Concordia University, St. Paul
Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Graphic Design
Concordia University, St. Paul, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Graphic DesignPosition Overview:
Faculty at Concordia University, St. Paul work as members of an academic team of full and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high-quality instruction to students. Faculty are expected to demonstrate innovation and excellence in course instruction, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and support the Christian mission of the university. With students at the center of the university’s mission, delivering a high-quality student experience is a top priority of the Concordia learning community.Course Description: We are looking to develop teaching rosters for several courses .Modality: Face-to-FaceClass Dates/Times: TBD# of Credits: 3 CreditsS
ome course examples are below:Digital Methods: Production and Form (focuses on Adobe programs, production, and associated terminology)Graphic Design 1: (Intro to Design Principles, Programs, and Practice! Hand and Digital) Graphic Design 2 (Style, Series, Intro to Systems)Program/College:
The Graphic Design program is designed to prepare students for creative professions like graphic design and other communications-related fields that rely on visual imagery. Students will gain an understanding of design theories and practices related to production in all areas of graphic design for traditional and emerging digital media. Upon completion of the program, students will have advanced craft, theory, process, and technical skills and the ability to produce thoughtful and informed work in such areas as institutional branding and identity, new media, web development and interactivity, product design, package design, publication design, advertising, illustration, signage and exhibition design, sustainability, spirituality, or social change.
Course Instruction Responsibilities:Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.Increase student course engagement by providing a positive and regular presence within the course (at least four days per week for online courses) by engaging students through course activities and ongoing availability to provide student support.Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, within the Learning Management System, typically within five business days of the assessments’ due dates.Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.Perform other job-related duties as assigned.Follow the university and academic unit’s policies and procedures.Qualifications:
Education Required: Completion of BFA in Graphic Design or Art History from an accredited institution, plus a minimum of 3 years professional experience in print or web design.Education Preferred: Completion of MFA, or MDes in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Visual Communication Design, Art History, or equivalent from an accredited institution.Experience Required: A minimum of 3 years professional experience, experience working in a Mac-based lab environment, demonstrated ability to showcase a portfolio of work, demonstrated motivation to serve students from all backgrounds and educational experiences, demonstrated ability and motivation to work with diverse populations in a professional and personable manner, demonstrated ability to anticipate and respond to new trends in the discipline with new curriculum and teaching practices.Supplemental Information:
It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence
victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation.The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.Promise to Students – Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation. Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound. Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger - cleininger@csp.edu, with any questions
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Faculty at Concordia University, St. Paul work as members of an academic team of full and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high-quality instruction to students. Faculty are expected to demonstrate innovation and excellence in course instruction, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and support the Christian mission of the university. With students at the center of the university’s mission, delivering a high-quality student experience is a top priority of the Concordia learning community.Course Description: We are looking to develop teaching rosters for several courses .Modality: Face-to-FaceClass Dates/Times: TBD# of Credits: 3 CreditsS
ome course examples are below:Digital Methods: Production and Form (focuses on Adobe programs, production, and associated terminology)Graphic Design 1: (Intro to Design Principles, Programs, and Practice! Hand and Digital) Graphic Design 2 (Style, Series, Intro to Systems)Program/College:
The Graphic Design program is designed to prepare students for creative professions like graphic design and other communications-related fields that rely on visual imagery. Students will gain an understanding of design theories and practices related to production in all areas of graphic design for traditional and emerging digital media. Upon completion of the program, students will have advanced craft, theory, process, and technical skills and the ability to produce thoughtful and informed work in such areas as institutional branding and identity, new media, web development and interactivity, product design, package design, publication design, advertising, illustration, signage and exhibition design, sustainability, spirituality, or social change.
Course Instruction Responsibilities:Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.Increase student course engagement by providing a positive and regular presence within the course (at least four days per week for online courses) by engaging students through course activities and ongoing availability to provide student support.Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, within the Learning Management System, typically within five business days of the assessments’ due dates.Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.Perform other job-related duties as assigned.Follow the university and academic unit’s policies and procedures.Qualifications:
Education Required: Completion of BFA in Graphic Design or Art History from an accredited institution, plus a minimum of 3 years professional experience in print or web design.Education Preferred: Completion of MFA, or MDes in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Visual Communication Design, Art History, or equivalent from an accredited institution.Experience Required: A minimum of 3 years professional experience, experience working in a Mac-based lab environment, demonstrated ability to showcase a portfolio of work, demonstrated motivation to serve students from all backgrounds and educational experiences, demonstrated ability and motivation to work with diverse populations in a professional and personable manner, demonstrated ability to anticipate and respond to new trends in the discipline with new curriculum and teaching practices.Supplemental Information:
It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence
victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation.The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.Promise to Students – Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation. Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound. Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger - cleininger@csp.edu, with any questions
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