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The Pennsylvania State University

... Professor position of Digital Arts and Media Design focusing on 3D Animation. This is a full-time, ... The ideal candidate is a 3D animator/generalist with considerable experience in 3D animation ...

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Adjunct Professor of Digital Media Design

Oklahoma City Community College

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Position Information (Default Section)
Posting Number
Adjunct_0401905
Classification Title
Adjunct Professor
Working Title
Adjunct Professor of Digital Media Design
Datatel Position ID
AEHD6DIGMDESIA
Annual Hours
As needed or assigned
Placement Range
$740 per Credit Hour
Position Type
Adjunct Faculty
Job Category
General Description
An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
What position does this position report to?
Dean of the Division of Arts, English, and Humanities
What position(s) reports to this position?
None
Minimum Education/Experience
A minimum of an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Graphic Communications, Graphic Design, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Animation, Photography, or related degree
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Expertise in the discipline of the assigned course(s).
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills.
Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software.
Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles.
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education.
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle).
Organization and attention to detail.
Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system.
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit.
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing.
Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts.
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups.
Must be punctual.
Must be reliable.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to colleagues, students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position requires the person to operate a computer, other office machinery and mobile devices to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to operate equipment that frequently involves repetitive motions of hands, wrists, and/or fingers.
3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS
This position performs the essential functions in an indoor classroom or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications
None
Required Training
None
Work Hours
Day, evening and/or weekend classes as required by section assignment.
Department
Division of Arts, English & Humanities
Job Open Date
07/22/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
HR Contact
Beth Holmes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring a minimum of an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Graphic Communications, Graphic Design, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Animation, Photography, or related degree
Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Job Duties
Job Duties (Position Specific)
(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)
An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom..
In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to:
Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.
Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators.
Attend meetings as required.
Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.
Maintain license or professional certification specific to program requirements.
Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments.
Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities.
Courses commonly taught by this position include:
Advertising Photography
Applied Graphic Design
Computer Drawing: Illustrator
Creativity and Design
Digital Photography
Digital Photography II
Electronic Publishing: InDesign I
Electronic Publishing: InDesign II
Graphic Design
Image Editing: Photoshop I
Image Editing: Photoshop II
Intro to Graphic Design
Introduction to Macintosh
Photojournalism
Portrait Photography
Publication Design
Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)
Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.
Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.
Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.
Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

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