Journalism CI Postings | School of Journalism and Communication

Contract Instructor Teaching Opportunities

Fall and Winter Terms 2023-2024

A note to all applicants: As per Articles 16.3 and 16.4 in the CUPE 4600 (Unit 2) Collective Agreement, the posted vacancies listed above are first offered to applicants meeting the incumbency criterion. A link to the current CUPE 4600 (Unit 2) Collective Agreement can be found at the Academic Staff Agreements webpage on the Carleton University website.

JOUR 2201 Fundamentals of Reporting

If public health restrictions allow, the planned mode of delivery for this course will be in-person face-to-face lectures. The University may require that all or part of this course be delivered remotely, including online.

Calendar description

Introduction to the techniques journalists use to gather information quickly, accurately and ethically, and to present reports and features in clear, engaging ways. Newsroom exercises provide experience in reporting, writing, editing and using digital tools, including photography and social media.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 1001 and JOUR 1002 and second year standing in the Bachelor of Journalism program.
Lectures, discussion and practicum six hours a week.

Day and time

***Please rank your preferred term and day on your application but note that preferences cannot be guaranteed.

Fall term 2023

Mondays or Thursdays 1135-1725 *** Classes are generally three hours in length within that timeframe.

Winter term 2024

Mondays 1135-1725 *** Classes are generally three hours in length, with six-hour newsroom exercises in the final weeks of the winter term.

Course details

This course provides second-year students with foundational skills required for journalistic reporting in any medium, although assignments are produced mainly in print journalism format. The emphasis is on gathering information quickly, accurately and ethically, and then presenting this information with precision and clarity in ways that connect with the audience. Each section contains, on average, 18-22 students.

Classes are a mix of lectures, discussions and in-class exercises. Students complete out-of-class reporting assignments on a near-weekly basis. They must receive detailed and timely feedback on assignments directly from the instructor, generally within one week of submitting the assignment. As well as the fundamental skills for any sort of reporting, students receive specific instruction on how to interview effectively, cover meetings, and cover courts and police beat news. Students are also taught the fundamentals of breaking news coverage, feature writing, the ethics of journalism, effective editing, and how to follow a specific writing style in a disciplined way (in this case, CP style). There is no exam in this course.

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a news reporter in one or more newsrooms producing daily news coverage;
a demonstrated ability to write news and features effectively in print journalism style;
an understanding of the requirements and practices of digital journalism, including basic familiarity with WordPress as a publishing platform;
a desire to teach and inspire novice journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to novice reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway;
significant experience in covering courts, the police beat, municipal affairs and/or other beats central to news coverage (and preferably experience in multiple areas);
experience editing written journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling; and,
a firm grounding in the mechanics of English grammar and writing mechanics, and the ability to explain these clearly.

How to apply

Please submit a CV and cover letter listing other courses previously taught at Carleton to Professor Allan Thompson, Associate Director, School of Journalism and Communication – c/o krysia.kotarba@carleton.ca

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

All positions are subject to budgetary approval. Some of these courses may be taught by employees who have the right to automatic reappointment. Advertisement is not a guarantee that a particular course will be offered.

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JOUR 2202 Digital Journalism Toolkit

Calendar description

An introduction to the digital tools and social media journalists use to gather, verify and present material to audiences. Lab exercises provide experience producing photographs, audio, and video for journalistic storytelling and the use of social media tools and platforms for reporting and publishing.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 1001 and JOUR 1002 and second year standing in the Bachelor of Journalism program. Students must be enrolled in this course concurrently with JOUR 2201.
Lectures and lab three hours a week.

Day and time

Fall term 2023

Mondays and Thursdays 835-1125

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a news reporter in one or more newsrooms producing daily news coverage;
a demonstrated ability to write news and features effectively in print journalism style;
an understanding of the requirements and practices of digital journalism, including basic familiarity with WordPress as a publishing platform;
a desire to teach and inspire novice journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to novice reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway;
significant experience in covering courts, the police beat, municipal affairs and/or other beats central to news coverage (and preferably experience in multiple areas);
experience editing written journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling; and,
a firm grounding in the mechanics of English grammar and writing mechanics, and the ability to explain these clearly.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 2501 Media Law

Calendar description

A survey of laws that affect the Canadian media. Specific areas include the development of freedom of expression, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and statutory and common law limitations on freedoms of the press, including publication bans, libel and contempt of court.

Also listed as COMS 2501, MPAD 2501.
Precludes additional credit for COMM 2501 [no longer offered].
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 1001, JOUR 1002, COMS 1001, COMS 1002, or JOUR 1003 and enrollment in the Minor in News Media and Information, or enrollment in the Communication and Policy Studies specialization of the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, or permission of the School of Journalism and Communication.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.

