Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor

Albany Technical College is hiring a part-time Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor to help deliver instruction for students in the Design & Media Production Technology program. This is an onsite role in Albany, GA, supporting both in-person and online course delivery as assigned, with work hours capped at 29 per week.

What you’ll do

• Instruct Design & Media Production Technology students in Graphic Design under general supervision.
• Prepare, plan, and deliver instruction for the Design and Media Production Technology program.
• Develop program syllabi.
• Evaluate student progress toward course goals and objectives.
• Request and maintain supplies and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain required documentation and administrative reports.
• Attend staff development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Support a learning environment that meets safety and security requirements.
• Meet with students, staff, and other educators to address instructional program needs and related issues.
• Contribute to the overall success of the college and its students.

What you bring

• An Associate’s Degree in graphic design or a related teaching discipline, with verifiable academic credentials, qualifications, or competencies appropriate for the assigned course content.
• Two (2) years in-field experience within the last seven (7) years, preferably as a graphic designer, with a portfolio of recent work using Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud (CC), along with appropriate diplomacy and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Schedule may include day, evening, and/or online courses as assigned, with ability to work a flexible schedule and travel within the Service Delivery Area.
• Ability to perform tasks in an office or classroom/lab setting, including intermittent sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling for up to three to four (3-4) continuous hours.
• Ability to lift lightweight objects up to 25 LBS, with possible exposure in labs to dirt, dust, chemicals, fumes, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to distinguish colors and use finger dexterity; hand and finger motion may be needed for data entry.

Tools you’ll use

• Microsoft (MS) Office Suite
• Adobe Creative Cloud (CC)
• Blackboard

Schedule and salary

This is a part-time position and does not include insurance benefits. Work hours will not exceed 29 per week. Salary is commensurate with education and work experience.

Minimum and preferred qualifications

Minimum qualifications are determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies, and faculty must be credentialed for the course assigned.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related teaching discipline, three (3) to five (5) years in-field experience within the last seven (7) years, and prior post-secondary teaching experience with Blackboard or other online learning management systems.

Apply

• The position remains open until filled.
• Complete the application packet online via Team Georgia Careers.
• Upload a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts as part of the application.
• Official transcripts are required upon employment.
• Pre-employment criminal background investigation and education and employer/professional reference checks are required.
• Some positions may require additional screening such as a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, fingerprinting, and/or a drug screen.
• All male applicants ages 18 to 26 must present proof of Selective Service Registration.

Equal opportunity

The State of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories. Reasonable accommodation may be requested during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.