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Position Title : Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor (Journalism and Mass Communication) Specialization: Digital Media and Creator Economy Location: K.R. Mangalam University, Delhi NCR Job Type: Full-Time About the Role: K.R. Mangalam University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the emerging and dynamic field of Digital Media and the Creator Economy . We seek an academically grounded yet industry-aware individual whose teaching and research explore the creative, economic, technological, and social dimensions of digital content ecosystems. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of undergraduate, postgraduate, and minor programmers across digital media, creator entrepreneurship, platform strategy, and media innovation. Candidates with a demonstrated ability to blend pedagogy with hands-on practice and industry collaboration will be strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities: Teach core and elective courses including (but not limited to): Creator economy and platform monetization Digital marketing, Content strategy and user engagement Behavioral and media economics in digital ecosystems Develop curriculum and pedagogical tools for new-age media education Guide student projects (especially industry-oriented and monetizable content ventures) Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research, theses, and dissertations Foster interdisciplinary collaborations with schools of business, law, and design Organize and lead workshops, speaker sessions, and industry immersions Conduct and publish impactful research in indexed journals Lead grant writing and external research funding proposals Represent the university in academic forums, media innovation networks, and public engagement initiatives Minimum Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in Digital Media, Communication, Marketing, Business Innovation, or a closely related discipline In-depth knowledge of creator economy platforms (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, Patreon), content monetization tools , and digital business models Excellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable Qualifications: UGC-NET qualified or Ph.D. awarded/pursuing in a relevant field Certifications in AI-driven content creation tools, Data analysis and visualization (Excel, SQL, Python, Tableau, Looker, etc.), SEO/SEM/SMM tools and strategies Experience: Essential: Minimum 3 years of experience in digital media, content marketing, or platform-based content creation. High proficiency in using AI-powered tools for media production, audience analytics, and digital monetization. Demonstrated ability to teach, innovate, and engage in research Desirable: Experience combining academic teaching with industry exposure . Engagement in platform strategies, creator marketing, or innovation labs. Knowledge of platform ecosystems , licensing/IP, and creator entrepreneurship Areas of Interest (Preferred but not limited to): Content strategy, digital storytelling, and audience building Digital marketing analytics (SEO/SEM/SMM) Influencer branding, affiliate models, and behavioral economics Monetization via YouTube, Instagram, Substack, etc. AI, AR/VR/XR, and emerging technologies in media Creator rights, IP, licensing, and digital regulation Applied research in digital cultures and innovation What We Offer: A progressive academic environment fostering innovation and interdisciplinarity Collaboration opportunities across schools (Design, Business, Law, Tech) Access to creator labs, production studios, and industry tie-ups Competitive salary and research support for conferences, publications, and IP Interested Candidates can visit our website and they can send the resume on this mail id: K. R. Mangalam University Website - https://www.krmangalam.edu.in/careers/ Email ID - krmujobs@krmangalam.edu.in Show more Show less