Day and time

Winter term 2024

Fridays 0835-1125

Course details

This course explores the Canadian legal system and the responsibilities of media practitioners, looking specifically at defamation, privacy, and contempt of court. The core goal of instruction is to provide students with the fundamental knowledge necessary to operate effectively and within the boundaries of the law as journalists, media producers and communication specialists. The course is formatted as a series of weekly lectures with an enrolment level of approximately 200 students.

Required skills and qualifications

Candidates should hold a postgraduate degree in law and/or journalism. Professional experience in media law and/or legal journalism and teaching at the university level are assets. In addition, the instructor for this course must have the following:

a desire to teach and inspire students through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
experience in editing work produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 3207 Audio Journalism

Calendar description

In this workshop students will build on the principles and practices of audio journalism to produce stories and audio in various formats suitable for radio and digital publication. Note: JOUR 3207 and JOUR 3208 may not be taken in the same term.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 2201, JOUR 2202, and JOUR 2501 with a grade of C or higher in each.
Lectures and labs six hours a week.

Day and time

***Please rank your preferred day on your application but note that preferences cannot be guaranteed

Fall term 2023

Mondays 1135-1725

Winter term 2024

Mondays or Thursdays 1135-1725

Course details

This course will introduce students to audio as a medium for serious journalism and to the basic skills necessary to report, write, edit, and produce news reports and newscasts. It will emphasize the importance of timeliness, accuracy, clarity and connection with the audience.

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to do the following:

find and focus news stories;
interview sources effectively;
record and edit voice and sound for audio reports;
write clearly in broadcast style;
produce audio reports in various formats; and,
work as part of a team to produce radio newscasts.

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

professional experience working as a radio journalist /producer in daily radio news and current affairs, as well as teaching experience in the classroom and/or experience as a trainer/mentor in a professional newsroom;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work; and,
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 3208 Video Journalism

Calendar description

In this workshop students will build on the principles and practices of video journalism to produce stories and video in various formats suitable for television and digital publication. Note: JOUR 3207 and JOUR 3208 may not be taken in the same term.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 2201, JOUR 2202, and JOUR 2501 with a grade of C or higher in each.
Lectures and labs six hours a week.

Day and time

***Please rank your preferred day on your application but note that preferences cannot be guaranteed

Winter term 2024

Mondays or Thursdays 1135-1725

Course details

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to do the following:

focus and structure video news stories;
write compelling intros and scripts for video stories;
conduct focused interviews;
do voice-overs and on-cameras;
do a ‘live’ reports to camera; and,
light, shoot and edit a basic video story using smartphone technology and a video camera.

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

professional experience working as a television journalist /producer in daily TV news and current affairs, as well as teaching experience in the classroom and/or experience as a trainer/mentor in a professional newsroom;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work; and,
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 3225 Reporting in Depth

Calendar description

Long-form journalistic writing skills development; techniques for thorough investigation of timely public issues. Study of outstanding feature and investigative writing examples. Students will pursue their own reporting projects.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for JOUR 3205 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 2201, JOUR 2202, and JOUR 2501 with a grade of C or higher in each.
Lectures and practicum three hours a week.

Day and time

***Please rank your preferred day on your application but note that preferences cannot be guaranteed

Fall term 2023

Wednesdays 1435-1725

Winter term 2024

Tuesdays 1435-1725

Course details

Reporting in Depth is a combination of in-class discussions and writing assignments. Each student will pick a specific beat, and from that beat will develop news and analytical stories over the course of the term. This course sharpens and refines the “who, what and where” of reporting by emphasizing instruction in the “how” and “why.”

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a journalist in one or more newsrooms or a freelancer producing daily or feature analytical journalism in at least one of the following: print, video, audio or multimedia;
a demonstrated ability to write news and analytical features effectively in print journalism style;
an understanding of the requirements and practices of digital journalism;
a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway;
experience editing written journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling; and,
a firm grounding in the mechanics of English grammar and writing mechanics, and the ability to explain these clearly.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 3235 Digital Journalism

Calendar description

Further development of digital journalism skills. Students will produce journalism for online audiences using formats including written and spoken language, still and moving images.

Day and time

Fall term 2023

Wednesdays 0835-1125

Winter term 2024

Wednesdays 0835-1125

Course details

The Digital Journalism course is composed of two sections: text-based and multimedia. This teaching opportunity is for the multimedia section. Students produce work in a variety of formats, cycling through in two six-week blocks. Those who produce quality journalism will earn the opportunity to have their work published in the School’s flagship digital publication, Capital Current.

