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Type of Position:
Faculty - Non-Tenure
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Academic Term (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
Yes
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu): Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Department:
School of Journalism and Strategic Media
Department's Website:
https://journalism.uark.edu/
Summary of Job Duties:
The School of Journalism and Strategic Media in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor in Advertising and Public Relations, a teaching-focused position beginning August 2027. This is a standard nine-month non-tenure track faculty appointment.
We welcome candidates who can teach a range of core Advertising and Public Relations (ADPR) courses, including Advertising Principles, Public Relations Principles, Public Relations Writing, Media Planning & Strategy, Account Planning, Campaigns, and digital and social media, as well as develop courses in their areas of expertise responsive to evolving industry needs. We particularly welcome candidates with professional experience working with consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands or clients and managing teams and client-based projects.
The successful candidate will teach a 4–4 load of core and elective courses in the ADPR degree program within the School of Journalism and Strategic Media. The position also includes service responsibilities within the School.
This is an on-campus position. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A terminal degree in advertising, public relations, mass communication, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the date of initial appointment
- A demonstrated record of effective college-level teaching in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, or a closely related field
- At least three years of professional experience in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, marketing, or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional experience working with consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands or clients, with expertise relevant to advertising and public relations instruction, including areas such as new business acquisitions, new product development and positioning research, brand strategy, consumer insights, media planning, social and influencer marketing, retail media/e-commerce, omnichannel communication, or related areas, particularly in categories such as food and beverages and mass merchandise retail
- Professional experience managing teams and/or client-based advertising, public relations, or strategic communication projects
- Evidence of effective mentoring or advising of undergraduate, honors, and/or graduate students, including advising applied projects, independent studies, or theses, and advising student organizations such as Ad Club and the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
- Evidence of current engagement with the advertising and/or public relations professions through professional practice, consulting, industry partnerships, or professional organizations
- Experience developing or updating courses and curricula in response to evolving industry practices and technologies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
- Current knowledge of emerging advertising and public relations practices, technologies, and industry trends, including areas such as artificial intelligence, digital and social media, e-commerce and retail media, and audience analytics
- Skilled in using professional-grade tools for content creation, media planning, social media management, analytics, and campaign management (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Cision, Meltwater, Sprout Social, Hootsuite, or comparable platforms)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to integrate real-world professional experience and networks into the academic environment to create a dynamic learning experience for students
- Evidence of or potential for scholarly, professional, and/or creative activity relevant to advertising and public relations
Additional Information:
About the Department:
The School of Journalism and Strategic Media at the University of Arkansas is fully-accredited by ACEJMC, offering a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with concentrations in Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, and Multimedia Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Public Relations. SJSM also offers a Master of Arts in Journalism – in total serving more than 950 undergrads and grads in AY25-26.
Duties will include:
- 80% Teaching
- 10% Research
- 10% Academic Service
Salary Information:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Sisi Hu, search committee chair, sisih@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site.
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Completed applications received by October 11, 2026, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Sisi Hu, at sisih@uark.edu.
Applicants must submit:
- Curriculum vitae
- Cover letter/letter of application
- Teaching philosophy statement which may include evidence of teaching effectiveness (not to exceed three pages)
- List of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide letters of recommendation if requested during the application process. Letters of recommendation will be requested only for candidates selected for interviews.
Review of applications will begin October 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.
Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Faculty - Non-Tenure
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Academic Term (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
Yes
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu): Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Department:
School of Journalism and Strategic Media
Department's Website:
https://journalism.uark.edu/
Summary of Job Duties:
The School of Journalism and Strategic Media in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor in Advertising and Public Relations, a teaching-focused position beginning August 2027. This is a standard nine-month non-tenure track faculty appointment.
We welcome candidates who can teach a range of core Advertising and Public Relations (ADPR) courses, including Advertising Principles, Public Relations Principles, Public Relations Writing, Media Planning & Strategy, Account Planning, Campaigns, and digital and social media, as well as develop courses in their areas of expertise responsive to evolving industry needs. We particularly welcome candidates with professional experience working with consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands or clients and managing teams and client-based projects.
The successful candidate will teach a 4–4 load of core and elective courses in the ADPR degree program within the School of Journalism and Strategic Media. The position also includes service responsibilities within the School.
