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Indian River State College

Adjunct Graphic Design and Digital Media

Indian River State College, Fort Pierce, Florida, United States, 34945


Job Description

Working at IRSC has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, IRSC offers a benefits package:

*Wellness Wonders:

Dive into a world of well-being with perks that nourish your body and soul. Health benefits that prioritize your fitness, mental health, and overall happiness await you with our employee only coverage paid by the college.

*Retirement Radiance:

Picture your future shining as bright as your career! Our retirement benefits are designed to turn your golden years into a sunlit oasis. With robust plans and strategic investments, we're planting the seeds for your retirement bliss.

*Generous Time-Off Universe:

Recharge and rejuvenate with ample vacation time, ensuring you return to work with newfound enthusiasm.

*Career Launchpad:

Propel your career forward with projects that are not just tasks but missions, shaping industries and driving change.

Join Our Creative Faculty Team as an

Adjunct Graphic Design and Digital Media !Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of creative minds? Do you thrive on sharing your expertise in cutting-edge software and design tools? Look no further! We're seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Adjunct Graphic Design and Digital Media to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:Teach with Impact:

Lead engaging classes covering Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Adobe Premiere, Avid, web design, animation, and video/sound editing software. Inspire students to unleash their creativity!

Grade with Precision:

Evaluate quizzes, tests, and assignments. Provide constructive feedback to help students excel.

Shape Futures:

Assign final grades and deliver grade justification sheets. Your assessments matter!

Student-Centric Approach:

Maintain regular office hours to support students. Be their guide on their educational journey.

Cutting-Edge Learning Environment:

Stay up-to-date with software advancements. Adapt swiftly to new versions and trends.

Curriculum Innovator:

Develop fresh courses aligned with industry demands. Shape the future of Graphics and Digital Media education.

Student Success Advocate:

Assist in recruitment, retention, and placement efforts. Your impact extends beyond the classroom.

Lab Wizard:

Keep our labs organized, clean, and conducive to learning. Magic happens here!

Promote Creativity:

Create eye-catching promotional materials. Showcase the excitement of our programs.

Collaborate and Contribute:

Engage in department meetings, share insights, and be part of our academic community.

Apply Today!Ready to inspire? Apply now and be part of our innovative team!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Teaching college credit courses;

Trading all class coursework;

Assigning final grades;

Assisting with program development;

Recruiting and implementing department objectives;

Participating in college committees, assisting with student organizations;

Supporting professional advisory committees;

Assuming, as required by scheduled courses, day or evening teaching assignments on any of the four-county college campuses;

Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Instructing assigned classes to include Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark Xpress, Adobe Premiere, Avid, Web design and animation, and video and sound editing software related to this industry

Grading all quizzes, tests, and written exams and assignments

Assigning final grades and delivering grades and grade justification sheets

Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students

Maintaining a safe and effective classroom environment

Adopting new versions of software as they appear in the market

Developing new courses for the changing curriculum in the Graphics and Digital Medial programs

Assisting with the recruitment, retention, completion, and placement of students

Maintaining the laboratories in a clean, neat, organized and healthful condition conducive to learning

Creating promotional materials

Assisting in the recruitment of new students

Participating in department, division, and general adjunct faculty meetings

Candidates are expected to stay current in emerging technologies related to the field

Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:Master's degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media, or related field.

Teaching and at least three years of documented industry experience in Graphic Design, Video Production, Computer Animation, Game Development or Web Publishing is preferred

Candidates need to demonstrate expertise in the use of Adobe products for Graphic Design, Web Design, and non-linear video editing (Premiere, After Effects, and or others)

Digital Media candidates need to demonstrate expertise in the use of 3D software, such as Autodesk Maya, Mudbox, or Zbrush

All instructors must meet the appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires an ability to sit, stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Classification AdjunctSupervisory NoFLSA Exempt YesEmployment Type Temporary (Fixed Term)Compensation and Application Deadline Pay range starts at: $22.10/hour. | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience. | Open until filled. |