Adjunct-Instructor, Graphic Design - Visual Design for the Web
Inside Higher Ed, Branchburg Township, New Jersey, United States
Overview
Department:
Arts & Design
Locations:
Branchburg, NJ
Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) is ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey. RVCC serves Somerset and Hunterdon County residents with more than 50 years of academic and cultural programming. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For more information, visit www.raritanval.edu.
The College has a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students. RVCC is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse student population.
Position : Adjunct-Part Time - Visual Design for Web in the Arts & Design Department.
Responsibilities
Teach Visual Design for the Web within the Graphic & Interactive Design Program. This 4-hour course is typically taken by students during the third semester of the program’s curriculum and covers concepts and techniques of art making for the web and other interactive media environments and devices.
Address design fundamentals such as color, typography, imagery and composition; have students create original web sites and screen-based content; introduce content management systems, streaming media, sound and video for the web, and designing for social platforms.
Provide individual and group critiques, offering constructive feedback to enhance students’ understanding and application of the design process.
Remain current on trends in contemporary graphic design, pedagogy, and related topics as they pertain to teaching design at the college level.
Collaborate with Arts & Design colleagues to contribute to program advancement, including participation in the biennial Faculty Exhibition and annual Student Art Exhibition.
Provide academic advisement and support to students, including portfolio development, transfer opportunities, exhibition opportunities, and career guidance.
Qualifications
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in a related field (or equivalent professional experience) is required.
Minimum of two years of college-level teaching experience with a record of effective instruction and student engagement.
Mastery in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign and other collaborative web applications and platforms such as Adobe XD, Figma, Framer, Click Up, etc.
Demonstrated expertise in Graphic Design, especially web-based design solutions, with a strong portfolio showcasing technical proficiency and professional work.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively connect with a diverse student population.
Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
Application Instructions As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
RVCC\'s starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. To review eligible health, wellness and benefits offered, visit: https://www.raritanval.edu/general-information/human-resources
For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.
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Arts & Design
Locations:
Branchburg, NJ
Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) is ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey. RVCC serves Somerset and Hunterdon County residents with more than 50 years of academic and cultural programming. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For more information, visit www.raritanval.edu.
The College has a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students. RVCC is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse student population.
Position : Adjunct-Part Time - Visual Design for Web in the Arts & Design Department.
Responsibilities
Teach Visual Design for the Web within the Graphic & Interactive Design Program. This 4-hour course is typically taken by students during the third semester of the program’s curriculum and covers concepts and techniques of art making for the web and other interactive media environments and devices.
Address design fundamentals such as color, typography, imagery and composition; have students create original web sites and screen-based content; introduce content management systems, streaming media, sound and video for the web, and designing for social platforms.
Provide individual and group critiques, offering constructive feedback to enhance students’ understanding and application of the design process.
Remain current on trends in contemporary graphic design, pedagogy, and related topics as they pertain to teaching design at the college level.
Collaborate with Arts & Design colleagues to contribute to program advancement, including participation in the biennial Faculty Exhibition and annual Student Art Exhibition.
Provide academic advisement and support to students, including portfolio development, transfer opportunities, exhibition opportunities, and career guidance.
Qualifications
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in a related field (or equivalent professional experience) is required.
Minimum of two years of college-level teaching experience with a record of effective instruction and student engagement.
Mastery in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign and other collaborative web applications and platforms such as Adobe XD, Figma, Framer, Click Up, etc.
Demonstrated expertise in Graphic Design, especially web-based design solutions, with a strong portfolio showcasing technical proficiency and professional work.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively connect with a diverse student population.
Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
Application Instructions As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
RVCC\'s starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. To review eligible health, wellness and benefits offered, visit: https://www.raritanval.edu/general-information/human-resources
For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.
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