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a journalist in one or more local/national newsrooms or a freelancer producing daily or feature journalism at the community level in a range of formats;
an understanding of the requirements and practices of digital journalism;
a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway;
experience editing written journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling; and,
a firm grounding in the mechanics of English grammar and writing mechanics, and the ability to explain these clearly.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 3300/MPAD 3300 Media Ethics in a Digital World

Calendar description

Ethical issues related to production and dissemination of news and other forms of content as they relate to digital environments. Different approaches to ethical decision-making and their application in contemporary settings.

Also listed as MPAD 3300.
Precludes additional credit for JOUR 3215 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 2201, JOUR 2202 and JOUR 2501 with a grade of C or higher in each, or JOUR 1003, JOUR 2003 and JOUR 2501 with a grade of C or higher in each and enrollment in the Minor in News Media and Information.
Lectures three hours a week.

Day and time

Fall term 2023

Tuesdays 1430-1730

Required skills and qualifications

Candidates should have demonstrated experience in investigative journalism and expertise in applying investigative tools to special projects. In addition, the instructor for this course must have the following:

Solid understanding of issues in contemporary media ethics;
Familiarity with principles (such as transparency, fairness and privacy) underlying codes of ethics, which may be used in different media environments;
Ability to convey abstract ethical ideas so they can be applied in practical, professional settings;
significant experience as a journalist in one or more newsrooms or a freelancer producing daily news and/or analytical journalism;
a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student journalists, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway;

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 4100/5508 Special Topics: Investigative Journalism Project / JOUR 5508A Professional Practices: Specialized Media – Investigative Journalism Project

Calendar description

Examination of a topic in journalism not covered in depth in other courses. Seminar three hours a week.

Seminar three hours a week.

Day and time

Fall term 2023

Mondays 1135-1425

Course details

This special topics course is part of the National Student Investigative Reporting Network, based at Concordia University. Each year students work collaboratively on special investigative projects with the network of journalism students in schools across the country as well as media partners.

Required skills and qualifications

a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach specialized reporting at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student journalists, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway; and,
experience editing journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 4308/5308 Specialized Journalism: Sports and Sports Culture

Calendar description

Workshop equipping students with the skills to move beyond the clichés of sports writing and live event coverage. Emphasis on explanatory/analytical reporting; production of an extended work of journalism.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 3225 with a grade of C or higher and fourth-year standing in B.J. Honours or permission of the School.
Also offered at the graduate level, with different requirements, as JOUR 5308, for which additional credit is precluded.
Lectures, discussion and seminars three hours a week.

Day and time

Fall term 2023

Tuesdays 1805-2055

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 4309/5309 Specialized Journalism: Arts and Culture

Calendar description

Students are introduced to arts and culture journalism, exploring issues and trends that are key to understanding and covering the arts and related cultural policy in Canada. Emphasis on explanatory/analytical reporting, culminating in an extended work of journalism.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 3225 with a grade of C or higher and fourth-year standing in B.J. Honours or permission of the School.
Also offered at the graduate level, with different requirements, as JOUR 5309, for which additional credit is precluded.
Lectures, discussion and seminars three hours a week.

Day and time

Winter term 2024

Wednesdays 1805-2055

Course details

Arts and culture journalism remains a most satisfying of writing genres, with opportunities for analysis and storytelling, and an avid readership online. This course introduces key issues while teaching hands-on techniques for writing profiles, reviews, etc. Topics include our celebrity culture, how to recognize bias or manipulation from sources, and the indispensable uses of digital media for reporting.

Required skills and qualifications

Candidates should hold a postgraduate degree in journalism or a related field. In addition, the instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a journalist in one or more newsrooms or as a freelancer producing works of arts and culture journalism;
a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach specialized reporting at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student journalists, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway; and,
experience editing journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 4402 Professional Skills: Longform Writing

Calendar description

Instruction in longform story production. Focus on researching and writing, including the art and craft of writing for magazines.

Day and time

Winter term 2024

Fridays 1135-1425

Course details

This course acquaints students with the world of magazine journalism and gives them an opportunity to develop and practice advanced longform skills. Instruction is geared toward enabling students to produce a story idea or piece that can be sold for publication.

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a journalist writing and editing in the magazine business;
an understanding of the requirements and practices of digital journalism;
a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway; and,
experience editing journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 4403 Professional Skills: Strategic Communication

Calendar description

Workshop pairing student teams with non-profit groups that are in need of strategic communication advice. Instruction in planning and implementation.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for JOUR 4208 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 3225 with a grade of C or higher and fourth-year standing.
Also offered at the graduate level, with different requirements, as JOUR 5508, for which additional credit is precluded.
Lecture and practicum three hours a week.

