VISUAL ART, COMMUNICATION & DESIGN - Asst/Assoc Professor Visual Art Communication & Design

Job Classification

  Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)

Position summary

The Visual Art, Communication & Design programs seek an assistant or associate professor of digital communication with qualifications for teaching entry-level communication courses, photography, social media, podcasting, generative AI and ethics, and/or video content.  Professional experience that blends the relationship between communication studies, the visual arts, social media, and client-relations is strongly preferred.  In addition to teaching, this position advises students in course selection and major projects.

Qualifications summary

A Master's degree in Communication or related discipline. A terminal degree is preferred. Minimum of 3 years of university or industry experience, with a strong portfolio demonstrating a passion for communication and storytelling, with an emphasis on the visual arts.



Excellent interpersonal, writing and speaking skills.


Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Duties and responsibilities

• Teaches undergraduate students in various areas of digital communication for majors and general education students.


• Academically advises students and oversees undergraduate projects.


• Provides service to the department, college, and university on appropriate committees.


• Contributes to projects that promote and represent the programs and the university.

Supervisory responsibilities

May supervise student workers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in communication or related discipline; terminal degree preferred.


• Minimum of 3 years of education or industry experience, with a strong portfolio that demonstrates a passion for communication and storytelling, with an emphasis on the visual arts.


• Commitment to teamwork and collegiality.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, particular in mentoring students and guiding them through creative projects.


• Priority consideration given to candidates with university teaching experience.

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Technical competencies

• Functional with Word, Excel, and common platforms within the field.


• Ability to learn and utilize university platforms for communication, student information, and course management.


• Expertise in the use and maintenance of photography and video equipment and large-format printers preferred.

Interpersonal interactions

• Meets with prospective students and parents in person, on the phone, and via Zoom.


• Advises students and mentors student research, creative projects, and productions.


• Collaborates with colleagues on projects and initiatives across the university.


• Represents the programs and the university when requested.

Physical demands

A successful candidate will meet the physical demands described here as essential funtions of this job. The individual will stand for periods of time in front of a classroom of students. Sit and converse in an office setting. Work on a computer for long periods of time. The individual is required to communicate professionaly in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means.

Work environment

The work environment is primarily academic, involving classroom and studio instruction, and work within the faculty’s office. The noise level is low to moderate.