Assistant Professor of Graphic Design
- Drake University
- Drake University
- Sep 26, 2022
Job Description
The Department of Art & Design at Drake University is excited to launch a search for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Graphic Design, starting in the fall of 2023. We are searching for the right person to join our small, collegial department committed to excellence in teaching and innovative pedagogy. We are interested in expanding the idea of design (broadly defined), as well as partnering with community organizations to support undergraduate students (including non-majors) in developing a critical understanding of and appreciation for the role of design in everyday life.
We seek a new colleague with passion and expertise in print and interactive design or adjacent fields, with an understanding of design history and practices. A design educator with a passion for student success and the ability to incorporate their practice and process of design with their pedagogy. More about our department can be found at https://www.drake.edu/art-design/.
As students move through our program they build on their liberal arts education, gaining skills in critical thinking and analysis, and in problem-based learning, through discussions, seminars, and hands-on experiences in art and design studios. Our Program’s size allows us to provide encouragement and support for meaningful service and collaborative opportunities off-campus with community partners through the Office of Community Engaged Learning & Service as well as on-campus with faculty in Computer Science and the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. To see current community based projects across campus please visit: https://drake.edu/dugood
Our Community: Drake values diversity, equity, and inclusion and we are committed to hiring faculty who share these values. We serve an increasingly diverse student body and seek to enhance the diversity of our faculty ranks. More specifically, we seek candidates for this position who have experience working with students from a diverse background and have a demonstrated commitment to inclusive learning. For more information on Drake University's work environment, employee benefits, and faculty development opportunities please visit http://www.drake.edu/hr/.
Our City: Drake University is located in the beautiful, mid-sized city of Des Moines, Iowa. The Des Moines metro offers numerous festivals and cultural celebrations; a selection of museums and theaters; parks and miles of walking/biking trails; and a surprising food scene. To learn more about the area check out https://www.catchdesmoines.com/.
Salary is competitive with peer schools and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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Salary
The Department of Art and Design at Drake University is seeking candidates for a full-time, 9-month, Visiting Assistant Professor of Graphic Design position to begin in the fall of 2022. Art & Design is a nimble department within the liberal arts curriculum of the College of Art and Sciences at Drake University. We maintain a size that allows us to provide students with personalized experiences. From classwork to mentoring to internships, we guide students to incorporate their interests and values into their education and career goals.
As students move through our program they build on their liberal arts education, gaining skills in critical thinking and analysis, and in problem-based learning, through discussions, seminars, and hands-on experiences in art and design studios. Our courses are designed to encourage curiosity and enhance responsible artistic engagement, involving students in collaborative projects with campus and community organizations and with Drake University’s Anderson Gallery.
Position: Our search committee seeks a designer/design educator with a broad knowledge of social and cultural awareness that drives or is incorporated into their practice and process of design with an innovative approach to visual communication. A designer/design educator with a passion for student success and a strong understanding of design's role in society.
Salary is competitive with peer schools and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities: Candidate will teach 3 undergraduate classes per semester including but not limited to typography, design fundamentals, and interactive courses.
Required Qualifications:
- M.F.A. in Graphic Design or other relevant terminal degree (MDes, MAxGD, etc.)in a design discipline
- Proficiency in Adobe CC with expertise in Ps, Ai, Id, Xd, and Dw
- Strong understanding of typography, design fundamentals, and design processes
- Demonstrated ability in UX/UI and or coding (html, css, javascript, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Teaching experience or evidence of teaching potential
- 1-5 years of professional graphic design experience
All applicants must apply on-line through Hire Touch at https://drake.hiretouch.com/ and submit the following documents:
1) Letter of application
2) Curriculum vita
3) Teaching philosophy
4) DEI statement
5) Sample syllabi if available,
6) List of 3 references with contact information,
7) PDF portfolio with examples of personal/professional work
8) PDF portfolio with examples of students' work, if applicable.
Selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate’s scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate’s satisfactory passing a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview.
Email inquiries to: Neil Ward, neil.ward@drake.edu. NO email submissions. Formal review of applications begins April 1, 2022. To be assured of full consideration applications should be completed by this date. Position is open until filled.
For further information on the Department of Art & Design, see https://www.drake.edu/art-design/Information about Drake University's work environment, employee benefits, faculty development opportunities, and the greater Des Moines area can be accessed at http://www.drake.edu/hr/
Drake University is an equal-opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
Application Information
Contact: Neil Ward
Art and Design
Drake University
Phone: 515-271-2863
Online App. Form: https://drake.HireTouch.com