Computer Graphic Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Preference date: June 19, 2026

Position Overview:

Teaches students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Prepares departmental reports as requested.

College Overview:

The College of Fine Arts and Design is a center of excellence for the arts and design, as well as a locus of innovation for improving and promoting arts education. Founded in 2001, the college combines the traditional excellence inherent in Oklahoma's oldest public educational institution with groundbreaking thinking about the role of the arts in the 21st century. The College of Fine Arts and Design nurtures leadership qualities in students, thus expanding the scope and qualities of their career opportunities. The institution's educational emphasis is on faculty mentorship in student-centered education, with a commitment to respect diversity and encourage inclusiveness. This commitment to excellence provides students with the opportunity to interact and work closely with our more than 100 outstanding full and part-time faculty members who are dedicated to holistically developing the artist, scholar, creative professional, educator, citizen and leader. With more than 200 performing and visual arts events every year, the college encourages students from a variety of academic disciplines and programs to view exhibits, attend special events, experience performances, partake in masterclasses, discuss their work, and ultimately find their unique artistic voice while learning to think from a global perspective. The College of Fine Arts and Design currently has six academic units, the Department of Art, Department of Dance, School of Design, Department of Theatre Arts, School of Music and the Academy of Contemporary Music and specialized accreditations from National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). For further information see our website http://www.uco.edu/cfad

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

The University of Central Oklahoma School of Design invites applications for a Temporary, Visiting, Full-time, Assistant Professor in Graphic Design. This position will include academic responsibilities at a School of Design offering B.F.A. degrees in Graphic and Interior Design. UCO Design seeks dynamic and motivated candidates with a high level of creative industry, social engagement, and commitment to department participation.

Preference will be given to candidates who are able to demonstrate experience with:

• A strong knowledge of foundational level hand and digital skills
• A strong knowledge of drawing and illustration techniques
• A strong knowledge of industry-specific software, such as Adobe CC, Procreate, etc.
• Print/digital production techniques and technologies and file management
• A strong knowledge of typography
• A strong knowledge of brand design 

Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate courses in Design Foundations, Computer Graphics, Illustration, and other graphic design courses as needed. 

Qualifications:

General Experience Required:

Teaching at the undergraduate level is expected. An earned terminal degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval).

Qualifications/Experience Required:

An earned MFA degree or PhD in Graphic Design, Illustration, or related field requiring a minimum of 60 graduate hours awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement. **NOTE** MFA or PhD candidates that have degrees in progress are eligible to apply as long as the terminal degree is obtained and submitted by the time of employment. 

Qualifications/Experience Preferred:

• Minimum one year of university teaching experience
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching
• Demonstrated experience in graphic design or illustration

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to teach courses in graphic design, design foundations, illustration, digital and print production, digital design, and emerging technology. The successful applicant will have the knowledge, skill, and ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students in the College of Fine Arts and Design.

Upload Requirements:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Portfolio of student work (10 – 15 examples)
• Portfolio of professional work (10 – 15 examples)

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.