Lecturer, Graphic Design

Detailed Job Description

The School of Design in the College of Art and Design at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applicants to apply for a Lecturer position to teach in the Graphic Design undergraduate program. The School of Design focuses on developing strong conceptual and formal visual communication skills. Expectations include teaching 4 classes a term that include undergraduate studio and lecture courses; participating in innovative teaching and curriculum development; rendering service to the school, college and university; career advising and mentoring undergraduate students; and participating in professional organizations important to the field of graphic design.

We are seeking candidates that are well-rounded designers who understand current and emerging trends in graphic design education and contemporary practice such as: Branding, Experiential Design, Information Design, Interactive Design, Motion Design, Packaging Design, Systems Design, Typography, and UX/UI. Candidates should be qualified to teach throughout the curriculum and on all levels. We are seeking candidates who are team-oriented and collaborative. Ideal candidates will possess the ability to provide leadership and vision in integrating emerging media applications into the Graphic Design curriculum.

We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student-centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values and honor code.

To attract and retain an excellent and innovative faculty, RIT offers a number of programs and professional development opportunities to help faculty succeed from our onboarding and orientation on through to the tenure and promotion process.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• MFA/MA in Graphic Design or a graduate degree in a related field of study
• Minimum of two years full-time professional experience in graphic design and/or a related design field
• Teaching experience at the university level (may include: college-level adjunct or teaching assistant experience)
• Demonstrated a fluency in practice areas, such as Typography, Information Design, Experiential Design, Systems Design, Interactive Design, Web Design, Motion Design, Packaging Design, etc.
• Possess a solid understanding of software and ability to teach the necessary skills (Adobe, Figma, AI tools, etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency in graphic design theory and practice
• Demonstrated an expertise in graphic design across traditional and emerging medias
• Effective verbal and written communication skills