Part-Time Faculty--Video for Graphic Design

Roosevelt University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 3,583 - 4,380; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Commuter savings

Voluntary retirement contributions

Pet insurance

Job summary

Roosevelt University is seeking a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor to teach an undergraduate video production course for Graphic Design majors at partner center locations in Palatine, IL and Woodstock, IL. The role focuses on fundamentals of video creation, storytelling, lighting, and non-linear editing, with students producing graphics packages and short video projects.

The course emphasizes hands-on production skills and design thinking, linking video techniques to typography, branding, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software (Premiere Pro, After Effects) and familiarity with Blackboard LMS.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more sections of a video production course for Graphic Design students at Harper University Center (Woodstock, IL) and/or McHenry University Center (Palatine, IL).
• Introduce students to fundamentals of video storytelling, shot composition, lighting, audio recording, and on-location shoot roles.
• Teach video editing workflows using industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar tools).
• Guide students through project development from concept and storyboarding to final edit.
• Provide critiques and feedback that integrate design principles and video production.
• Develop assignments and assessments that support course learning outcomes.
• Maintain a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Submit grades and course documentation according to university policies.
• Classes to be taught in-person.

Skills

Video production

Storytelling

Lighting

Audio recording

On-location shoots

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Adobe Creative Cloud

Blackboard LMS

Job description

Part-Time Faculty--Video for Graphic Design

Position Title Part-Time Faculty--Video for Graphic Design

Category

Category Adjunct

Posting Number

Posting Number T000173

Location

Location Chicago

Open Date

Open Date 04/01/2026

Close Date

Close Date 10/01/2026

Open Until Filled? Yes

Job Type

Job Type Part-Time

Working Hours

Position Summary

Roosevelt University is seeking a skilled and creative Adjunct Instructor to teach an undergraduate video production course designed for Graphic Design majors at our partner university centers: Harper University Center in Palatine, Illinois and McHenry University Center in Woodstock, Illinois.

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of video creation as a visual communication tool, including storytelling, shooting techniques, audio capture, and non-linear editing. The course gives Graphic Design students real-world training on how their work will intersect with professional video production. Each student creates their own graphics package of lower thirds and a full screen graphic.

Course Focus
The course emphasizes practical, hands‑on production skills while connecting video techniques to graphic design concepts such as composition, typography, branding, and narrative communication. Students will produce short video projects that integrate design thinking with moving image and sound. Students receive practical experience setting up and producing a video shoot, including lighting and audio, and interviewing a subject.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more sections of a video production course for Graphic Design students at Harper University Center (Woodstock, IL) and/or McHenry University Center (Palatine, IL)
• Introduce students to fundamentals of video storytelling, shot composition, lighting, audio recording, and the roles and responsibilities involved in a full on‑location shoot.
• Teach video editing workflows using industry‑standard software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar tools)
• Guide students through project development from concept and storyboarding to final edit
• Provide critiques and feedback that integrate design principles and video production
• Develop assignments and assessments that support course learning outcomes
• Maintain a supportive and inclusive classroom environment
• Submit grades and course documentation according to university policies
• Classes to be taught in‑person

Reflecting the ideals of its founders in 1945, Roosevelt University is a private, nonsectarian community of educators, scholars and learners committed to academic, creative and service excellence, who value differences in personal experiences and perspectives; ask difficult questions; and promote mutual understanding, inclusion, social consciousness and action toward social justice. Recognizing that difference broadens perspectives, Roosevelt University seeks and serves a diverse, promising student body from metropolitan Chicago and around the world. We invite you to contribute your talents to our community

Roosevelt University’s Graphic Design program emphasizes creative problem‑solving, visual communication, and cross‑media storytelling. The video course expands students’ design practice into motion and time‑based media, preparing them for contemporary design environments where video, motion graphics, and digital content are essential.

Roosevelt University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic community.

Entry level compensation rate for teaching one 3-credit course as of Fall 2025 is $3,982.00. Compensation for courses that carry fewer or more than three credits will be prorated down or up accordingly. Entry into the union for any subsequent semesters of employment thereafter is required.
Voluntary benefits such as tuition remission, commuter savings, voluntary retirement contributions, and pet insurance are all made available upon union membership and eligibility.
Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or [e-mail].
Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email [e-mail].

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Successful applicants will be proficient in industry‑standard software Adobe Creative Cloud software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar tools).
Knowledge of and prior experience with the Blackboard Learning Management system is ideal.

Years of Experience Required

Years of Experience Required Prior teaching experience (at least one year) is preferred but not required

Required Education

Required Education Bachelor's Degree

Certification/Licensure Required