Day and time

***Please rank your preferred term on your application but note that preferences cannot be guaranteed.

Fall term 2023

Tuesdays 1805-2055

Course details

The course is taught as a workshop in which teams of students prepare a communications plan for a non-profit organization. The instructor is expected to line up three worthy non-profit groups well before the start of term. Each NGO will have some opportunity or challenge requiring a communications strategy (e.g., fundraising, member or volunteer recruitment, lobbying, media relations, rebranding, internal communication). A team of approximately five students will be assigned to each non-profit group. As the term progresses, the instructor will provide instruction on how to conduct the various steps of a communication plan; the student teams will collectively apply what they have learned by producing drafts of each component of a plan that is designed to resolve their NGO’s need.

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

extensive experience in the practice of public relations and communications at a strategic level;
the ability to critique student work for both writing mechanics and strategic thinking;
familiarity with the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of media (including social media) and communication tactics for a variety of audiences (members, journalists, general publics, governments, businesses, donors, volunteers, etc.); and,
the ability to work with students to resolve interpersonal issues that may arise among team members, or between a team and its NGO.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 4302/5302 Specialized Journalism: Business and Canadian Society

Calendar description

The intersection between business and public policy, from climate change to taxation, pensions, labour and corporate social responsibility. What business does and how the media covers it. Emphasis on explanatory/analytical reporting, production of a related data project as an extended work of journalism.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): JOUR 3225 with a grade of C or higher and fourth-year standing in B.J. Hons. or permission of the School.
Also offered at the graduate level, with different requirements, as JOUR 5302, for which additional credit is precluded.
Lectures, discussion and seminars three hours a week.

Day and Time

Winter term 2024

Thursdays 830-1130

Required skills and qualifications

Candidates should hold a postgraduate degree in journalism or a related field. In addition, the instructor for this course must have the following:

a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student journalists, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway; and,
experience editing journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 5202 Broadcast Journalism Laboratory (Video)

Calendar description

A laboratory course in reporting and editing in the broadcast media.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity

Day and time

Winter term 2024 (first half of term only)

Tuesdays and Fridays 0835-1725

Course details

This course section runs for two full days a week in the first half of the winter term. It introduces first-year Master of Journalism students to video as a medium for serious journalism and to the basic reporting, editing and production skills necessary to research news and current affairs stories; record, select and edit video material; write, edit and produce news stories and current affairs programming.

Required academic and professional skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a journalist producing video news and current affairs;
a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway;
experience editing journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 5206 Reporting Methods

Calendar description

Topics covered will range from interviewing and observation skills to conducting a title search, lodging an access to information request and interpreting data.

Includes: Experiential Learning Activity

Day and time

Winter term 2024

Wednesdays 1900-2200

Course details

This course will provide students with the following:

a thorough grounding in journalistic research methods;
skills such as computer-assisted reporting techniques needed to make sense of the information gathered;
the ability to shape the information into accurate and compelling stories.

Required skills and qualifications

The instructor for this course must have the following:

significant experience as a journalist in one or more newsrooms or a freelancer producing daily news and/or analytical journalism;
a demonstrated ability to produce journalism that relies on research methods such as computer assisted reporting, database management and visualization and access to information;
a desire to teach and inspire student journalists through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
a demonstrated ability to (a) develop and deliver lessons to teach journalism skills and principles at the university level, (b) provide firm and constructive guidance to student reporters, and (c) provide fair, constructive and timely critiquing and grading of student work;
a willingness to be accessible to students outside of class time to discuss and advise on stories and other assignments they have underway; and,
experience editing journalism produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

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JOUR 5401 Journalism Law

Day and time

Fall term 2023

Thursdays 0835-1125

Course description

This course prepares journalists to function comfortably within the legal and ethical guidelines governing their occupation. Topics include: contempt of court; free press, fair trial; revealing of sources; civil defamation; obscenity; privacy; government secrecy.

Required skills and qualifications

Candidates should hold a postgraduate degree in law and/or journalism. Professional experience in media law and/or legal journalism and teaching at the university level are assets. In addition, the instructor for this course must have the following:
- a desire to teach and inspire students through formal and informal instruction, and by setting an example of professionalism and commitment to the role, principles and ethics of journalism;
- experience in editing work produced by others, checking it for accuracy, clarity, fairness, consistency of style, and precision in grammar and spelling.

How to apply

Application deadline

Thursday, June 1^st, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT