Instructor, Graphic Communications - Tenure Track - Spring 2027

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 58,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

On-site childcare

Professional development

Affinity groups

Job summary

The College of Southern Nevada seeks applicants for a full‑time, tenure‑track Instructor of Graphic Communications beginning Spring 2027. The program prepares students for careers in design by emphasizing client‑ and industry‑based practices.

The successful candidate will teach five undergraduate courses per semester in Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, and Motion graphics/UI/UX design. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field by the time of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, New Media, or related field (must be obtained by time of appointment).
• College-level teaching experience and/or a record of client-based, industry experience.
• Teaching experience in a college setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in three or more graphic areas: typography, digital imaging, visual/design fundamentals, conceptual design, layout design, illustration, print production and prepress, image manipulation, art direction, design history/theory, storyboarding, motion graphics, broadcast graphics, interaction/interactive communications design, instructional design, or related areas.
• Experience with current industry standard tools is preferred, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Canva, Blender, or Cinema 4D.
• Knowledge of Unreal Engine or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Teach five undergraduate courses per semester in Graphic Communications, covering Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, and Motion graphics/UI/UX design.

Skills

Teaching experience

Client-based industry experience

Graphic communications expertise

Motion graphics

UI/UX basics

Design theory/history

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, New Media, or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Canva

Blender

Cinema 4D

Unreal Engine

Job description

Job Description

About the College of Southern Nevada

Founded in 1971 and situated in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area, the College of Southern Nevada is the most ethnically diverse college in Nevada and the first to receive the HSI designation. We’ve prioritized providing an affordable, collaborative, and welcoming environment that allows all students to shine. CSN is a fully accredited institution offering hundreds of degrees and certificates in 70 academic programs. CSN proudly hosts students from all 50 states and over 60 countries with a student population that mirrors Clark County Nevada, one of the most diverse counties in the US. More than one-third of our students are first‑generation, half are Pell Grant eligible, and nearly three‑fourths are part‑time. The College of Southern Nevada, a Minority Serving Institution designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) provides associates and select bachelor’s degrees. Consistent with CSN’s mission, vision, and values we are passionate about fostering an environment where our highly diverse students achieve, succeed, and prosper.

Institutional Commitment to Diversity The College of Southern Nevada recognizes that embracing diversity maximizes faculty and staff contribution to our goals and provides the best opportunity for student achievement. We seek faculty who demonstrate their commitment to our communities and value diverse perspectives. Faculty are intentional about providing culturally responsive instruction to promote creativity, innovation, growth, and academic excellence. We strive to uphold our mission, to create, and preserve an environment that is dedicated to achieving educational access, equitable resources, inviolable dignity, and opportunity for all to participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. We ensure that all our work and efforts are transformative and build a truly Students First institutional culture. We commit to the journey ahead, embrace difficult conversations, examine implicit biases, and remain steadfast in our continuous process of improvement. We do this by creating, uplifting, and centering all the voices and experiential knowledge of our students, employees, and campus communities. CSN is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, and veteran status in the programs or activities which it operates.

Why Live and Work in Southern Nevada?

The region has an environment where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with optimal quality of life in a locale with abundant opportunities for work and leisure. Southern Nevada is an excellent base camp for outdoor recreation. Popular nearby hiking and rock‑climbing spots include Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Red Rock Canyon, the National Conservation Area, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, and Valley of Fire State Park. Residents enjoy vibrant urban and suburban communities, within the cities of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson, world‑class restaurants, and beautiful parks. The region features a reasonable cost of living, with affordable prices on everything from housing to utilities to groceries compared to most major cities across the nation. Thanks to its mild winters and ample sunshine, the area appeals to a variety of age groups, from retirees to early career professionals. There are plenty of family‑friendly activities available to keep families busy. Las Vegas is also a haven for professional sports fans with the NHL Golden Knights (2023 Stanley Cup Winner), WNBA Las Vegas Aces (2022, 2023 and 2025 National Champions), NFL Raiders Football Team, Las Vegas Lights FC and the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Benefits of Working at CSN

• Benefits of Working at CSN Grant‑in‑Aid: Tuition & fee assistance for employees and their families at NSHE institutions.
• Time Off: CSN provides a variety of time off options to help employees manage their work‑life balance.
• Holidays: All CSN employees receive 12 paid holidays per year.
• Benefits: CSN offers attractive and customizable health insurance plans for employee and dependents.
• Retirement Plan: Participants contribute 19.25% with 100% employer match.
• On‑site Early Childhood Education Center services available Learning & professional development opportunities.
• Active CSN Affinity Groups that focus on campus‑wide diversity initiatives to create a welcoming campus climate.

Position Summary

The College of Southern Nevada seeks applicants for a full‑time, tenure‑track position at the rank of Instructor of Graphic Communications beginning Spring 2027. The Graphic Communications Program prepares students for a career in the design field by emphasizing client‑ and industry‑based practices. The successful candidate will teach five undergraduate courses per semester in the following areas:

• Graphic Design.
• Adobe Creative Suite.
• Motion graphics and UI/UX design.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, New Media, or related field (must be obtained by time of appointment).

Preferred Qualifications

• College‑level teaching experience and/or a record of client‑based, industry experience.
• Teaching experience in a college setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in three or more of the following graphic communications areas: typography, digital imaging, visual/design fundamentals, conceptual design, layout design, illustration, print production and prepress, image manipulation, art direction, design history/theory, storyboarding, motion graphics, broadcast graphics, interaction/interactive communications design, instructional design, or related areas.
• Experience with current industry standard tools is preferred, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and comparable applications such as Canva, Blender, or Cinema 4D.
• Knowledge of Unreal Engine or similar software.

Starting Salary Information

Initial salary placement is based on educational level and total years of full‑time equivalent teaching experience. For example, for an instructor with a Master’s degree the salary range would be $58,046 to $74,304 annually. The entire salary range is up to $89,166 annually with a Doctorate and 10 years’ experience. A maximum of 10 years of experience will be considered for the initial salary placement purposes. * *This position is contingent upon ongoing and available funding.

Bargaining Unit & Relocation

Bargaining unit Faculty members hired are eligible for relocation expenses reimbursement in accordance with the College of Southern Nevada NFA Contract 2022‑2025.

Employment Eligibility

CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H‑1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

Equal Opportunity

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution.

Retirement Plan

Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945.

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references (Name, email, and phone number)
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts (Applicants who have earned their degrees outside of the United States must have their educational transcripts evaluated by an approved evaluator if their college or university is not listed in the most recent edition of the Higher Education Directory, published by Higher Education Publications, Inc. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the Office of Human Resources, Talent Acquisition & Classification Team).

National Search Out of Area/State Candidates

May be offered travel reimbursement with original itemized receipts and in accordance with GSA rates at time of travel.

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date10/3/2026

Other Information

Full‑Time Equivalent 100.0% ExemptYes

ExemptYes Full‑Time Equivalent 100.0%