What are the responsibilities and job description for the University Faculty Graphic Design position at Weber State University?
Job DescriptionThe Department of Visual Art and Design [DOVAD] at Weber State University seeks a talented educator / professional designer to join our design program as a full-time tenure-track University Faculty of Graphic Design with an emphasis in web,interaction and experience design,at the assistant professor level,to begin July 1,2025.DOVAD values the examination of the world through the multitude of cultural discourses that inform pedagogy,scholarship,and collaboration with university,industry,and local and regional communities. We seek a faculty member with a forward-looking vision and approach to design,excellent design skills,and a strong professional record of industry experience that can contribute to expanding the areas of expertise within our department,and extend departmental connections beyond the university. We welcome applications by candidates who have experience working with a wide variety of students and community populations.Weber State University is a dual-mission institution,providing associate,baccalaureate,and master s degree programs in liberal arts,sciences,and technical and professional fields.Program InformationThe design area within the Department of Visual Arts and Design (DOVAD) at Weber State University offers a BFA in graphic design that includes the study of design thinking,principles,theory,and practices,with courses including typography and publication design,web design,interaction design,and the history of design. We recognize that the field of design is expanding,with increasing emphasis on interaction,new content structures,human-centered communication strategies,and emerging platforms. Graphic design is an integral part of DOVAD s academic offerings,which also include BFA and BA degrees in art,art education,and a minor in art history. In addition to teaching,design faculty advise and mentor students in AIGA and other professional activities and reviews.Faculty are eligible for research and professional development grants at the college and university levels. There is also the opportunity to collaborate with the newly established Matthew S. Browning Center for Design. Weber State is an Adobe Campus,which means Faculty,staff,and students have access to the Digital District which provides coordinated teaching and learning spaces equipped with innovative technology,tools,and support services. DOVAD has a well-equipped Digital Lab for large-scale printing and digital illustrations.
