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Society for Technical Communication is hiring: Instructor Pool Graphic Design an

Society for Technical Communication
Berkeley, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025

Instructor Pool Graphic Design and Motion Design UC Berkeley Extension

Position overview

Salary range : A reasonable estimate for this position is $1,200 - $4,000 per course, or $150 - $175 / student for an asynchronous online course. Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time : Part-time temporary appointments are offered by agreement on a course-by-course basis. Compensation may be shared among co-instructors depending upon the percentage of course content that each co-instructor teaches.

Anticipated start : Some appointments may begin as early as the summer semester.

Review timeline : Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this pool does not guarantee that a position is available.

Position duration : Appointment length is based upon course section schedule(s). Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.

Application Window

Open date : January 2, 2025

Next review date : Thursday, Jan 16, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date : Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Job Type

Academic - Non-Tenure Track

Job Summary

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified instructors to teach online courses in Graphic Design and Motion Design. The pool will remain in place for one calendar year; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply. The number of these positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the department.

Courses are offered online. Online instruction is delivered through live lectures (Zoom) and through our learning management system (Canvas). Most live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).

General Duties

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and / or teaching knowledge in the following course subjects :

Graphic Design

  • Adobe Firefly
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Advertising Design
  • Art Direction
  • Branding
  • Digital Advertising
  • Editorial Design (digital layouts for ePubs)
  • Environmental Graphic Design
  • Integrated Design
  • Package Design
  • Typography (Print / Web / Digital)
  • Visual Design Principles
  • Web Design with HTML5 and CSS3 / JavaScript / GitHub
  • Other Graphic Design Related Topics (specify in your cover letter)

Motion Design

  • 2D Animation
  • 3D Animation & 3D Drawing
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Animate
  • Adobe Audition
  • Adobe Firefly
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premier Pro
  • Adobe Rush
  • Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cinema 4D
  • Cinematic Techniques
  • Explainer Videos (2D motion graphics, Illustrator, character design and animation)
  • Processing Programming Language (Generative Art and Design)
  • Rotoscoping (digital and analog)
  • Social Media integration (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Vimeo)
  • Sound Effects (integration of music and voice-over with character animation)
  • Tablet Drawing
  • Title Sequence (movie titles)
  • Visual Effects (modeling techniques, texturing, lighting and rendering)
  • Other Motion Design Related Topics (specify in your cover letter)
  • Instructor duties include but are not limited to :

  • Complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Berkeley.
  • Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including : updating and submitting syllabi using approved syllabus template; communicating required texts and materials; communicating classroom technology and support needs.
  • Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the syllabus, curriculum and course materials. May be based upon programmatic and / or student feedback.
  • Prepare and deliver course materials, lectures / presentations, and design learning assessments.
  • Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
  • Stay current within the subject, discipline or field of practice.
  • Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum.
  • Utilize course support platforms, including the Canvas Learning Management System and Zoom Pro (as applicable).
  • Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline / explain the grading policies for the course.
  • Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
  • Employ culturally competent and inclusive teaching methodologies in the classroom (including teaching non-native speakers and / or students with academic letters of accommodations for disabilities).
  • Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades.
  • Post final student grades to the transcript system within two weeks of course completion.
  • Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with the Program Director as needed.
  • Retain student records according to University policies.
  • Qualifications

    Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
  • Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

  • All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online.
  • For those who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a legal permit that allows work in the United States (such as a US visa that allows employment) is required by the start date of the position.
  • Preferred qualifications

  • Advanced degree in design preferred.
  • 5 or more years of professional work experience in graphic, visual or communication design, art direction, motion design, motion graphics, animation, video production / editing, filmmaking, marketing or multimedia.
  • Knowledge of artificial intelligence and its integration with design.
  • Teaching, training or coaching experience in the course subject, within a U.S. corporate environment, or at a U.S. college / university institution.
  • Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures / presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
  • Experience writing technical content and project specs.
  • Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  • Effective verbal / written communication and presentation skills (English).
  • Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
  • Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as : Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture / presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc).
  • Application Requirements

    Document requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  • Cover Letter - In your cover letter, please include :
  • 1) the top 3 course subject(s) you are applying for within the Graphic Design or Motion Design disciplines;
  • 2) any other Graphic Design or Motion Design course subject(s) not previously listed;
  • 3) how your training and qualifications prepare you to teach the course subject(s);
  • 4) a link to your professional website that includes your Graphic Design and / or Motion Design portfolio with samples of your work; and

    5) a Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : Please include information about how your pedagogical approaches and classroom strategies contribute to an equitable and inclusive classroom environment. Alternatively, please include information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired to teach at Berkeley.

    Reference requirements

  • References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists.
  • Apply link :

    Help contact : extension-jobs@berkeley.edu

    About UC Berkeley

    UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).

    The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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