Adjunct Faculty Pool - Marketing Communications

Fashion Institute of Technology

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$88–$89 Per Hour
SKILLS
Adobe Product Family, Brand Management, Business Administration, Business Practices, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Content Development, Copy Writing, Database Administration, Employee Benefits, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Fast Food, Futures, Interpersonal Skills, Journalism, Market Research, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Media Buying and Planning, Microsoft Office, Online Marketing, People Management, Performance Analysis, Physical Chemistry, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Quality Management, Social Media, Time Management, Training Program Evaluation, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Video Production, Writing Skills
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Description:

The Marketing Communications department is recruiting a pool of applicants for possible adjunct teaching positions in the areas of marketing communications, video production, computer applications, journalism, brand management, public relations, marketing research, copywriting, digital marketing, or media planning. Successful candidates will be a creative and business-driven professional with proven executive experience in the marketing communications fields relevant to today's industry.

Adjunct instructors deliver relevant course material, assess student performance, provide guidance and assistance to students both in and out of the classroom, and submit grades on time. Course descriptions are available in the online catalog.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in the field or a closely related field.
  • A minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in the field.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • MBA or Master's degree in the field or a closely related field.
  • Teaching experience at the college level
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • A demonstrated knowledge of current marketing communications business practices, including - marketing trends, research methodologies and databases, content creation, and social media platforms.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and Learning Management Platforms.
  • Knowledge of industry-specific technology skills relating to software programs including but not limited to Adobe CC.
  • The ability to create and execute team projects to develop students' interpersonal skills related to resolving challenges presented in the marketing industry.
Additional Information:

This is a part-time position, adjunct teaching position beginning in Spring 2026. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. The department will keep this posting open to create a pool of candidates for potential future adjunct assignments. The department will contact applicants whose qualifications fit our programmatic needs.

Compensation

The UCE-FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) governs the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment.

$89.98 per hour based on minimum qualifications. The final rate, step and appointment rank are determined by a candidate's ability to demonstrate that they meet the respective school's additional criteria for hiring "above the first step," in accordance with the CBA Adjunct Salary Schedules (pp 88-89).

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives and to help them prepare for their futures. For a full list of benefits, visit FIT Benefits.

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history until the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The working conditions for this position will be any combination of the classroom, lab, and/or office space. Certain roles may be required to handle machinery and chemicals. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional bending, frequent walking, and occasionally lifting 10 lbs. or less.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for the position, please submit the following documents online:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Unofficial Transcript*
  • A list of three references with telephone numbers and email addresses

*Official transcripts are required within the first 30 days of hire. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing their foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S.

Returning Applicants- Login tto your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application materials.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually.

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