Adjunct Faculty - Graphic + Media Design

Marymount University; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 4,959,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay per credit hour

Job summary

Marymount University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the GMD program. You will teach undergraduate GMD studio courses, covering areas such as Adobe CC, digital photography, videography, motion graphics, web design, UX/UI, and design communications.

You will follow the syllabus and Canvas-based curriculum, delivering high-quality, in-person courses at the Main Campus in Arlington, VA.

Qualifications

• Masters degree and/or substantial professional experience in the design industry.
• Five years of professional experience in the field is preferred.
• Proficiency in design software using Adobe CC on a Mac environment.
• Experience teaching in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach designated GMD courses, keeping teaching materials current.
• Maintain appropriate office hours and support students in their journey and career progression.
• Work with the GMD Program Manager to identify new topics and arrange guest speakers or adjuncts.

Skills

Adobe CC

Mac environment

Design software

Education

Masters degree in design or related field

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.TitleAdjunct FacultyDirect SupervisorGMD Program ManagerStatusPart-Time, ExemptDivisionAcademic AffairsTarget Weekly Hours10LocationMain CampusBenefits EligibilityNoJOB SUMMARYThe School of Design + Art in the College of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology (BILT) at Marymount University invites applications from persons qualified to teach undergraduate GMD studio courses. Depending on your expertise and experience, you may teach a course in any area of study offered by the GMD program, including Adobe CC, digital photography, videography, motion graphics, digital publishing or publications, web design, UX/UI, or design communications. Applicants will be expected to follow the syllabus and set curriculum for the course already prepared and delivered through Canvas.Faculty are expected to teach high-quality courses in face-to-face settings. The School of Design + Art within the College of BILT is located at Marymount University’s Main Campus in the city of Arlington, Virginia. Our college is committed to preparing students for the industries in our community from startups to large established companies.Marymount University welcomes and values all members of our community. Guided by the mission of our founders, the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (RSHM), to achieve unity through diversity, Marymount honors our diversity as a source of strength. Our differences inspire intellectual curiosity and collectively allow us to tackle the challenges of the world. We seek to foster an inclusive community in which each person’s race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, ability, class, national origin, and immigration status are fully respected and celebrated. According to the vision of the RSHM that “ALL may have life, and have it to the FULL,” we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect, cooperation, and civility where all community members are S.A.I.N.T.S—Safe, Accepted, Included, Needed, Treasured, and Seen.Please submit a letter of interest; a current C.V.; and a portfolio of no more than 20 images (10 professional, 10 student work) in PDF format, or a link to a digital portfolio of professional and student work. Professional Websites are accepted as well.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTeach designated courses, including keeping teaching materials current, interacting with students in discussions and hands-on activities, the continuous grading of assignments, and monitoring student performance through the courses.Maintain appropriate office hours and support students in their educational journey and in their career progression.Work with the GMD Program Manager to identify new subjects in the field and identify yourself or other guest speakers and potential adjuncts to deliver this material.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSMasters degree and/or substantial professional experience in the design industryFive years of professional experience in the field is preferredMust be proficient in design software and processes using Adobe CC in a Mac environment.Experience teaching in higher education is preferredCompensation/BenefitsAdjuncts receive remuneration on a semester basis, pay is $1,200/credit hour.They may make their own contribution to a 403b retirement plan.Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting a cover letter addressing their qualifications related to the information listed above, along with a resume.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission. The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission. For more information, please visit: https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/Marymount University is an E-Verify employer. http://marymount.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/UTF-8E-Verify_Participation_Poster_Eng_Es-1.pdf