Visiting Assistant Professor Of Art, Graphic Design

Visiting Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

The Visiting Assistant Professor of Graphic Design will work in close partnership with the Director of Graphic Design to support the leadership, continuity, and continued excellence of DADAH's Graphic Design program and its associated certificates. This position contributes to program visibility and sustained advancement during a period of ongoing development and opportunity.

The role will expand and enhance an innovative curriculum in areas such as Motion Graphics, UX/UI, and other emerging fields in digital design, while also supporting the development of online and remote learning initiatives that broaden access and strengthen program reach.

In addition to teaching, the Visiting Assistant Professor will contribute to departmental initiatives including Foundations courses, summer offerings, advising, portfolio reviews, internships, assessment, and other service activities that support student success and professional readiness.

The position is expected to engage with evolving industry practices and emerging technologies in digital design and education, ensuring the program remains current, relevant, and aligned with professional standards and creative innovation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Visiting Assistant Professor of Graphic Design will teach and support a range of courses within the Graphic Design curriculum, including digital Visualization, Type Dialogue, Design Theory, Professional Practice, and topics courses such as UX/UI and Type in Motion. The position contributes to both studio and foundations-level instruction and supports student development across all stages of the program. This role includes mentoring students, assisting with portfolio development, and preparing student work for annual exhibitions and showcases.

The faculty member will also participate in academic advising, student reviews, and assessment process.

Secondary

Duties and Responsibilities:

Additional responsibilities include supporting recruitment and outreach efforts, participating in departmental events and exhibitions, and contributing to student organizations such as the AIGA student chapter. Service to the department may include assisting with lab operations and supporting program initiatives as needed.

Applicants requiring University sponsorship to obtain employment authorization will not be considered for this position.

Functional/Technical

Skills:

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects) Strong typography, layout, and visual communication skills Experience with UX/UI tools (e.g., Figma) and digital design workflows Basic understanding of web design (HTML/CSS preferred) Knowledge of print and digital production processes

Requisite

Experience:

MFA (or equivalent) in Graphic Design or related field University-level teaching experience