University of South Carolina is hiring: Instructor Graphic Design and Illustrati

Instructor Graphic Design and Illustration

Advertised Title Instructor Graphic Design and Illustration

Campus

Campus Columbia

College/Division

College/Division College of Arts and Sciences

Department

Department CAS School of Visual Art and Design

Advertised Salary Range

Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 40

Position Category

Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis

Basis 9 months

Work County

Tenure Information Professional Track

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Faculty

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Posting Summary Logo Posting Number FAC00157PO24 Advertised Title Instructor Graphic Design and Illustration Campus Columbia College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS School of Visual Art and Design Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Richland Tenure Information Professional Track Job Search Category Faculty About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Position Description Advertised Job Summary The faculty of the School of Visual Art and Design at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a full time, professional-track position at the rank of Instructor to begin August 16, 2025. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load per academic year and is an annual 9-month renewable appointment contingent upon Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and availability of funding.

About the Graphic Design + Illustration program The Graphic Design + Illustration (GD+I) program is a concentration of the Studio Art BFA in the School of Visual Art and Design. Students undergo a portfolio review before admission into the program, pursue internships, and have a capstone experience before graduation. Students in the program regularly win awards and recognition with the American Advertising Federation, AIGA , Creative Quarterly, and more. The GD+I program has an engaged student body and five full-time faculty who teach courses in motion, interaction, interface and experience design, augmented reality, design with AI and machine learning, product and packaging design, typography, branding, systems, traditional illustration, drawing, and digital illustration. Designers and illustrators in our program understand the objects and interactions we create are part of larger systems and that we have responsibilities as message-makers. We lead with research and data to make informed solutions. For more information about the GD+I program, please visit http://www.bit.ly/uofsc_design

About the School of Visual Art and Design The School of Visual Art and Design, http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/art, employs 38 full-time faculty members who teach classes for approximately 650 majors in four disciplines: art education, art history, media arts, and studio art. The school, which is accredited with NASAD and NCATE , offers BA, BFA , MA, MAT , and MFA degrees. For more information about the School of Visual Art and Design visit our website at http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/art. Required Education and Experience Applicants must have a Master of Fine Arts ( MFA ) or Master of Design (MDes) in graphic design/illustration or closely related field, with expertise in the discipline of graphic design, and current design technology. The position duties include a course load of 4/4 with a focus on pedagogy in design education at the beginning and intermediate levels. Preferred Qualifications The successful candidate will be a designer and design educator who can: prepare students for success in their application to the BFA concentration in Design and Illustration; engage with discourses of historical and contemporary design, as well as design methods; maintain deep connection to current pedagogical practices; demonstrate strong interest in/commitment to an academic career and coursework that fosters an inclusive and accessible experience for all students. Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 08/16/2024 Job Open Date 09/05/2024 Job Close Date 06/10/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2025. The position is open until filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to the Chair of the search committee, Prof. Meena Khalili: MKHALILI@mailbox.sc.edu

Completed applications will include:
● A letter of application
● CV that includes URLs to relevant design artwork and/or design publication, and list of college level courses taught
● At least five samples of student design work ( PDF format or URL link), unless the applicant is seeking to transition from an industry career into academia
● Sample syllabi developed and taught by the candidate, unless the applicant is seeking to transition from an industry career into academia
● Names and contact information for three references; the search committee will request letters from referees of candidates who are selected as finalists. Reference letters must be signed and on letterhead

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166065 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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