This is an on-campus position. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A terminal degree in advertising, public relations, mass communication, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the date of initial appointment
- A demonstrated record of effective college-level teaching in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, or a closely related field
- At least three years of professional experience in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, marketing, or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional experience working with consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands or clients, with expertise relevant to advertising and public relations instruction, including areas such as new business acquisitions, new product development and positioning research, brand strategy, consumer insights, media planning, social and influencer marketing, retail media/e-commerce, omnichannel communication, or related areas, particularly in categories such as food and beverages and mass merchandise retail
- Professional experience managing teams and/or client-based advertising, public relations, or strategic communication projects
- Evidence of effective mentoring or advising of undergraduate, honors, and/or graduate students, including advising applied projects, independent studies, or theses, and advising student organizations such as Ad Club and the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
- Evidence of current engagement with the advertising and/or public relations professions through professional practice, consulting, industry partnerships, or professional organizations
- Experience developing or updating courses and curricula in response to evolving industry practices and technologies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
- Current knowledge of emerging advertising and public relations practices, technologies, and industry trends, including areas such as artificial intelligence, digital and social media, e-commerce and retail media, and audience analytics
- Skilled in using professional-grade tools for content creation, media planning, social media management, analytics, and campaign management (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Cision, Meltwater, Sprout Social, Hootsuite, or comparable platforms)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to integrate real-world professional experience and networks into the academic environment to create a dynamic learning experience for students
- Evidence of or potential for scholarly, professional, and/or creative activity relevant to advertising and public relations
Additional Information:
About the Department:
The School of Journalism and Strategic Media at the University of Arkansas is fully-accredited by ACEJMC, offering a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with concentrations in Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, and Multimedia Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Public Relations. SJSM also offers a Master of Arts in Journalism – in total serving more than 950 undergrads and grads in AY25-26.
Duties will include:
- 80% Teaching
- 10% Research
- 10% Academic Service
Salary Information:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Sisi Hu, search committee chair, sisih@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site.
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Completed applications received by October 11, 2026, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Sisi Hu, at sisih@uark.edu.
Applicants must submit:
- Curriculum vitae
- Cover letter/letter of application
- Teaching philosophy statement which may include evidence of teaching effectiveness (not to exceed three pages)
- List of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide letters of recommendation if requested during the application process. Letters of recommendation will be requested only for candidates selected for interviews.
Review of applications will begin October 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Public Relations Specialist
Align your degree to the job description
TN visa approval depends on a direct match between your credentials and the offered role. A degree in communications, public relations, or journalism satisfies the requirement. A general business degree without a PR specialization can trigger a denial at the border.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Corporations in healthcare, tech, and financial services routinely sponsor TN visas for communications staff. Look for employers with recent visa filings in your field—this demonstrates they have experience with work visa sponsorship. When you identify companies with this sponsorship background, you can approach their HR teams directly with your TN qualifications and a completed job offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Sorting through employer sponsorship history manually is slow. Migrate Mate surfaces companies actively hiring Public Relations Specialists under TN and similar work visas, so you can focus your outreach on employers already open to sponsorship.
Frame your offer letter around TN requirements
Your employer's offer letter must describe the role in terms USCIS and CBP recognize: specialty occupation duties, professional-level communications responsibilities, and the specific business need. Generic offer letters citing vague marketing tasks are a common rejection trigger.
Prepare for Canadian port of entry filing
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a land border or preclearance airport, not a consulate. Bring your offer letter, credential documents, and a completed DS-160 equivalent. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, so documentation gaps create immediate problems.
Track your TN status expiry for renewal timing
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no cap on renewals. File your employer's renewal petition well before your current status expires. A lapse in status can affect your ability to travel internationally and return to your U.S. role.
Public Relations Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Public Relations Specialist qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Public Relations Manager appears on the USMCA TN occupation list, and CBP broadly interprets this to include specialist-level PR roles when the offered duties align with professional communications work. Your offer letter must describe responsibilities that require a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a closely related field. A mismatch between your credentials and the described duties is the most common reason for a TN denial in this occupation.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Public Relations Specialist roles?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no employer petition waiting period. H-1B visa requires an employer to file a petition, pay substantial USCIS fees, and survive a randomized lottery with no guaranteed selection. For Canadian PR professionals, TN is far more predictable: you can be approved at the border the same day you present your documents. Mexican citizens face a consular process but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must issue a detailed offer letter on company letterhead stating your job title, a description of professional-level PR duties, your salary, the duration of employment, and confirmation that you hold a qualifying degree. CBP officers at the border or consular officers reviewing your application assess this letter carefully. Vague descriptions referencing general marketing or social media management without specifying professional communications responsibilities create unnecessary risk.
How do I find employers who will sponsor TN visas for PR roles?
Many employers are unfamiliar with TN sponsorship even when they regularly hire for PR positions. Migrate Mate is built specifically to connect Canadian and Mexican professionals with employers who have active TN visa sponsorship history, so you can skip the cold outreach to companies that will simply say they don't sponsor. Filtering by occupation and visa type dramatically shortens your job search timeline.
Can I switch PR employers while on TN status?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer. Before starting with a new company, your new employer must obtain fresh TN authorization for you, either at a port of entry or through a USCIS change of employer filing. You cannot begin work for the new employer using your existing TN. Canadian citizens can handle this at the border with a new offer letter, while Mexican citizens typically need a new consular appointment.