Faculty, Graphic Design

Austin Community College4 months ago
Austin, TX, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

The Faculty, Graphic Design position at Austin Community College is responsible for preparing and delivering innovative coursework in Graphic and Visual Design. The role supports a multicultural student population using traditional, face-to-face, and distance learning modalities, and is an integral part of a dynamic Visual Communication Department committed to workforce education and student success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and teach courses in Graphic and Visual Design using a variety of engaging instructional strategies.
  • Participate in departmental governance including curriculum review, program assessment, and other academic activities.
  • Evaluate student progress, provide timely feedback, and serve as a mentor to support student success.
  • Utilize online learning management systems and industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma.
  • Engage in professional development and contribute to collegial decision-making and planning.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, or a related field accompanied by 3 years of non-teaching, industry-relevant work experience.
  • Three years of non-teaching work experience in the design industry, including direct design studio and client experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, or a related field with 3 years of non-teaching industry-relevant work experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Compensation: $64,427 - $96,197 (Based on a 10.5 month contract starting Fall 2026)
  • Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.
  • Engagement in a supportive, multicultural educational environment.

Required Skills

Client Communication
Adobe Creative Cloud
Distance Learning
Project Management
Teamwork
Figma
Instructional Design
Graphic Design