Lecturer - Digital Design Job at University of Colorado in Denver

Overview

Lecturer - Digital Design University of Colorado Denver

Lecturer - Digital Design-14099
Faculty

This posting will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers for the College of Arts & Media Visual Arts Department. Appointments are part-time (less than 50%) and will be made semester-by-semester. Positions are temporary, non-tenure track and may involve teaching no more than two courses per semester. This posting does not necessarily reflect a current open position.

Nature of Work

The department seeks candidates to join a pool for potential teaching assignments in the Digital Design program. Appointments will be made as needed; duties may include teaching courses from introductory to advanced levels of web design, UX and UI to undergraduate design students.

Support and Program Context

This position reports to the Visual Arts Department. The Digital Design program integrates aesthetic, creative, and critical thought with expertise in advanced electronic media, offering hands-on education that combines new art technologies and design concepts within a theoretical framework.

Examples of Work Performed

• Teach courses from introductory to advanced levels of web design, UX and UI to undergraduate design students.

Salary and Benefits

• The salary range for this position is established at $5,150 per 3-credit semester course.

The University provides a full benefits package. Information on benefits is available through Employee Services.

Background checks are conducted for all new employees. Employment eligibility verification is required by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request.

Diversity and Equity

The University is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. See the universitys diversity and equality statements for more information.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Broad knowledge of the history of art, contemporary art and design
• Knowledge of wireframing, UX, research and production techniques
• Ability to teach professional practices and approaches in design
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of marketing, branding and dissemination

Minimum Requirements

• MFA degree in design or advanced degree in a related field and minimum of three years of professional industry experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of conceptual and design-based principles as applied to professional practice and experimental design
• Excellent facility with graphic design applications such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Excellent typography skills
• 1 2 years professional experience in Interaction Design
• Ability to teach and work with a diverse student body

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 3 years teaching experience at the college level
• 3 5 years professional design experience
• Expertise in 3D motion and motion graphics
• Advanced skills in motion graphics, 3D, UX and UI Design
• Knowledge in human-centered information, experience and interactivity design
• Experience in project development, pitch development and branding
• Experience in ethnographic design research
• Scholarly or creative research focused on areas such as Motion Design, Broadcast Design, Game Design, Sensory Typography, Professional Practices, Design History, Environmental Design, Social Design and Activism, or Sensory Based Programming

Application Materials Required

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Applications

Applications are accepted electronically. Refer to requisition ID: 14099.

When applying

1. A letter of application addressing job requirements and qualifications

2. A current Resume/CV

3. Names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references

Please note that references are checked as part of the employment process. Do not submit application materials via email.

Job Details

• Job Category: Faculty

• Primary Location: Denver

• Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30120 - CAM-Visual Arts

• Schedule: Part-time

• Posting Date: Feb 12, 2021

• Unposting Date: Ongoing

• Posting Contact: Erin Hauger

• Posting Contact Email: erin.hauger@ucdenver.edu

• Position Number: 00618997

To apply, please visit: cu.taleo.net career section details.

Copyright and posting notes: This job posting was listed by Jobelephant and is not a Colorado state employee posting.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political philosophy, or political affiliation. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.