What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Faculty: Fine Arts position at University of Maine?
The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) Studio Arts Department invites applications for a Part-Time Faculty position in Graphic Design within our undergraduate Fine Arts department. This role is specifically tailored for an educator passionate about graphic design and digital media who can deliver high-quality instruction in person and develop and deliver an online studio curriculum. The ideal candidate will possess creative skills, technical proficiency across industry-aligned tools, and a commitment to fostering the next generation of graphic design professionals in a virtual learning environment.
The selected candidate will be required to teach in the Spring 2025 Semester.
This position is remote for Spring 2025 semester and will then transition to on-campus for Fall 2025.
Required Qualifications
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) or Graduate Certificate in Graphic Design or a closely related discipline (or currently enrolled in an accredited program).
- Experience in teaching graphic design courses to adult learners, particularly in online or hybrid formats.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design, digital media, and visual communication expertise.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud software, accessible free/low-cost alternatives
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage students
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
Salary is per credit hour and commensurate with qualifications and previous experience, in accordance with the PATFA contract.
How to apply:
Materials must be submitted via "Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page at http://umpi.careers.maine.edu/ .
You will be required to create an applicant profile and application. In addition, you must upload the following:
- Cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position with specific reference to the qualifications outlined above; including an indication of which subject(s) you believe you could teach
- Curriculum vitae (preferred) or résumé
- Transcript for highest degree earned
Important items to know about the recruitment process:
- Review of applications will begin immediately.
- University is not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship support.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Materials received after the application deadline will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
- Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of references.
- A background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
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Further information about the University of Maine at Presque Isle can be found at https://www.umpi.edu/
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