Drawing for the Visual Arts- Adjunct Faculty- Traditional Ground - College of Ar

Overview

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona.

The College of Arts and Media offers exciting opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at our Phoenix campus.

Benefits

• Education Benefits and Tuition Assistance
• 401(k)
• Employee Perks and Discounts
• Gym and Fitness Center
• Canyon Health & Wellness Center

Campus Details

• GCU Traditional Campus located in Phoenix, AZ
• Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Spring 2026 semester (01/05/2026 - 04/26/2026)

Course: Drawing for the Visual Arts

Drawing, sketching, conceptualization for clients, and preparing storyboards are essential communication skills in a visual world. This introductory drawing course teaches students about rendering spatial relationships, perspective, light, shadow, texture, and forms. This foundational course includes still life, gesture, and perspective drawing as well as lectures, critiques, and discussions. This course does not require that students have an art background. All types of aspiring artists will benefit from the fundamental and techniques taught in this class. Students will provide drawing supplies and paper along with a portfolio to carry them.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions while incorporating innovative teaching strategies.
• Engage students in cutting-edge technologies and industry trends.
• Assess student performance and mentor classroom success to prepare them for their chosen career path.
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

What You Will Bring (Qualifications)

• Minimum: Bachelors with Drawing coursework
• • industry experience
  • approval by Dean or 2 years University instruction experience
• Preferred: Masters or other terminal degree AND 2 years University instruction experience

Application Instructions

Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:

• Your unofficial transcript for any applicable conferred graduate degrees

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