Location: Rutgers University-Camden, Camden, NJ
Website: https://vmpa.camden.rutgers.edu
Department: Rutgers Visual Media and Performing Arts Department

Position: Graphic Design Faculty
Position-Type: Part Time
Program: BFA in Graphic Design
Start Date: Fall 2024
Salary: Very Competitive Salary

Overview:

Rutgers University-Camden offers a supportive and collaborative environment where faculty and students work closely together. Our campus is located in the heart of Camden, NJ, with easy access to the vibrant cultural and artistic scene of Philadelphia. We a minority serving state institution dedicated to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for successful careers in the rapidly evolving field of graphic design.

Join us at Rutgers University-Camden and help shape the future of graphic design education! We are looking for passionate and innovative graphic designers with a strong commitment to teaching and shaping the next generation of designers. Rutgers University-Camden invites applications for a (part-time) lecturer faculty position in our BFA Graphic Design program for the Fall of 2024. We are looking for dynamic individuals who can inspire and educate students while contributing to the growth and development of our program. We are specifically looking for those who can teach Fundamentals of Adobe Program for Graphic design and Artists, Graphic Design II and Fundamentals of Motion Graphics for Fall 2024

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in graphic design, including but not limited to typography, GD Foundations, publication design, branding, motion graphics and user experience design.
• Help develop and update curriculum to reflect current industry trends and technological advancements.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and professional development.

Qualifications

• MFA in Graphic Design or Professional experience in the graphic design industry.
• Demonstrated a desire to excellence in teaching at the college level (teaching experience is not necessary).
• A strong portfolio showcasing professional and/or personal design work.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software and emerging technologies.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
• Engage in creative and scholarly activities, contributing to the field of graphic design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with curriculum development and academic program assessment.
• A record of creative and/or scholarly achievements.
• Professional experience in the graphic design industry.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following:

• A short cover letter highlighting a teaching philosophy, creative practice, and/or vision for graphic design education.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• A portfolio of professional and/or student work (PDF or online link).
• Contact information for three references.

Application Deadline: open

Apply Here:

Submit your application materials to: allanesp@camden.rutgers.edu