Digital Media Technology - Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor

Surry Community College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Surry Community College is seeking a part-time Digital Media Technology - Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor to teach courses in the Graphic Design program. Instruction will be delivered online and aligned with college-level standards to promote student success.

Responsibilities include developing syllabi, delivering classes, and assessing student work while maintaining records and participating in program development activities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Digital Media/Graphic Design or related field.
• Familiarity with digital illustration tools and digital photography workflows.
• Ability to teach digital media production including video editing, motion graphics, and audio basics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all assigned classes professionally according to the course schedule and calendar.
• Develop and maintain syllabi meeting faculty requirements.
• Design, administer, and assess assignments aligned with general education requirements.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and required documentation.
• Assist in textbook selection and ensure course materials stay current.
• Participate in institutional effectiveness efforts.
• Submit student work for General Education Assessment as required.
• Support student success through supplemental instruction.
• Adhere to college policies and procedures.
• Maintain responsibility for assigned equipment and instructional materials.
• Engage in required on-campus professional development activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Student support

Education

Associate degree in Digital Media/Graphic Design or related field

Bachelor’s degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Job description

Digital Media Technology - Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For more information, contact Kim White, Division Chair – Business and Information Technologies at [phone] or [e-mail].

Classification Information

FLSA

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Digital Media Technology - Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor

Position Number

Position Number GRAPIC-0001

Position Type

Position Type Part Time

Leave Format

Leave Format Faculty

Shift

Shift As required to support the program.

Supervisor Title

Supervisor Title Division Chair - Business & Information Technologies

Location

Location All Locations

Job Description - Summary

The adjunct instructor will teach courses in the Digital Media Technology – Graphic Design program. Instruction will be delivered online and aligned with college-level standards to promote student success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching Responsibilities

· Conduct all assigned classes in a professional manner in accordance with the course schedule and academic calendar.

· Develop and maintain syllabi that meet Faculty Syllabus Checklist requirements.

· Design, administer, and assess assignments aligned with general education requirements and the Quality Enhancement Plan ( QEP ).

· Maintain accurate attendance records, grades, and required documentation.

· Assist in textbook selection and ensure course materials remain current.

· Participate in institutional effectiveness efforts.

· Submit student work when required for General Education Assessment.

· Support student success through supplemental instruction.

· Adhere to all college policies and procedures.

· Maintain responsibility for assigned equipment and instructional materials.

Professional Development

· Participate in required on-campus professional development activities.

· Engage in additional college-sponsored development opportunities as available.

General Qualifications

Language Skills

· Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate effectively within the subject area.

· Ability to respond to student and institutional inquiries professionally.

· Ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.

Mathematical Skills

· Ability to perform calculations necessary for grading and student assessment.

Reasoning Ability

· Ability to analyze problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

· Ability to interpret complex information.

Additional Skills

Commitment to the mission and philosophy of the community college system.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Digital Media/Graphic Design or related field
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud applications – Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects
• Familiarity with digital illustration tools
• Understanding of digital photography, image editing, and file management
• Ability to teach digital media production (video editing, motion graphics, audio basics)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Established for each curriculum program. Contact Division Chair for specifics.

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 job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Requires visual abilities including close and distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

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.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Position Budget Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SFP961

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 08/17/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 07/30/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

For more information, contact Kim White, Division Chair – Business and Information Technologies at [phone] or [e-mail].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Surry Website
  • Mount Airy News
  • Employment Security Commission
  • NCCCS Website
  • Winston - Salem Journal
  • Job Board (Ex: Monster)
  • Personal Referral
  • Other
  • Indeed
• If 'other', please list where you learned of the position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have the required degree for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you an SCC employee?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Mutli Media
• Other Document
• Writing Sample
• Unofficial Transcript 2

Surry Community College,630 S Main Street,
Dobson, NC 27017