Lecturer Of Graphic And Interactive Design And Public Relations

Lecturer of Graphic and Interactive Design and Public Relations

Point Park University's School of Communication (SOC) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track, faculty lecturer position in Media Arts beginning August 2026.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and creative, industry and/or scholarly activities.

Responsibilities include teaching graphic and interactive design and public relations courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Point Park's collective bargaining agreement requires faculty members to teach three graduate classes or four undergraduate classes per semester. Additional coursework may include teaching in SOC's media arts core curriculum for Bachelor of Fine Arts programs. The successful candidate will also advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

The ideal candidate will provide evidence of excellent technical skills to instruct students in the use of industry standard software in advanced upper-level graphic design courses in emerging digital technologies including interactive media, graphic illustration, digital imaging, UI/UX design, web publishing and scripting, and application of technical skills including front-end web development. Preferred candidates must also have the ability to teach core courses in the advertising or public relations program. Experience teaching event planning and/or crisis communication courses a plus. Candidates are also expected to maintain an active understanding of current industry best practices and technology in graphic design and public relations. Preference will be given to candidates with a track record of success in working with diverse communities of student, colleagues, and clients.

The University offers opportunities for course releases for scholarly activity and service to the university.

Other responsibilities could include:

• recruiting and retaining students in the Arts and Graphic Design area.
• participating in SoC/Media Arts meetings and events.
• maintain regular office hours.
• work collaboratively and productively with faculty colleagues to meet the needs of our student body.

Qualifications

The lecturer of Graphic and Interactive Design and Public Relations will:

• Have an earned MFA in graphic design or media arts, an MBA, or an MA in Mass Communication or a related field.
• Have five years of professional work experience in graphic and interactive design or public relations in a design or artistic position.
• The ability to teach courses in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Branding, Typography, Professional Practices and Public Relations.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students

About Point Park University and the School of Communication

Located in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh, Point Park University is a vibrant and dynamic urban university with a strong liberal arts tradition. Founded in 1960, Point Park enrolls nearly 4,000 full-time and part-time students in more than 100 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.

SOC offers undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degrees in broadcasting, digital journalism, multimedia, public relations, advertising and social media, and sports communication. It also offers Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in graphic and interactive design and photography.

Application Procedure: Please upload a single PDF containing:

• Letter of application
• CV
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• List of three professional references with contact information
• Portfolio submission:
  • Include examples (Maximum 20) of creative and/or professional work. Portfolio should be submitted as a single PDF no larger than 150mb. Candidates may also include external links for time-based work as needed.
  • If available, include a portfolio of student work (maximum 20), minus identifying information. Portfolio should be submitted as a single PDF no larger than 150mb. Candidates may also include external links for time-based media as needed.

Review of applications will begin March 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, visit www.pointpark.edu. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience and based on the minimums set by the university's collective bargaining agreement.

Point Park is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, and/or LGBTQIA+ scholars.

Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States and not require employer sponsorship.