Part-Time Faculty in Graphic Design Job at Roosevelt University in Chicago

The Humanities Department seeks to hire adjunct faculty for the BA in Graphic Design program. Multiple positions are possible, teaching in-person and/or online classes at 3 locations; our Chicago campus, our University Center at Harper College in Palatine, and our McHenry County College University Center in Crystal Lake.In addition to teaching experience, applicants should possess strong graphic design skills, including the principles and elements of graphic design, color theory, typography, page layout, digital imaging and illustration, photography/video, and be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud software including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Proficiency with HTML / CSS and/or Motion Graphics (Adobe Animate and/or After Effects) is a plus.A master’s degree in graphic design is preferred, but candidates with a BFA or BA and commensurate experience in the field will be considered. Must have an online portfolio or other demonstration of professional work.Qualified candidates will be able to teach Graphic Design courses such as Typography, Digital Illustration and Imaging (Illustrator and Photoshop), Publication Design (InDesign), Web Design, Photography, Video, Packaging Design, Visual Identity and Branding, Business of Design, 2D Animation, UI/UX, etc.Please indicate in your application the campus or campuses where you could teach and the classes or subjects you could teach.Reflecting the ideals of its founders in 1945, Roosevelt University is a private, nonsectarian community of educators, scholars and learners committed to academic, creative and service excellence, who value differences in personal experiences and perspectives; ask difficult questions; and promote mutual understanding, inclusion, social consciousness and action toward social justice. Recognizing that difference broadens perspectives, Roosevelt University seeks and serves a diverse, promising student body from metropolitan Chicago and around the world. We invite you to contribute your talents to our community.Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Shana Anderson. Her office is in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, 204A. She can be reached at (312) 341-3761 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email hrquestions@roosevelt.edu.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Successful applicants will be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud software including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Proficiency with HTML / CSS and/or Motion Graphics (Adobe Animate and/or After Effects) is a plus. For classroom management, knowledge of and prior experience with the Blackboard Learning Management system is ideal.Years of Experience Required:Prior teaching experience (at least one year) is preferred but not required.Required Education:Bachelor's Degree.Certification/Licensure Required:Minimum Qualifications: Candidates with a BFA or BA and commensurate experience in the field will be considered. Must have an online portfolio or other demonstration of professional work.Preferred Qualifications:A master’s degree in graphic design is preferred, along with at least five years of professional experience in the field. Must have an online portfolio or other demonstration of professional work.Working Conditions:Normal climate-controlled office environment is provided. Job is largely sedentary, but there is a need to move about the office and buildings frequently. Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and/or pulling is required (typically less than 10 pounds). May be exposed to loud noise from instrument and voice practice rooms on-site.#J-18808-Ljbffr