"Adjunct Faculty - MAGWD Program"

Job Type

Temporary

Description

SUMMARY:

MCAD is seeking a Web Design Adjunct Faculty. This position is responsible for teaching in the subject area of web design, primarily utilizing Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud applications within current industry practices in web and user experience design. The Web Design Adjunct Faculty must be sensitive to college needs, employee and student goodwill, and overall brand equity of MCAD as an employer and educational institution. 

DETAILS: This is a part time, non-exempt position expected to work approximately 9 hours a week. This position reports to the Director of the MA in Graphic and Web Design program and is paid $5547.00 for the term.

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter to https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/b0ccf9fc-c11e-4ce1-bb54-075eb5c74c59/Minneapolis-College-of-Art-and-Design. Priority will be given to those who respond by June 24. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach 15 week online, synchronous Web Design course in the MA in Graphic and Web Design program.
• Attend weekly synchronous meetings with students for lectures, demonstrations, and group critique.
• Attend occasional synchronous meetings with students, faculty, and department director.
• Hold regular office hours.
• Report student feedback and grading in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Represent MCAD’s vision, purpose, and values in day to day work and interactions with MCAD students, staff, faculty, and campus guests, as well as the greater community.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Industry experience and/or leadership in web design, UX/UI design, and/or web development.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise represented in a professional portfolio.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years teaching in higher education.
• Experience in online teaching and course development.
• Shared examples of student work.

ENVIRONMENT: This position operates fully remote. This position requires the ability and willingness to closely partner with team members and colleagues in other departments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

BENEFITS: MCAD’s community of staff and faculty enjoy a dynamic, creative, and inclusive work environment. 

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1886, Minneapolis College of Art and Design is located in the rich creative community of the Twin Cities. Recognized nationally and internationally for its innovative approaches to art and design education, MCAD is home to approximately 800 students from 45 states and 15 countries. The college offers bachelor’s degrees in fourteen disciplines including arts entrepreneurship, design, fine arts, and media arts; one MFA; three online master’s degrees; and continuing education classes for all ages. Through the core curriculum, students focus on their careers and craft by learning technical and professional skills while developing their creative leadership capabilities. 

MCAD is especially interested in candidates from under-represented groups as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the MCAD community. MCAD welcomes diversity of identity, experience, and thought. Members of marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Salary Description

$5,547.00 per term