Journalism Adjunct Professor - Graphic Production & Design

The University of La Verne is seeking a part-time Journalism Adjunct Professor to teach Graphic Production Processes and Design for Publications. The course runs for 16 weeks, starting August 22, with classes scheduled on Wednesdays from 6:50 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. It may be taught in-person or remotely, depending on state or county mandates. Candidates should have a Master's in Fine Arts and experience in graphic design and higher education.
Division Provost Major Department College of Arts and Sciences Department Communications Department Location La Verne Main Campus University Overview Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

If you’re passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!

The Journalism program in the Department of Communications at the University of La Verne (30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles) has an * immediate opening * for a part-time adjunct instructor/professor to teach Graphic Production Processes and Design for Publications in the Fall. The 16-week semester begins on August 22.

Course Description:

The course is scheduled for 6:50 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, and it will be taught live in person (or “hybrid” in person and online) or remotely if required by state or county mandates.

This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of graphic design: composition, typography, color and branding systems. It will introduce them to software and project planning tools in order to learn how communicate visually.

Course Objectives:
• To define components of visual communication.
• To introduce the principles and practices of visual communication.
• To plan and diagram all components of a visual communication project.
• To explore the effective uses, applications and technical issues of media for effective

communication.
• To introduce and utilize several software and hardware tools for visual communication.
• To apply the skills and capabilities learned to create and present a coordinated, branded project.

Under the direction of the Program Chair:
• Develop and Maintain Syllabus Materials: The adjunct professor is responsible for selecting and compiling tests, assignments and/or online discussion exercises.
• Facilitate Class Instruction: The adjunct professor is responsible for teaching the assigned course in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines.
• Evaluate Student Performance: The adjunct professor is expected to administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All course grades will be posted on the Blackboard Grade Center.

Required Qualifications

Master’s in Fine Arts Degree
Experience in Graphic Design
Teaching in Higher Education Experience

Preferred Qualifications Benefits Summary

Below is a list of benefits and perks offered to Adjunct Faculty:
• Benefit Hub (discount perks)
• Free Parking
• Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
• Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
• 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
• Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)
• Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory Voluntary Contribution at

anytime
• Medical (must meet hours)
• Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Hiring Pay Rate

Hiring Salary Per Hiring Rank:

Adjunct Instructor (no terminal degree): $27.04

Adjunct Professor (with terminal degree): $28.08

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

AF074P

Job Open Date

07/27/2020

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please upload your resume, CV and transcripts.

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