Sessional Lecturer: JRN 200-002- Introduction to Digital News Writing, Lab - FALL 2025
About the role
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.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.
Sessional Lecturer: JRN 200-002- Introduction to Digital News Writing, Lab - FALL 2025
About the role
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.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.