Teach all levels of students, who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences

Implement a range of pedagogy and resources in curriculum including the application of technology in creative practice

Participate in the assessment of the students, program, and department

Maintain an awareness of contemporary art, design, career paths in art, relevant technological advancements, and sharing those in the classroom

Coordinate the ordering of supplies for the adjunct instructors teaching foundations courses

Assist in the organization and communication of Foundations Portfolio Reviews

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient in the fundamentals of art and design composition, materials, and theory
• Comprehensive understanding of contemporary artistic practices and practitioners
• Depth of knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications
• The ability to manage multiple purchase orders, institutional timelines, and policies for purchasing.

Required Minimum Qualifications

MFA in studio art, graphic design, animation, visual effects or another related field completed by the July 30, 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Practicing professional artist, effects artist, animator, or designer
• Depth and breadth of knowledge in a variety of artistic disciplines
• Passion for teaching entry-level college students
• One (1) year teaching experience

Required Application Documents

• Cover Letter- Include links to images
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Portfolio of Student Work (10-20 images)
• Portfolio of Recent Personal Work (10-20 images)
• List of three References with contact information or three letters of Recommendation

About Us

Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 11,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 150,287 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN.

Austin Peay State University is a proud supporter of hiring veterans. We hire veterans with equivalent experiences and pay grades from their military service, rather than requiring or preferring only college degrees. Please visit our website for more information on how veterans can qualify for additional employment opportunities at APSU: https://www.apsu.edu/human-resources/hiring-veterans/.

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