Digital Design and Digital Photography Instructor

Forsyth Technical Comunity Clg; North Carolina; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a part-time faculty member to teach Digital Design and Digital Photography courses. This role involves engaging students in asynchronous learning, focusing on digital software for design and photography techniques. The ideal candidate will possess a terminal degree and experience in college-level instruction, contributing to a dynamic learning environment. With a commitment to fostering creativity and technical skills, this position offers a unique opportunity to inspire the next generation of artists and designers in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in asynchronous instruction is preferred.
• MFA or terminal degree required for teaching at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach Digital Design and Digital Photography courses asynchronously.
• Maintain college records, including attendance and grades.

Skills

Asynchronous Instruction

Digital Design

Digital Photography

Office 365

Education

MFA or MM or terminal degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Digital Design and Digital Photography Instructor

Forsyth Tech is seeking a part-time faculty to teach the Digital Design and Digital Photography courses asynchronously for our main campus in Winston Salem, NC. These classes are online/asynchronous, so preferred applicants should have experience in asynchronous instruction.

The Digital Design course is designed to introduce students to the elements and principles of design through the use of digital software. Emphasis is placed on developing composition and design skills using vector, raster, and time-based media.

The Digital Photography course introduces digital photographic equipment, theory, and processes. Emphasis is placed on camera operation, composition, computer photo manipulation, and creative expression. Both courses are suggested electives for our AFA / Visual Art program.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• MFA, MM, or terminal degree in a relevant discipline, along with experience instructing at the college level.

Preferred:

• Community College teaching experience.
• Teaching asynchronous courses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of Office 365.
• Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as designated by the department chairperson and approved by the dean.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining all required College records including electronic attendance and grade reports, roll books, etc.
• Make recommendations to Department Chair for supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs.
• Construct, administer, and grade examinations.
• Assume responsibility for being familiar with and adhering to all policies of the College.
• Treat others respectfully, speak to others courteously, and behave in such a way that creates a workplace environment marked by trustworthiness, honest but polite communication, and professionally appropriate interpersonal interactions.
• Model an understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones, and other electronic equipment.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/classes and to access files, machinery, or other job-related tools.
• The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools, or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Open Date

04/22/2025

Close Date

05/13/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you hold a master of Fine Arts (MFA), or master’s degree in Music (MM), or a terminal degree in a relevant discipline, along with experience instructing at the college level?
  • Yes
  • No