Lecturer of Digital Design

University of Colorado System; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Colorado Denver seeks a Lecturer of Digital Design to teach 1–2 courses per semester in Graphic Design, UX/UI, and related areas. The role emphasizes hands-on instruction, studio practice, and collaboration with CAM faculty to shape student projects.

The position requires a terminal degree or equivalent professional experience, a strong portfolio, and the ability to contribute to a diverse, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Graphic Design or a closely related field; or a bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least four years of professional design experience; or an equivalent combination of education and substantial professional experience
• A design project portfolio demonstrating competency in contemporary design practices, methodologies, and industry-standard tools

Responsibilities

• Teach 1–2 classes per semester (3–6 credit hours) in Digital Design, at introductory to advanced levels
• Develop course materials, assignments, and assessments that support student learning and professional development

Skills

Typography

Graphic Design

Motion Graphics

Web Design

Education

Master's in Graphic Design or closely related field

Bachelor's in a relevant field with 4+ years professional design experience

Job description

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Faculty Level/Title: Lecturer

Working Title: Lecturer of Digital Design

FTE: .225 per 3 credit course

Salary Range: $5,371.19 per 3 credit course

Position #00608146 – Requisition #41634

Join the University of Colorado Denver

About the UniversityofColorado - Denver

Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation,research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. Werethe state's premier public urban research university with more than100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degreeprograms. We partner with diverse learners—at any stage of theirlife and career—for transformative educational experiences. Acrossseven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and worksalongside students to solve complex challenges and produceimpactful creative work. As part of the state's largest universitysystem, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy,with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million.To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment,visit ucdenver.edu .

Job Description

At the College of Arts & Media (CAM), we empower a diversecommunity of makers, scholars, and innovators to thrive in therapidly evolving creative industries. Through a dynamic blend ofcritical 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 ofintellectual 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.

Digital Design is a nationally-ranked, screen-based graphic designprogram integrating aesthetic, creative, and critical thinking withexpertise in advanced electronic media. Configured as aninterdisciplinary art and design laboratory, Digital Design offersa hands-on art school education in graphic design, interactivemedia, user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, motiongraphics, and branding design.

Through an interdisciplinary approach, the Digital Design programproduces artists and designers who will use technology ininnovative ways and promotes an understanding of the culturalimpact and uses of digital technologies. Students will be preparedfor as future designers and art directors entering the field on thecutting edge of electronic design.

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 of Digital Design

What you will do:

• 100% Teaching

Lecturers may teach one or two classes (3-6 credit hours) persemester. Lecturers in the Digital Design Program may be expectedto teach in one or more of the following areas at an introductory,intermediate, or advanced level:

• Typography
• Graphic Design
• Motion Graphics
• Videography and Film Editing
• Interaction Design
• Industry standard Digital Design Software Tools
• Design Research
• Web Design

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• A master's degree or higher in Graphic Design or a closelyrelated field; or a bachelor's degree in a relevant field combinedwith at least four years of professional design experience; or anequivalent combination of education and substantial professionalexperience
• A design project portfolio demonstrating competency incontemporary design practices, methodologies, and industry-standardtools

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• MFA, MDes, or other terminal degree in Digital Design, GraphicDesign, Communication Design, Interaction Design, or a closelyrelated field
• Two or more years of teaching experience in design or a relateddiscipline at the college level
• Experience working in a professional capacity on a broad arrayof design project types
• Experience developing course materials, assignments, andassessments that support student learning and/or professionaldevelopment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across multipleteaching modalities
• Demonstrated history of building and maintaining effectiveworking 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 governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, 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].

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in thefuture for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits

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

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

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. This position is not eligible for benefits.

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.