"Assistant Professor of Art (Graphic Design)"

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Art (Graphic Design)

Requisition: 202500169F

Rank: Assistant Professor

FLSA status: Exempt

Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category:

Position Type: Full-Time Tenure Track

College: College of Arts & Media

Department: Dept of Art

Open Date: 12/11/2025

Quicklink: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45716

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name: Britney Ketkoski

Title: Assistant to the Chair Department of Art PO Box 2089 Huntsville, Texas 77341

Contact Phone: 936-294-1315

Contact Email: bketkoski@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art in Graphic Design, beginning Fall 2026.

We seek an innovative and dedicated educator whose practice bridges print, interactive, and emerging design fields, with demonstrated expertise in contemporary design technologies, including AI-driven tools and workflows. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to adapt to evolving industry standards and to prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing creative landscape. A strong commitment to foundational design principles, conceptual development, and research-based, forward-thinking design pedagogy is essential.

Faculty duties include a 3/2 teaching load (five courses per academic year), active service on departmental, college, and university committees, and sustained, peer-reviewed creative or scholarly activity.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Candidates must possess an MFA or terminal degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communications and demonstrate outstanding potential in research and/or creative activity.

Experience Required for the Position

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of undergraduate Graphic Design courses, including, but not limited to Principles of Graphic Design, Typography, Branding, UX/UI, Motion Graphics, and Portfolio Development. Applicants must present a professional portfolio that reflects significant achievement in these areas.

Other Requirements for the Position

Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite is required. Proficiency in web development practices, Figma, and other relevant interactive design tools is expected. Additional responsibilities include: Incorporating AI applications and emerging technologies into coursework. Guiding students in production design using equipment such as 3D printers and die cutters. Developing and maintaining a forward-thinking curriculum aligned with current industry standards. Demonstrating strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Contributing to the growth and vision of a regionally competitive Graphic Design program. Mentoring students in career preparation, internships, and professional development. Contributing to the growth and vision of a regionally competitive Graphic Design program.

Special Instructions Summary

The new Dana G. Hoyt Fine Arts Building includes state of the art lecture halls and classrooms, studios, computer labs, and galleries. In addition to the University Art Gallery on campus, the Department exhibits student work at a Satellite Gallery in downtown Huntsville and has MFA studios in the Natural Science and Art Research Center a few blocks away. Sam Houston State University is located 70 miles north of Houston in Huntsville, TX, surrounded by the Sam Houston National Forest. The Department of Art www.shsu.edu/art has about 550 undergraduate majors in Graphic Design, Studio Art, Photography, and Animation, and offers an MFA in Art and Social Practice.

Applicants should submit the following documents as PDF:
Cover letter
a detailed CV
statement of teaching philosophy
statement describing research and goals
names and contact information of three references
samples of personal work
samples of student work– – for time-based media work examples, please provide URLs for each specific project within the PDF document.
Official college transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required for finalists for this position.

Review of materials will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Open Until Filled: Yes