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Media (Graphic) Arts Faculty

Maricopa Community College district, Phoenix, AZ, United States


Media (Graphic) Arts Faculty Job ID:

322234

Location:

Phoenix College

Full/Part Time:

Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Salary Range $51,774 - $99,672 annually, DOE

Work Calendar 9 Months

Job Summary The successful candidate will provide leadership and coordination for the Media Arts Area of Study while delivering high-quality instruction in Digital Media Arts, Graphic Design, Animation and Time‑Based Media, and Illustration and Sequential Art. In a student‑centered environment, the faculty member will actively engage in student recruitment, academic advising, foster inclusive and innovative learning experiences, and contribute continually to the excellence and vitality of the Art Program and the Visual & Performing Arts Department.

Essential Functions

Supervise and instruct students in Media Arts‑related courses for students planning to transfer to a university or directly enter the workforce, as well as community members seeking self‑enrichment opportunities.

Develop written syllabi, course outlines, and course materials.

Actively recruit and retain students for the Art Program.

Maintain office hours to assist and potentially advise students.

Minimum Qualifications

Five years of occupational experience in the field to be taught OR

Three years of occupational experience in the field to be taught and a Bachelor's degree or higher OR

A Master's degree or higher in the teaching field OR

A Master's degree or higher in any field with 18 graduate credits in the teaching field OR

A Master's degree or higher in any field with a combination of 24 upper‑division and/or graduate credits in the teaching field

Desired Qualifications

Three (3) or more years of documented professional experience with four (4) or more media arts‑related software programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat Pro, After Effects, Lightroom, Animate, Premiere Pro, or Blender.

Three (3) or more years of experience teaching Media Arts‑related courses at the collegiate level, specifically courses related to graphic design and animation.

Professional experience in a wide range of media disciplines such as graphic design, web design, animation, 3D printing, or illustration.

Demonstrated experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

Knowledge of the philosophy and principles of a Learning College.

One year of full‑time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two (2) years.

Special Working Conditions

MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visa.

Some evening and/or weekend teaching assignments and/or events may be required.

May have to lift, move, set up, and transport media arts-related equipment weighing over 40 lbs.

Benefits

Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time

20 Paid Observed Holidays

Company‑paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short‑Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer‑matching contributions

Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)

Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents

Annual Professional Development Funding

Flexible Work Schedules

District‑Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars

Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter

Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Sight‑On‑Site Eye Care Services

Mobile On‑Site Mammography Screenings

Pre‑Retirement Planning Events

Qualified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy. Contact information is available at the MCCCD website.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at the MCCCD website.

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