Lecturer in Graphic Design

University of Hull; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Hull seeks a dynamic Lecturer in Graphic Design to lead as Programme Director, blending industry experience with a modern outlook on design. The role involves engaging students in contemporary digital media practices and innovative approaches across disciplines. Ideal candidates should be prepared to foster creativity and support diverse learners in a vibrant educational environment.

Qualifications

• Dynamic and forward-thinking with a contemporary outlook on graphic design.
• Industry experience and strong creative practice required.
• Experience or potential in practice-based and/or theoretical research in design is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Engage students with current approaches to visual communication and digital media.
• Serve as Programme Director for Graphic Design.
• Blend critical thinking with hands-on practice.

Skills

Social media strategy

Motion design

2D/3D workflows

User experience (UX) design

Interface design

Design for screen

Education

Experience in Higher Education teaching

Job description

At University of Hull, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, fairness, inclusivity, and creating a place where everyone belongs. We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in our workplace, including:

• People from global majority backgrounds
• People with a declared disability
• LGBTQI+ individuals
• Women, especially for Grade 9 and 10 roles

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a satisfactory number of applications are received.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Lecturer in Graphic Design to serve as Programme Director. This role is suitable for someone who brings a contemporary outlook to graphic design, is fluent in traditional and emerging digital media, and has experience in Higher Education teaching. Candidates with experience or potential in practice-based and/or theoretical research in design and digital media are especially encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate will combine strong creative practice with industry experience and be able to engage students with current approaches to visual communication and digital media, including:

• Social media strategy
• Motion design
• 2D/3D workflows
• User experience (UX) and interface design
• Design for screen

The post is within Screen, a vibrant area within the School of the Arts, blending critical thinking with hands-on practice. Our students work across disciplines to produce bold, relevant, and industry-ready creative work. We seek a lecturer committed to innovation and contemporary design practice.

Further details:

• Job Description
• Candidate Pack
• Equality and Diversity Document

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