For 25+ years, the Brandcenter has helped thousands of students
launch their careers in advertising and the marketing
communications industry, developing the best creative
problem-solvers in the world of brands. At the Brandcenter,
students interested in top careers in art direction, design,
copywriting, strategy, brand management/leadership are given a
comprehensive overview of the industry and current trends/issues,
as well as experience developing advertising campaigns and branding
projects.
The Brandcenter in the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth
University is recruiting a pool of applicants on an ongoing basis
for adjunct teaching positions across our programs. These positions
require a candidate with patience, understanding, and an ability to
motivate students to a higher level of work. The Brandcenter will
contact candidates whose credentials match our teaching needs and
available positions. The Brandcenter will consult the adjunct
applicant pool and contact qualified applicants for interviews on
an as-needed basis.
We have multiple offerings to fit students’ unique career goals and
seek adjunct faculty across all programs, which include our
full-time master’s program, our new evening MBA concentration in
Brand Leadership (in partnership with the VCU School of Business),
and our new Executive Master’s program (part-time, online offering)
set to launch in Fall 2026.
Benefits : All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide
array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU.
Consult the
benefits website
for information on benefits eligibility according to employee
type.
Unit: School Of Business MBU
Department: Brandcenter
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teaching graduate-level students in brand strategy, research,
advertising, design, and/or communications
Meet all designated course instruction guidelines, grade
assignments in a timely manner, respond to student inquiries within
24 hours, and submit final grades according to VCU policy.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree
- Experience in branding, advertising, or related field
required
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment
of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of
faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and
experiences, or a commitment to do so as an employee at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior teaching experience at a university level is
preferred
- Advanced degree
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity
employer.
Salary Range: Starting at $4,740
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
Rank: Instructor
Contact Information
Contact Name: Shannon
Wilke
Contact Email: swilke@vcu.edu