Adjunct Faculty, Visual Communications & Design (Illustration & Interactive Media)

Cuyahoga Community College; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Visual Communications & Design. This part-time role involves teaching a diverse range of courses in digital illustration, visual communication, and interactive media. Candidates will prepare engaging learning activities, evaluate student performance, and maintain records. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Design or a related field, along with industry experience and proficiency in design software. Join a committed team focused on fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment while shaping the next generation of creative professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field is required.
• 2 years of industry experience in design is necessary.
• Ability to teach Digital Illustration and Interactive Media courses.

Responsibilities

• Teaches courses in visual communications and design for print, web, and interactive media.
• Prepares course materials and evaluates students’ work.
• Maintains student attendance records and grades.

Skills

Digital Illustration

Visual Communication

Interactive Media

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Industry Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design

18 graduate-level course hours in Visual Communications & Design

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Industry standard design software

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Visual Communications & Design (Illustration & Interactive Media)

Adjunct Faculty, Visual Communications & Design (Illustration & Interactive Media)

Department: Creative Arts

Location: College-Wide

Reports To: Associate Dean

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID:req5194

Employment Type: Part-Time Faculty

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: To be determined based on business unit needs. Classes may be offered during the day, evening and/or weekend. Please indicate your availability when applying for this position.

Job Description:

Teaches a full range of courses in visual communications and design for print, web and interactive media.

• Prepares and delivers learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
• Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments, papers, and examinations
• Maintains and submits student attendance records, grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines
• Be available to students for coaching
• Periodic meetings with supervisors, division, or College, relative to teaching duties and training and development
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field
• Ability to teach Digital Illustration, Visual Communication and Interactive Media courses
• Proficiency in communication and presentation
• Proficiency in industry standard design software
• 2 years industry experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent)
• Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications:

• 18 graduate-level course hours in Visual Communications & Design
• Teaching experience

Special Note: Thisis a part-time (adjunct) faculty position. Candidates will be interviewed andhired on an as-needed basis throughout the 2024-2025 academic year.

In order to be considered for an Adjunct faculty position, theseadditional documents are required to be uploaded: Unofficial transcript& license/certifications (Based on requirements outlined in posting).

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commutingdistance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands fromyour employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment withthe College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.2Adjunct Faculty Hiring and Employment Procedure.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.