Faculty, New Technologies and Cross Media Applications

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 114,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technical institute in Burnaby seeks a temporary part-time faculty member for the Graphic Communications program. The role requires a strong commitment to teaching and engaging students. Applicants should possess a degree in Graphic Communications or a related field and relevant industry experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in its hiring process.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Access to BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge

Wellness and Employee Assistance programs

Complimentary membership to Fitness Centre

Generous benefits based on employee group

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of industry experience implementing web-to-print services.
• Demonstrated expertise with interactive PDFs in a professional context.
• Proven ability to design and execute marketing campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Graphic Communications diploma program.
• Develop and deliver quality curriculum.
• Interact with and support students effectively.

Skills

Educational background in graphic communications or digital media

Professional experience in e-commerce and online workflows

Technical proficiency in digital publishing and emerging technologies

Knowledge of cross-media marketing integration

Teaching, training, or mentoring experience

Experience in Variable-Data and Cross Media applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Communications, Digital Publishing, or closely related field

Job description

Faculty, New Technologies and Cross Media Applications

Position Title

Faculty, New Technologies and Cross Media Applications

Who We Are

At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Business + Media is seeking a temporary, part-time (0.20 FTE ) faculty member to teach in the Graphic Communications Diploma GCOM 4250 New Technologies and Cross Media Applications. The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, team-oriented professional with broad, practical knowledge within the Graphic Communications industry. We are seeking an individual who is committed to quality and innovation in meeting our students’ needs and who values the importance of teamwork in the workplace.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful applicant can expect to be assigned courses across a range of instructional areas within the Graphics Communications diploma and must have a strong commitment to teaching and interacting with students, an ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and interest in developing and delivering quality curriculum, for an industry that’s fast changing.

Qualifications

• Educational background in graphic communications or digital media: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combined education and experience) in Graphic Communications, Digital Publishing, Web Development, or a closely related field.
• Professional experience in e-commerce and online workflows: Minimum 3–5 years of industry experience implementing and managing web-to-print services, PDF workflows, online estimating, and transaction systems.
• Technical proficiency in digital publishing and emerging technologies: Demonstrated expertise with interactive PDFs in a professional context.
• Knowledge of cross-media marketing integration: Proven ability to design and execute campaigns that leverage tools for the graphic communications industry.
• Teaching, training, or mentoring experience: Prior experience delivering instruction, workshops, or corporate training, with strong communication skills and the ability to engage diverse learners.
• Experience in Variable-Data and Cross Media applications like XMPie and PlanetPress is an asset.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans !
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here !

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire .

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

$65,045 - $113,545 per annum

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Posting Category

Faculty

Department 2

SOBM Digital Arts Media & Design

Campus Location

Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Required Fields3>

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-2
  • 3-5
  • 6-9
  • 10+
• * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
  • Yes
  • No
• * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
  • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
• * This position is temporary with an anticipated end date. At the time of posting, there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date.
  • I acknowledge that there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date of this temporary position.