Adjunct Instructor, Applied Media Communications, Technical​/Studio Courses, UC Blue Ash College

Job Title:

Adjunct Instructor, Applied Media Communications, Technical/Studio Courses, UC Blue Ash College

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Start Date:

9/19/25

UC Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio, located 15 miles north of Cincinnati on a 135-acre park‑like campus. With an enrollment of approximately 5,100 students, UCBA offers associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and general education courses, and is recognized for its strong teaching and student support mission.

The Media Communications & Technology Department (formerly Electronic Media) offers the Applied Media Communications AAS degree, one‑year certificates, and technical courses spanning design, photography, video, audio, animation, motion graphics, interactive design, and web. The department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and supports students who enter directly into media careers or transfer to media production baccalaureate programs such as UC's College‑Conservatory of Music or College of Arts & Sciences.

The Media Communications & Technology Department at UC Blue Ash College invites applications for our Applied Media Communications Adjunct Faculty Pool. We seek qualified part‑time faculty to teach freshman‑ and sophomore‑level courses across a range of media disciplines, including:

• Media Design Foundations (graphic design principles, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Photography (camera operation, lighting, digital post‑production, Adobe Photoshop)
• Video Production (camera operation, lighting, editing, Adobe Premiere Pro)
• Audio Production (recording, mixing, sound design, Pro Tools or similar DAWs)
• Web Design I & II (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git Hub, frameworks, content management systems)
• Animation (2D/3D animation, motion design, Adobe Animate, Toon Boom, Maya/Blender)
• Motion Graphics (visual storytelling, typography, Adobe After Effects)
• Job preparation (professional practice, portfolio development, emerging technologies)

• Teach assigned undergraduate courses on a part‑time basis.
• Prepare weekly course modules and related instructional media.
• Evaluate student coursework and provide timely feedback.
• Support student learning and department goals.
• Respond promptly to university and student communications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Use Canvas (our course management system) and any textbook‑specific systems.
• Hold regular office hours to meet with students.
• Participate in at least one professional development workshop per year.
• Courses may be offered in person (day or evening) or asynchronously online.

Bachelor's degree in a technical media field such as video production, web development, media design, photography, animation, audio, or a related discipline.

• At least two (2) years of professional media production experience.
• At least one (1) year of teaching experience.

• Master's degree in a media discipline or related field.
• Experience teaching or working in multiple areas of applied media.
• Teaching experience specifically in a college setting.

• Apply online .edu
• Submit a cover letter specifying your area(s) of expertise, a current CV/resume, and any additional supporting documents (certifications, portfolios, etc.).