital media professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Digital Media Professor, you typically need a strong background in digital media theory and practice, a relevant advanced degree, and prior teaching experience. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite, learning management systems (LMS), and digital content creation tools is essential. Excellent communication, adaptability, and mentorship skills help engage diverse learners and foster a collaborative classroom environment. These skills ensure effective instruction and keep students current with evolving digital media trends.

Are online weekend digital media professor jobs in demand?

Online weekend digital media professor jobs are in moderate demand as educational institutions and training programs seek flexible instructors skilled in digital media tools and content creation. The demand is influenced by the growth of online education and digital marketing industries, with opportunities often requiring expertise in social media, video editing, and digital strategy. Job availability can vary based on institution size and regional needs.

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Graduate Student Assistant - GSA Digital Media & Journalism

Liberty University

Lynchburg, VA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Job description

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, the Graduate Assistant (GSA or TA) works on campus in an academic support role for the University. These roles can range from teaching your own classes, overseeing students, grading academic assignments, scheduling, sending emails, lecturing, etc. The Graduate Assistant works a maximum of 20 hours per week (12m - 1040) throughout their contracted time length.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Work under the direction and supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor in the School of Communication and the Arts Digital Medial and Journalism.
  • Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and the Graduate School.
  • Attend all Orientations and training sessions per the direction of the School of Communication and the Arts and The Graduate School.
  • Uphold and follow the Community Standards and respected Honor Code (provided by the Office of Community Life), as well as the Graduate Assistantship Handbook.
  • Create and edit any and all PowerPoint, Excel, or Word documents.
  • Track Attendance using Top-Hat and post in Canvas.
  • Administer/proctor exams: monitor students during exams to avoid talking, laptop browsing, and cheating; answer questions and manage Top-Hat or Canvas technologies.
  • Grade subjective and objective quizzes/tests/exams and written assignments within university specified timeframes.
  • Communicate through email and Canvas with students regarding absences/attendance issues/meetings/any course related questions responding within university specified timeframes.
  • Manage excused absences, doctors' notes, student athletes.
  • At the direction of the Office of Disability Accommodation Support, provide any academic accommodations to students by managing tests and assignments for these students with the Testing Center or making modifications to third party tests/Canvas to meet these requirements.
  • Maintain regular business office hours to provide availability and interaction with students either in person or over MS Teams as directed by their supervisor/chair/dean.
  • Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and any other various responsibilities.
  • Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
  • Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's mission.
  • Assist in a support role for the assigned professor in class related functions.
  • Assist and develop any research related material under the direction of a supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Graduate Assistant Supervisors are responsible for abiding by the Graduate Assistantship Handbook and overseeing the Teaching Assistant for the School of Communication and the Arts Digital Media and Journalism program.. This should be in line with the tasks and responsibilities that will be assigned to their Teaching Assistant. They are to monitor and assess the Teaching Assistants academic, professional, social, and spiritual growth. In addition, they will also complete Graduate Assistants evaluations for every new hire at the end of their first semester and for returners, at the end of the year.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience
Graduate Student Assistant (GSA)
  • Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) degree from a four-year college or university preferred within the communication and the arts digital medial and journalism field.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a master's or doctorate program by the start date within the School of Communication & the Arts Digital Media and Journalism program.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Must be enrolled in a master's or doctorate program within the School of Communication and the Arts Digital Media and Journalism program and have previous teaching experience.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to attain an understanding of all technical systems that support the role of being a GSA.
  • Must live in the local area in order to report to work on campus.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
  • Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
  • Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Computer and scheduling skills.

Problem Solving
  • Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities
  • Required to travel to local and campus locations.
  • May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
  • Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
  • Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
  • Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate. Working environment also includes facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.
Driving Requirements
Use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.
PAY RANGE
Graduate Student Assistant
$16,320 annual salary, may be prorated based on the term of appointment.
Time Type
Part time
Location
Onsite
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

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