Adjunct Lecturer of Studio Art Job at Kentucky College of Art and Design, Inc. i

KyCAD would like to announce a new position in the capacity of Adjunct Lecturer of Studio Art for a three-week course taking place April 21, 2025 - May 9, 2025, Session 6 (Monday - Thursday, 9am-12:30pm AND 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm). This position is open to internal and external applications.

Position Description:

Under the direction of the Dean/VPAA, the Adjunct Lecturer would have the opportunity to instruct STU 341: Digital Time-Based Media, Video I as a studio art elective.

Compensation:

Salary: $4,000 per 3 credit course

Course Description:

• STU 341: Digital Time-Based Media, Video I
• 3 credits

Students will learn digital video capture by shooting projects on digital video cameras. This course will introduce students to the basic skills of high-definition video production and electronic moving images: video camera work and digital non-linear editing. Screenings and readings will expose students to the history of video art, as well as various ways moving images are used in fine arts and the cinema.

Prerequisite: FOUN 110, 120, 130, 131, 140, and 141, or instructor approval.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and teach to the objectives of the approved curriculum.
• Submit syllabi and other instructional materials in a timely manner.
• Maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate the level of achievement, and assign grades for the program.
• Complete an end-of-term art assessment form for the course.
• Maintain regular communication with students and, when appropriate, use the Academic Alert notification process.
• Assess student work in a timely manner and submit course grades by the posted deadline.
• Incorporate inclusive and effective teaching methods/styles that support successful learning appropriate to a diverse student population.
• Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.
• Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
• Develop and maintain healthy and positive working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and administration.
• Embrace and enhance the college's culture to help ensure continued engagement, motivation, and drive.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master of Fine Arts Degree in Film or Digital Time-Based Media or Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate course credit hours in film, and/or video, and/or digital time-based media.
• Preferred teaching experience: 3 years.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Evidence of teaching ability, curricular development, and scholarship.
• Sensitivity and ability to successfully interact with diverse populations.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position will be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by KyCAD Human Capital Management. These screenings may include a national background check. The candidate will also be required to complete Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) online training.

Application Process:

Those who are interested in applying for this position will need to submit the following through our applicant portal at https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/kycad/jobs

• A Letter of Interest that addresses professional background, qualifications, and KyCAD's mission and vision.
• Full Curriculum Vitae.
• Unofficial transcript(s).
• Contact name, phone number and email information for three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation to apply for a position with the Kentucky College of Art + Design or have additional questions regarding this position, please contact Human Capital Management at hcm@kycad.org.

About KyCAD:

Founded in 2009, The Kentucky College of Art + Design is proud of its success. Core values and principles have helped to shape the institution and our work toward a mission to provide a transformational experience for our students.

As a new independent and licensed college offering a BFA in studio art, we are the only four-year, independent college of Art and Design in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Please visit our website at https://www.kycad.org/ for more information about the College's history, mission, vision, and interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning for art and design.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement (DEIB)

At the Kentucky College of Art + Design we value, appreciate, and respect the diversity of our faculty, staff, trustees, volunteers, and the students we are so privileged to serve. We work to maintain an inclusive environment at the heart of our campus. Our community understands and reflects the inherent dignity of the human person and respects all individuals accordingly.

Our culture of respect encompasses inclusion. We integrate the diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and skills inherent in every person to help us live our values, meet our organizational goals, and provide a pathway to a creative and productive life through an undergraduate education in the contemporary arts.