Director, Office of Student Media

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, financial, and journalistic leadership for LSU’s student-run media organizations, including radio, television, and print outlets.
• Lead long-term planning, departmental vision-setting, and represent Student Media at university meetings and campus events.
• Oversee the departmental budget, ensuring compliance with university fiscal policies, procurement protocols, and FCC regulations for KLSU.
• Supervise professional staff, including the Assistant Director and various faculty advisors, providing evaluations and developmental support.
• Provide strategic editorial leadership to ensure adherence to SPJ ethics and journalistic best practices across all platforms.
• Cultivate relationships with local media, professional organizations, alumni, and donors to promote departmental visibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mass communication, journalism, digital media, or a related field.
• 7 years of professional experience.
• Professional media experience in broadcast, radio, or digital media.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in mass communication, journalism, digital media, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience.

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement options and flexible spending accounts.
• Various leave options and paid holidays.
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions.
• Training and development opportunities.

About the Company

Louisiana State University is the state's flagship land-grant institution, comprising various campuses and research centers dedicated to academic excellence and innovation across science, engineering, humanities, and social sciences.