Senior Visual Communication Faculty

University of the arts sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Arts Sharjah invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Visual Communication within the BFA-VIC programme, fostering interdisciplinary inquiry and creative leadership across digital and manual media. Teaching is conducted in English on campus and aligns with the university calendar.

Responsibilities include delivering studio-based and theoretical courses, developing innovative curricula, guiding student portfolios, and engaging with industry partners to enhance

Qualifications

• PhD, MFA, MDes or equivalent in Graphic Design or Visual Communication.
• Minimum of three years' academic and/or professional experience.
• Proven expertise in graphic design and visual communication.
• Experience teaching in higher education or professional training.
• Strong research profile or outstanding design practice.
• Ability to teach across visual communication and graphic design.
• Experience with industry-standard design software and digital platforms.
• Excellent English written and spoken communication.
• Commitment to studio-based, student-centered learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Typography, Branding, Editorial Design, Information Design and related areas.
• Deliver studio-based teaching through lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, critiques and practical learning activities.
• Develop and deliver course content that integrates design theory, visual communication strategies, creative practice and emerging technologies.
• Foster critical thinking, visual literacy, research skills and innovative problem-solving through project-based learning.
• Guide students in the development of design concepts, visual identities, publications, digital media projects and professional portfolios.
• Supervise student projects, dissertations and capstone projects where applicable.
• Assess student work and provide constructive and timely feedback in accordance with University regulations and academic standards.
• Integrate contemporary digital technologies, design software and innovative communication platforms into teaching and learning.
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across visual arts, design disciplines and other academic programmes within the University.
• Contribute to curriculum development, programme review, accreditation activities and quality assurance initiatives.
• Maintain an active research, scholarly and/or professional practice profile through publications, exhibitions, conferences and projects.
• Engage with industry, cultural organisations, creative agencies and professional networks to strengthen programme relevance and student employability.
• Participate in exhibitions, public events, design competitions and knowledge-exchange activities.
• Support student recruitment initiatives, portfolio reviews, open days and outreach activities.
• Serve on academic committees and contribute to institutional governance and service responsibilities.
• Mentor students in professional practice, portfolio preparation, internships and career development.
• Support the University’s mission, objectives and commitment to academic excellence and creative innovation.
• Ensure compliance with University policies, health and safety regulations and professional and ethical standards.

Skills

Graphic design

Visual communication

Typography

Layout

Branding

Visual storytelling

Digital communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Student mentoring

Education

PhD/MFA/MDes or equivalent

3+ years experience

Job description

University of the Arts Sharjah invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Visual Communication within the BFA-VIC programme, fostering interdisciplinary inquiry and creative leadership across digital and manual media. Teaching is conducted in English on campus and aligns with the university calendar.

Responsibilities include delivering studio-based and theoretical courses, developing innovative curricula, guiding student portfolios, and engaging with industry partners to enhance