Northern Kentucky University is hiring: Part-time Instructor in Photography in H

Overview

The Art & Design program in the School of the Arts (SOTA) at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) invites applications for a part-time instructor in Photography. The Photography area offers a media-diverse approach that emphasizes both technical skills and conceptual development. The program offers a BS or BFA in Photography, as well as BA and BFA degrees in Studio Arts and Visual Communication Design where photography is an integral part of the curriculum. The position will begin in Fall 2024. A successful candidate should be knowledgeable and proficient in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, advanced digital camera control, digital file management, and be able to converse in and with a variety of contemporary methods of current commercial and fine art photography.

About SOTA

The Art & Design, Music, and Theatre & Dance programs make up the School of the Arts within the College of Arts and Sciences at NKU. SOTA provides hands-on, professional training for aspiring artists and designers. The program has 17 full-time faculty and 4 full-time staff and emphasizes a comprehensive, studio-based approach.

About NKU

Established in 1968, NKU is a 15,000-student metropolitan university located seven miles from downtown Cincinnati. NKU is committed to active engagement with the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati region and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including those who contribute to the diversity of the academic community.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities are to teach photography courses in the Art & Design Photography program in SOTA. We aim to cultivate the next generation of creative visionaries through a personalized education rooted in principles, exploration, and professional pragmatism. The photography area at NKU prepares students for diverse career paths, including graduate studies, wildlife photography, running a photography studio, touring photojournalism in the music industry, or pursuing work as an emerging New York artist. Additional responsibilities include student mentoring, studio management, and providing direction for advancing the University’s strategic priorities of inclusive excellence, student retention, and graduation. The photography area includes a teaching lab with Apple iMac computers, a dual-bay studio with Profoto lighting, a range of Canon and Nikon lenses, mobile lighting kits, tripods, and Cintiq input tablets. The print lab supports art and design students with printers capable of output from 4x6 inches to large formats. From capture to print, the area provides resources to help students realize their creative vision.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include an MFA in Photography or its equivalent, an active professional practice in photography, demonstrated knowledge of photography and digital techniques, and a commitment to fostering a learning environment inclusive of diverse backgrounds and cross-cultural perspectives.

Required Technical Qualifications:

• Proven ability to thoroughly teach Adobe Lightroom Classic for image importing/exporting and processing
• Proven ability to teach Introduction to Photography with DSLR cameras; strong understanding of basic/advanced digital camera control and operation, lens function, and introductory digital capture equipment
• Proven ability to teach file management via SD/CF cards, external hard drives, and other storage
• Proven ability to teach practices in file management for digital output via Epson inkjet printers
• Proven ability to teach introductory photography courses in a Mac lab

Strongly Preferred:

• Proven ability to teach all levels of photography (Introductory to Advanced)
• Proven ability to teach Adobe Photoshop
• Proven ability to effectively utilize Canvas Learning Management System for student instruction
• Work and/or teaching experience in a digital printing lab (Epson Inkjet printers)
• Work and/or teaching experience in studio lighting
• Strong skills related to SSD formatting, file management, color managed printing workflows

College-level teaching experience is preferred.

Applicants should clearly demonstrate strengths and technical experience in the afore-mentioned areas of expertise. To apply, submit the following items electronically:

1. Cover Letter
2. CV
3. Names and contact information of 3 references
4. Diversity Statement
5. Artist Statement / Research Interests
6. Portfolio of Professional Work (20 images with descriptions)
7. Teaching Philosophy
8. Portfolio of Student Work (20 images with descriptions)

Portfolio of Professional Work and Portfolio of Example Student Work may be linked or submitted as PDFs (9MB maximum for each item).

The diversity statement should offer insight into the candidate's perspective concerning diversity, inclusion, and social justice. In line with NKU policy, demographic information is collected through the application process and remains confidential.

Any candidate offered a position will undergo a pre-employment criminal background check. For questions about the website, contact Human Resources at jobs@nku.edu.

Questions regarding the nature of the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Brad McCombs, Art & Design Program Head, via email: mccombsr1@nku.edu.

Preferred application deadline is June 15, 2024. The posting will remain open until filled.

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Preferred Education

MFA

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number: 2024F726

Job Open Date: 04/23/2024

Job Close Date: (not specified)

Quick Link: https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/13937

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