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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for adjunct graphic design professor in the United States is $67.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66.83 and $69.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Adjunct graphic design professors are part-time instructors at colleges or universities who teach courses in graphic design. They typically work on a contract basis, teaching one or more classes per semester while often maintaining professional careers in the design industry. These professors bring practical, current experience to their teaching, helping students learn both foundational concepts and real-world applications. Unlike full-time faculty, adjuncts usually have fewer administrative responsibilities and may not be involved in curriculum development or student advising outside their courses.

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Adjunct graphic design professors often balance teaching with other professional commitments, which can make time management a challenge. Additionally, staying updated with rapidly evolving design software and industry trends is crucial for providing relevant instruction. Building strong connections with students in limited classroom hours can also be challenging, but leveraging digital platforms and offering constructive feedback helps foster engagement. Collaborating with full-time faculty and participating in department meetings can further enhance the teaching experience and professional growth.

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To thrive as an Adjunct Graphic Design Professor, you need advanced knowledge in graphic design principles, a strong portfolio, teaching experience, and at least a master's degree in a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard is typically required. Strong communication, mentorship, and adaptability help engage students and foster a positive learning environment. These skills and qualities ensure effective instruction, student success, and alignment with academic standards.
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Faculty-Adjunct-Graphic Design

Johnson and Wales University

Providence, RI • On-site

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Faculty-Adjunct-Graphic Design
Job no: 10568
Work type: Part Time
Location: Providence, Rhode Island
Categories: Faculty, Academics, Academic Term, Campus Based
Summary
Prepares and delivers relevant course content using a variety of teaching methods and assessments that support student learning. Ensures that students achieve and demonstrate mastery of stated learning objectives.
Diversity & Inclusion
Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Essential Job Functions
  • Teaches assigned course(s) by delivering appropriate course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, and addressing students' questions and concerns
  • Prepares and maintains course site in the learning management system for dissemination of course materials, assessments, and weekly updating of the grade center in accordance with university requirements
  • Maintains accurate records of student attendance, academic achievement and performance in accordance with university policies and procedures
  • Distributes to each student, in each course, via the learning management system, a university-approved syllabus that includes course objectives, texts, attendance policy and materials required for course and evaluation criteria
  • Communicates early with the student, department chair, and academic counselor for any student in danger of failure or in need of individual counseling, using appropriate university systems
  • Refers students to appropriate university sources for information, guidance, financial assistance, career services, library services, academic support, accessibility services, counseling, and other support services
  • Populates the university's faculty information system with data to establish teaching credentials and maintains data, as needed
  • Attends faculty orientation and meetings, as requested by the college
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of a master's degree in graphic/visual design or a related field of study from a regionally accredited institution, or other appropriate accreditation as determined by Johnson & Wales University
  • Experience working in design or in other related work
  • Experience working in and/or teaching variations of the following: graphic design, Adobe Creative Suite, drawing, physical craft/prototyping and/or photography.
  • Proficient in digital design-related software applications such as Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Strong knowledge of current industry standards for the creative process, phases of design, production, prototyping/printing, and professional practice in the field.
  • Ability to prepare lectures and demonstrations and effectively communicate relevant concepts to students.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to present course materials in an interesting and intelligent manner.
  • Ability to teach classes during daytime and/or evening hours
  • Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse student populations

Please Note:
Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.
College/university transcripts are required prior to hire.
By applying to this posting, you are entering an applicant pool for adjunct faculty which will be hired on an as needed basis during the academic year. As such, not everyone in the applicant pool for this position will be contacted and/or selected to teach.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.
Advertised: 29 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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