Lecturer - Illustration

University of Colorado System; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 5,100 - 5,600; Part time

Job summary

University of Colorado Denver is seeking a Lecturer in Illustration within the College of Arts & Media. The role focuses on teaching Illustration across multiple courses, with responsibilities spanning Image Making, Digital Media, and Thesis Development in a dynamic studio setting.

The ideal candidate holds a BFA in Illustration (or related field) and demonstrates strong drawing and painting skills, with a preference for an MFA and industry experience.

Qualifications

• BFA in Illustration, Animation, Games or related field (minimum).
• MFA in Illustration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two classes per semester (3-6 credit hours).
• Instruct across areas such as Illustration I–V, Drawing and Painting, and related topics.

Skills

Strong drawing

Perspective

Anatomy

Communication

Teaching modalities

Education

BFA in Illustration/Animation/Games or related field

MFA in Illustration (preferred)

Three years professional experience (preferred)

Job description

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Faculty Level/Title: Lecturer

Working Title : Lecturer - Illustration

FTE: .225 per 3 credit course

Salary Range : $5,371.19 per 3 credit course

Position #00608146 – Requisition #41295

Join the University of Colorado Denver

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Job Description

At the College of Arts & Media (CAM), we empower a diversecommunity of makers, scholars, and innovators to thrive in the rapidly evolving creative industries. Through a dynamic blend of critical inquiry, creative exploration, and real-world engagement,CAM prepares students for lives filled with opportunity, meaning,and purpose. Rooted in community and driven by a spirit of intellectual and artistic freedom, CAM embraces risk-takers, visionaries, and cultural disruptors by providing access tocutting-edge technology, global perspectives, and a nurturingenvironment where bold ideas flourish. CAM offers top-rankeddegrees and programs in Film & Television, Media Forensics,Music & Entertainment, and Visual Arts.

In Visual Arts at CU Denver, the city becomes our canvas, industryleaders become professors and a passion becomes a profession. We doour best work designing in a digital lab or putting paint to canvasin a studio. Our students have access to state-of-the art digitallabs, sculpture studios, industrial equipment and darkrooms. Theyfind opportunities at the Denver Art Museum, in galleries acrossthe Front Range and at digital studios like Pixar. That's how theCollege of Arts & Media unites the ability to create with themeans to succeed.

Illustration at CU Denver has been recognized by Animation CareerReview as a top national program. Traditional, conceptual, andtechnology-based education combine for dynamic course work thatincludes Image Making, Digital Illustration, Print Media,Investigative Methods, Digital Painting, Graphic Novel Workshop,Business of Art, and Typography. Illustration faculty preparestudents for passionate successful careers in visual art, design,and illustration.

Lecturer appointments are at-will and teaching assignments aredetermined on a semester by semester basis. Teaching assignmentsmay fluctuate and are contingent upon the schedule of coursesoffered each term.

Lecturer - Illustration

What you will do:

• Teaching Load: You will teach one or two classes per semester(3-6 credit hours)
• Instruction: Your focus will include one or more of thefollowing areas- Illustration I: Image Making, Illustration II:Digital Media, Illustration III: Investigative Methods,Illustration IV: Thesis Development, Illustration V: BFA Thesis,Drawing 1, Life Drawing 1, Printed Image, Life Drawing 2:Portraiture & Anatomy, Life Painting and Drawing, Painting I,Media of Drawing, Drawing for Story, Digital Painting, GraphicNovel, Concept Art, Business of Art

Qualifications you already possess (MinimumQualifications)

• BFA in Illustration, Animation, Games or a related field.

Preferred Qualification to possess (PreferredQualifications)

• MFA in Illustration.
• Three (3) years professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong drawing & painting skills including perspective& anatomy.
• Expertise in a specialization like Children's Books, Comics,Concept Art, Animation, Game Art, Tattooing or similar.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across multipleteaching modalities.
• Demonstrated history of building and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, students, and communitypartners representing a wide range of perspectives.
• Ability to work autonomously, taking initiative on tasks, andmeeting deadlines.
• Outwardly contribute to a respectful, positive, andprofessional workspace.
• Interest in emerging trends and technologies in illustrationeducation and practice.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has beenestablished at $5,371.19 per 3 credit course.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be setbased on a variety of factors, including but not limited to,internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.Theabove salary range (or hiring range) represents the University'sgood faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possiblecompensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Questions should be directed to [e-mail].

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe andproductive educational, clinical, research and employmentenvironment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any finalappointment/employment.