Assistant Professor, Graphic Design

South Dakota Board of Regents; Spearfish (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Hills State University is hiring a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Graphic Design in Spearfish, South Dakota. This role entails teaching various graphic and web design courses, developing course materials, and engaging students in real-world projects.

Candidates should possess an MFA in graphic design and demonstrate experience in teaching and using Adobe Creative Suite. A background in advertising and marketing is preferred. The position will remain open until filled, with the first review on July 12, 2026.

Qualifications

• MFA in graphic design or closely related field is required.
• Experience teaching graphic design and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite needed.
• Preferred: Background in advertising and marketing, professional workshop experience in digital media.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginning, intermediate, and advanced graphic design and web design courses.
• Develop course materials and engage students with real-world projects.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental service.

Skills

Experience teaching graphic design

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite

Background in advertising and marketing

Professional workshop experience in digital media

Education

MFA in graphic design or closely related field

Job description

Position Overview

Black Hills State University is seeking a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Graphic Design to teach courses in graphic, web design, and related fields. The course load is four classes per semester.

Duties

Teach beginning, intermediate, and advanced graphic design and web design courses within the BFA and communication studies programs.

Develop and update course materials, integrate business and marketing applications of design, and engage students with real‑world projects.

Contribute to curriculum development and departmental service as required.

Qualifications

• MFA in graphic design or closely related field (required).
• Experience teaching graphic design and expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and related imaging software.
• Preferred: Background in advertising and marketing, professional workshop experience in digital media or related field.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, names and contact information for three professional references, and a portfolio of at least 20 professional design images.

Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Position open until filled; first review date July 12, 2026. Contact 605‑642‑6549 for assistance. For position questions, contact Gina Gibson, Professor of Graphic Design, at [e-mail]. For accommodations, contact Cassie Maser, 605‑642‑6545, [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University and the Board of Regents ensure all employment practices are free of discrimination.