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Visiting Assistant Professor of Art: Visual Communication Design
Location
1972 Clark Ave, Alliance, OH
Job Type
Faculty - Full Time
Job Number
2025-00535
Department
Academic Affairs
Division
Faculty
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Description
The Department of Visual Arts and Media at the University of Mount Union invites applications for a full-time, one-year visiting Assistant Professor of Art: Visual Communication Design beginning August 2026. The Department of Visual Arts and Media is home to the BA in Art, with concentrations in Studio Art, Visual Communication Design, and Art Education, as well as programs in Media and Sports Media.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative department committed to preparing students for creative careers through hands-on learning, cross-disciplinary experiences, and engagement with contemporary industry practices.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will teach courses in visual communication design, supporting students from foundational coursework through senior capstone experiences. Teaching responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Introduction to Visual Communication Design
- Visual Analysis
- Typography
- Illustration
- Web and Digital Design
- Motion Graphics
- Information Design
- Branding and Identity Systems
- Emerging Media Design
- Portfolio Development and Senior Capstone Experiences
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Integrate emerging technologies, digital workflows, and contemporary design practices into coursework
- Engage students in experiential learning and high-impact educational practices
- The department values faculty who demonstrate innovation in teaching, foster collaborative learning environments, and prepare students for evolving creative industries.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- MFA in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, or closely related field by start date; or equivalent terminal degree appropriate to the discipline
- Demonstrated teaching experience at the collegiate level (graduate teaching experience included)
- Commitment to student mentorship and experiential learning
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years teaching experience
- Professional industry experience in areas such as graphic design, branding, digital communication, motion graphics, UX/UI, web design, emerging media, or related fields
- Experience developing curriculum and assessment processes
- Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration or community-engaged projects
- Ability to teach across traditional design foundations and contemporary digital practices
- Experience incorporating emerging technologies, including AI-assisted creative workflows, into teaching or professional practice
Descriptive Information
The Department of Visual Arts and Media includes faculty expertise in multimedia production, media studies, sports media, studio art, art education, and visual communication. The department emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional preparation while fostering creativity, critical thinking, and adaptability.
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Applicants should submit:
- Letter of application addressing qualifications and teaching philosophy
- Curriculum vitae
- Portfolio of professional/creative work
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (sample syllabi, evaluations, assignments, etc.)
- Contact information for three professional references
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Mount Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive academic community.
For benefit eligible positions, the University of Mount Union provides a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: free tuition, generous retirement contribution, medical/RX insurance through Aetna, dental and vision insurance, and group life and disability insurance. The University of Mount Union prides itself on its dedication to the health and well-being of its community and offers tobacco cessation resources, as all campus buildings and property are tobacco free.
- Participation in most benefit programs is optional and participation is effective after the completion of the formal enrollment process and after the appropriate waiting periods. A detailed explanation of benefits offered for this position is provided by Human Resources during on-campus interviews.
Employer University of Mount Union
Address 1972 Clark Ave
Alliance, Ohio, 44601
Phone (330) 829-6560
Website http://www.mountunion.edu/