Sessional Instructors, Department of Design - Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications

MacEwan University; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MacEwan University in Edmonton seeks qualified candidates for a Sessional Instructor position in the Department of Design. The role involves teaching courses such as Design Software I, Typography II, and Digital Experience Design.

Applicants are required to hold at least a Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline, with previous teaching experience being an asset. Responsibilities include course delivery and development within the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or terminal degree in the relevant discipline preferred.
• Experience in post-secondary teaching is an asset.
• Provide a portfolio and lists of qualified courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Visual Communication Design and Digital Experience Design.
• Develop and deliver high-quality curriculum.

Skills

Teaching experience

Design software proficiency

Portfolio management

Education

Master’s Degree in Design or related field

Bachelor of Design degree

Job description

Competition Number: 26.06.125

Category: Sessional Instructor

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications

Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed beginning June 23, 2026, and will continue until suitable candidates are found.

Overview

The Department of Design in the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications at MacEwan University has an ongoing need for sessional instructors to teach courses in Visual Communication Design and Digital Experience Design (User Experience Design) for the upcoming academic year.

Courses

• DESN 120 Design Software I
• DESN 231 Typography II
• DESN 240 Intro to Digital Experience Design
• DESN 246 Game Design
• DESN 310 Design Studio III
• DESN 340 Web Design and Development I
• DESN 344 Interaction Design I
• DESN 380 Design Research
• DESN 442 Information Architecture

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in the relevant discipline or related fields; a terminal degree in design is preferred.
• Applicants with a Bachelor of Design degree and commensurate field or industry experience and expertise will also be considered.
• Post‑secondary teaching experience is an asset.
• Provide a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a list of courses you are qualified to teach along with available terms (Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer).
• Include a portfolio of professional work (PDF or link to a website).

Benefits

Position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.