Adjunct Faculty, Graphic Design (Asynchronous)

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty, Graphic Design (Asynchronous)

Department: School of Creative and Professional Studies (SCPS)

Program: Bachelor's of Graphic Design

Status: Part-time, Adjunct

Format: 100% Online, Asynchronous (8-week terms)

The MA in Graphic Design program provides an in-depth study of the language and practice of graphic design with an emphasis on process, visual research, and working across media as they relate to specific audiences and contexts. Delivered fully online, the program equips creative professionals with advanced skills in:

• Visual communication systems
• Typography, branding, and publication design
• UI/UX design, motion graphics, letterpress, screenprinting, illustration, and social design
• Design research and critical theory
• Systems thinking and strategic communication
• Emerging technologies, including generative and computational design
• Professional positioning and portfolio development

This position supports this rigorous, concept-driven graduate curriculum that integrates advanced design theory, professional practice, research methodologies, and emerging technologies within a flexible asynchronous learning environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in contemporary graphic design practice and the ability to guide graduate students in developing conceptually sophisticated, research-informed, and professionally relevant design work.

We are seeking adjunct faculty to design and deliver engaging and relevant content for our online asynchronous version of our MA in Graphic Design. The ideal candidate will be an active practitioner with strong visual storytelling abilities, an up-to-date understanding of design industry standards, enthusiasm for mentoring diverse creative professionals, and comfort translating their expertise into a dynamic online learning environment.

General Purpose

To provide asynchronous delivery of instruction for students in the online MA in Graphic Design program, conveying knowledge of various elements of visual communication and design strategy from a professional perspective.

Summary of Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain an engaging asynchronous online learning environment via Canvas.
• Provide core instruction to satisfy primary learning objectives of the assigned course(s).
• Provide written or video-recorded feedback on student assignments within 48 hours of submission.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent communication with students by holding at least one hour of regular virtual office hours every week and replying to any student communication within 24 hours.
• Maintain a consistent presence in the online classroom of 4 days in a 7-day cycle.
• Provide feedback within 48 hours of student work, including providing timely written and/or audio/video feedback via Canvas and keeping a gradebook with grades posted within 72 hours of each module completion.
• Maintain the Canvas course throughout the term. This includes updating the syllabus, setting assignments with due dates, and providing tutorials and other materials to students as needed to help students meet learning outcomes.
• Meet faculty expectations as defined in the Asynchronous Instruction Policy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of visual communication theory and professional design practice.
• Specific knowledge and professional experience in the field of graphic design.
• Comfortable using technology in an online learning environment, including Canvas and video conferencing platforms.
• Ability to demonstrate pedagogical knowledge of your specific subject area, with an emphasis on asynchronous instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• 5 years of related professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• MFA degree in Graphic Design or a related field
• 10 years of related professional experience.
• Experience teaching in an online asynchronous format.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of a background check.

Salary

• $4,515.00 - $7,656.00 (commensurate with experience )

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.