Journal of Radio & Audio Media -- Call for Editor

Application Deadline: February 13, 2016

For 60 years, the Broadcast Education Association has served as an association of university professors and industry professionals who teach students, worldwide, and prepare them for careers in broadcasting and related emerging technologies.

The BEA Publications Committee seeks applicants for the next editor of the Journal of Radio & Audio Media. The new editor will be selected on April 16, 2016, at the BEA Publications Committee and Board meetings held just before the BEA convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 3-year term begins January 2017 and concludes December 2019, but the editor must be on board earlier to learn the mechanics of the position and to begin reviewing manuscripts by May 2016 for the May 2017 issue.

BEA underwrites the following direct costs:
–           all production and distribution expenses of the Journal
–           modest honorarium for the editor
–           a subsidy to the sponsoring institution to help support editorial assistants
–           BEA annual convention registration

Interested applicants should send:
–           a letter expressing interest in and ability to edit and produce a scholarly journal, summarizing their ideas for the Journal, and stating that they have read and agree to adhere to BEA publication policies
–           a complete resume noting all research experience and publications
–           a letter from appropriate administration officials (e.g., chair and dean) indicating the level of the institution’s commitment and support for the potential editor

The editor’s home institution is expected to provide office space, access to office equipment such as a suitable computer, and sufficient secretarial and/or graduate assistant support. The editor also should receive some release time from teaching duties and support for his or her professional travel and engagement.

Applicants should electronically submit all requested materials no later than January 15, 2016 and should be able to meet with the BEA Publications Committee for an interview in Las Vegas on April 16, 2016 (the day before the BEA convention). The Publications Committee will recommend a candidate to the BEA Board of Directors for final selection.

Please click here to see the Publication Committee Policies – Bylaws.

Those interested in applying are encouraged to communicate with the current JRAM editor, Phylis Johnson , or the BEA Publications Committee Chair, Susan Brinson, .

Please send applications and materials to:
Broadcast Education Association
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