Instructor Pool Graphic Design UC Berkeley Extension
University of California, Berkeley
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Job summary
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
- 5 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree.
- USA Residency and USA Work Authorization required.
Responsibilities
- Deliver course content via Canvas and Zoom.
- Develop syllabi, assignments, and lesson plans.
- Grade assignments and respond to student inquiries.
Skills
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Job description
Instructor Pool Graphic Design UC Berkeley Extension
Position title: Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)
Salary range: Compensation varies by course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, an estimated total per course is $1,200 - $3,600. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, the rate is $150 - $165 per enrolled student, with a total per course estimate of roughly $1,200 - $3,300. Compensation may be shared among co-instructors based on percentage of course content taught. Compensation is determined by course length, units, enrollment, budget, and other factors.
Percent time: Part-time by agreement on a per-course basis.
Anticipated start: Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.
Review timeline: Applicants are considered as needs arise; pool does not guarantee a position. The pool remains in place for 9-12 months. Those wishing to remain beyond the final closing date must reapply.
Position duration: Course length varies by subject, level, format, schedule, and credits. For fall, spring, and summer semesters, typical lengths range from approximately 5 to 16 weeks. Further course agreements may occur based on program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.
Application Window
Open date: August 26, 2025
Next review date: Monday, Sep 22, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will be considered only if the position has not yet been filled.
UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, builds bridges between UC Berkeley and the public. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and supports the University mission to extend research and scholarship to a global community, increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students, and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is part of the division under the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors in Graphic Design to teach online courses in the Arts and Humanities department.
Courses are offered online:
- Online instruction is delivered asynchronously via Canvas or synchronously via Zoom.
- Most synchronous live online courses are offered in the evening and on weekends (Pacific Time).
Course Subjects
Qualified applicants should have current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in Graphic Design and related topics. For program and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.
Graphic Design
- Adobe Digital Tools (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
- Art Direction (Advertising Design)
- Branding (Figma, Adobe Illustrator and Firefly)
- Essentials of Motion Graphics (Adobe After Effects, 2D Animation)
- Graphic and Web Design Portfolio
- Illustrating Children's Books
- Illustrator I
- InDesign
- Package Design
- Photoshop I
- Typography Fundamentals (Print/Web/Digital, Adobe Firefly)
- Visual Design Principles
- Web Design With HTML5 and CSS3 (JavaScript/GitHub)
- Other Graphic Design Related Topics (please specify in cover letter)
The department seeks candidates who support student success through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Duties vary by instruction method (Synchronous Live Online or Asynchronous Online).
- For synchronous instruction (live online courses): syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; updating Canvas course site; delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
- For asynchronous instruction (fixed date online courses): review syllabus and pre-populated content; use Canvas classroom tools; request training needs from Program Director or Department Director.
- For all instruction: complete required trainings; respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grade and post final grades to the instructor portal; use University-approved platforms (Canvas, Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.); follow policies and guidelines; respond to requests from Program Director or Department Director.
Graphic Design Program and Courses: If applicable, see program details at the linked page.
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
Additional qualifications (required at start)
- 5 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree, or 5+ years of teaching experience since degree.
- USA Residency and USA Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, in person or online. For non-US citizens or permanent residents, valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. The department does not sponsor work visas.
Preferred qualifications
- Advanced degree in graphic design, advertising design, art direction, or related area.
- 5+ years of professional experience in graphic, visual or communication design, advertising, art direction, motion design, animation, or marketing.
- Proficiency in two or more Adobe Apps: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Firefly, After Effects, Premier Pro.
- Proficiency in Figma.
- Typographic skills, page layout, color theory, accessibility-minded design.
- Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and GitHub with accessibility in design.
- Experience writing technical content and project specs.
- Knowledge of new technologies and AI integration with graphic design.
- Teaching or coaching experience in the course subject within a U.S. college/university or corporate environment.
- Experience creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures, activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
- Experience teaching online or developing online course content.
- Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate in a team; willingness to learn new technology and tools (Canvas, Panopto, Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.).
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated CV.
- Cover Letter – Include the top 3 Graphic Design course subjects you are applying for; a link to your professional website with your Graphic Design portfolio; discussion of prior teaching experience, approach, and interests in inclusive pedagogy.
Reference requirements
- References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage and are contacted for finalists only.
Apply link: see the job posting for the application URL
Help contact: extension-jobs@berkeley.edu
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in its public mission. This includes adherence to UC policies on affirmative action, nondiscrimination, and related standards. The university emphasizes a safe, respectful environment and equal opportunity in employment. See UC Berkeley statements and policies for details.
Job location: San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA.
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