Part-Time Studio Instructor for Creative Professionals

Maryland Institute College of Art; Mica (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) seeks experienced adjunct instructors to design and deliver high-quality courses for Professional Studio / Open Studies. The role emphasizes practical, marketable skills for working professionals and supports diverse delivery formats including synchronous, asynchronous, and on-campus teaching.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in one or more creative economy areas, plus experience translating knowledge into career-ready outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in creative industry.
• Experience teaching or developing content for adult learners preferred.
• Ability to deliver asynchronous and/or online courses.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop course content that aligns with the Professional Studio’s core criteria: upskilling, marketable skill development, and practical application.
• Create a pedagogical approach and course structure that can be delivered in a variety of formats (synchronous, asynchronous, or on-campus).
• Develop engaging and relevant learning materials, including lesson plans, video lectures, interactive exercises, and real-world case studies.
• Incorporate content that is future-market oriented and relevant to national and international markets.
• Deliver instruction for assigned courses, fostering an active and supportive learning environment.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student assignments, projects, and portfolios.
• Communicate with students and provide an engaging learning environment in which students feel comfortable asking questions and participating fully.
• Collaborate with Professional Studio leadership to define learning outcomes and ensure course content aligns with program goals.
• Work with instructional designers or program staff to prepare course materials and ensure they are ready for delivery.

Skills

Adult learners

Canvas LMS

Online/Async delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Python

Houdini

Unreal

Job description

Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) seeks experienced adjunct instructors to design and deliver high-quality courses for Professional Studio / Open Studies. The role emphasizes practical, marketable skills for working professionals and supports diverse delivery formats including synchronous, asynchronous, and on-campus teaching.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in one or more creative economy areas, plus experience translating knowledge into career-ready outcomes.