Adjunct Instructor, School of Visual Communication

Adjunct Instructor, School of Visual Communication

Company:

Ohio University

Job Location:

Athens, 45701-2979

Category:

Media and Communication Studies

Type:

Adjunct/Part-Time

Applications Accepted From

Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please complete the online application and upload the following:

1. Resume or CV
2. Cover letter
3. Contact information for three references
4. If possible, provide example syllabi for courses taught in the past
5. Unofficial Transcripts

Candidates without a degree from Ohio University's School of Visual Communication must provide a resume showing previous teaching experience and a list of at least two references that can vouch for teaching experience in the field of visual communication or have substantial experience working within the field of visual communication.

Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by April 21, 2026.

This position is eligible for the following benefits

sick leave and retirement.

Posting Number: 20163122F

Job Description

VICO 1000 - Introduction to Studies in Visual Communication (3 credit hours)

Start date: Fall Semester 2026-27

VICO 1000 is a required Scripps College of Communication, School of Visual Communication course for all VICO undergraduate majors. This course is an introduction to visual communication principles, aesthetics, research, and applications in the field. It prepares students for further study in the communication industry of photojournalism, commercial photography, UX/UI design, information graphics, and publication design.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from the School of Visual Communication or have a similar degree from a four-year university in the field of photojournalism, graphic design, journalism, fine arts, or visual communication, along with a minimum of five years of relevant experience.
• Skills in Adobe Creative Cloud is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree from the School of Visual Communication or have a similar advanced degree from a four-year university in the field of photojournalism, commercial photography, graphic design, journalism, fine arts or visual communication.
• Work experience in documentary photography, commercial photography, web design, user experience design or web project management, information graphics, and publication design.
• Candidates who have taught this course for the School of Visual Communication are preferred.

Department

School of Visual Communication

Pay Rate: Commensurate with education and experience.

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Job Open Date

04/13/2026

Posting Close Date

Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by April 21, 2026.

Job Category: Instructor

Months

3 month

Planning Unit: Scripps College of Communication

Campus: Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Timothy Goheen, goheen@ohio.edu