Sam Houston State University
Visiting Assistant Professor of Art (Graphic Design)_
Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas, United States, 77348
Requisition: 202400113FHiring Salary/Recruiting Range:Commensurate with education and experience.Department: Dept of ArtNature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a full time, Visiting Assistant Professor of Graphic Design starting August 2024.Ideal candidates must have the ability to teach all levels of Graphic Design. HTML , CSS , UI/UX and motion design are required. Proficiency in Adobe Suite is expected. Candidate’s portfolio should demonstrate professional achievement in these areas.The desired candidate will possess strong fundamental design, communication, and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate the enthusiasm necessary to contribute to a regionally competitive design program at SHSU .In addition to teaching 3 courses per a semester, some service responsibilities and ongoing research and professional activity within the profession are expected.The SHSU Department of Art offers a BFA Graphic Design, and has over 100 Graphic Design majors in a department of more than 550 students.Learn more about the SHSU Department of Art at www.shsu.edu/artOther Specifications/Instructions for the Position:Applicants should submit the following as PDF : • cover letter • statement of teaching philosophy • statement of teaching research & goals • a detailed CV • names and contact information of three references • samples of personal work * • samples of student work * Please include links for examples of personal and student interactive or motion work. *for time-based media work examples, please provide URLs for each specific project within the PDF document.Official college transcripts will be required for finalists for this position.Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):Candidates must possess a Master of Fine Art Degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communications and demonstrate outstanding potential in creative activity.Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):Teaching experience at the undergraduate level is strongly preferred. Professional Design experience is also an asset.