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William Paterson University

William Paterson University invites applications for the full-time, non-tenure-track position of Graphic Design and Interactive Media Instructor in the Department of Art, College of Arts, Humanities ...

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How much do interactive media jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for interactive media in the United States is $11.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $11.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Interactive Media Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interactive Media Specialist, you need expertise in digital design, multimedia production, and user experience (UX) principles, often supported by a degree in media, design, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, HTML5, CSS, and interactive development platforms such as Unity or Unreal Engine is typically required. Creativity, collaboration, and strong communication skills help professionals stand out by enabling innovative solutions and effective teamwork. These skills ensure engaging, high-quality interactive content that meets audience needs and business objectives.

What are some interactive jobs?

Interactive media jobs include roles such as multimedia designer, game developer, user experience (UX) designer, digital content creator, and interactive producer. These positions often require skills in graphic design, programming, storytelling, and familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite or Unity. They typically involve creating engaging digital experiences for websites, apps, games, or multimedia platforms.

What does interactive media do?

Interactive media professionals create digital content that engages users through multimedia elements such as videos, animations, websites, and applications. They use skills in design, programming, and user experience to develop interactive experiences across various platforms. This role often involves working with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to produce engaging digital content.

What do interactive media specialist do?

An interactive media specialist designs, develops, and manages digital content and experiences such as websites, apps, and multimedia presentations. They often use tools like Adobe Creative Suite and programming languages, and may work closely with designers, developers, and clients to create engaging user experiences.

What is the difference between Interactive Media vs Graphic Designer?

AspectInteractive MediaGraphic Designer
Required CredentialsDegree in Multimedia, Interactive Design, or related fields; proficiency in multimedia toolsDegree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related fields; proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Work EnvironmentDigital agencies, media companies, corporate marketing teams; often collaborative and project-basedDesign studios, advertising agencies, corporate branding teams; primarily office-based
Industry UsageWebsites, apps, multimedia presentations, interactive installationsPrint media, branding, advertising, digital graphics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Interactive Media professionals focus on creating engaging digital experiences through multimedia, web, and app development, often requiring skills in coding and interactive design. Graphic Designers primarily develop visual content for print and digital media, emphasizing aesthetics and branding. While both roles involve visual communication, Interactive Media emphasizes user interaction and multimedia integration, whereas Graphic Design centers on static visual content.

What are interactive media?

Interactive media refers to digital content and platforms that allow users to actively engage, participate, or manipulate elements within the media. This can include websites, video games, mobile apps, virtual reality experiences, and more. Unlike traditional media, which is typically one-way communication, interactive media creates a two-way interaction between the user and the technology. Careers in interactive media often involve skills in design, programming, storytelling, and user experience. Professionals in this field work in industries such as entertainment, education, advertising, and technology.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Interactive Media, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Interactive Media often navigate the challenges of balancing creative vision with technical feasibility and tight project deadlines. Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams such as designers, developers, and marketing specialists is crucial for delivering engaging user experiences. Staying updated with rapidly evolving technologies and user preferences is also essential to remain competitive. To address these challenges, it's helpful to foster strong communication skills, prioritize ongoing learning, and actively seek feedback from both colleagues and users throughout the development process.

What jobs can you get with an interactive media degree?

With an interactive media degree, common jobs include multimedia designer, user experience (UX) designer, web developer, digital content creator, and interactive media specialist. These roles often require skills in graphic design, coding, and familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite or HTML/CSS, and may involve working in digital agencies, tech companies, or media organizations.
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Infographic showing various Interactive Media job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $24,000 per year, or $11.5 per hour.
Faculty, Digital and Interactive Media #11981

Faculty, Digital and Interactive Media #11981

Daytona State College

Daytona Beach, FL • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

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Job description

Location : Daytona Beach
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: 202500458
Department: Mike Curb College of Music, Entertainment, & Art - School of Digital Media Production
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Required Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Digital Media, Interactive Design, Media Arts, New Media, Fine Arts, or a closely related field
  • Demonstrated experience teaching or professionally practicing in interactive media, live media systems, or experience design
  • Proficiency in at least one real-time media environment (TouchDesigner, MadMapper, VDMX6, or equivalent)
  • Evidence of creative or professional work in interactive, projection-based, or performance-driven media
  • Ability to teach effectively across technical and conceptual dimensions of the discipline

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Interactive Experience Design and Live Systems
    • Hands-on experience designing live interaction systems using cameras as input devices for motion detection, gesture tracking, or body-based interactivity
    • Practical knowledge of sensor integration and physical computing using platforms such as Arduino (Uno, Mega, or equivalent microcontrollers), enabling students to connect physical sensors and actuators to visual and sonic outputs
    • Experience with large-scale projection mapping onto architectural surfaces, sculptural objects, or performance environments using MadMapper, Resolume, or comparable tools
    • Fluency in VDMX6 or similar VJ and live visual performance software within a production or event context
    • Experience with TouchDesigner for generative visuals, real-time data visualization, or interactive installation
  • AI-Assisted and Coded Interactive Experiences
    • Demonstrated ability to use AI tools and large language models to generate, scaffold, or assist in writing code for interactive media applications, including Python scripts, GLSL shaders, or TouchDesigner CHOP/DAT workflows
    • Experience prototyping or teaching AI-assisted interaction design workflows, where students use AI to accelerate technical problem-solving without bypassing conceptual understanding
    • Familiarity with computer vision libraries and frameworks (such as OpenCV or MediaPipe) applied to camera-based interaction, body tracking, or environmental sensing
    • Understanding of how emerging AI capabilities, including real-time image and gesture recognition, can be embedded into live performance and installation contexts
  • Production and Post-Production
    • Proficiency in DaVinci Resolve, including Fusion for motion graphics and compositing in support of interactive and immersive project delivery
    • Experience with 6K cinema camera systems in production contexts
    • Background in sound design, spatial audio, or Ableton Live as integrated components of interactive and performative media
  • Immersive and Emerging Media
    • Experience with spatial computing or extended reality platforms, including Apple Vision Pro, as part of creative or educational practice
    • Familiarity with Blackmagic Design ecosystems and workflows
    • Practice in or curiosity about the convergence of installation art, club visuals, architectural media, and interactive performance as a unified creative discipline
  • Teaching and Professional Context
    • College teaching experience, particularly in studio-based or production-centered environments
    • Active creative practice with exhibition, performance, or commercial credits demonstrating engagement with the contemporary interactive media landscape
    • Experience working in collaborative or interdisciplinary production environments alongside photographers, musicians, or broadcast professionals
About the Position
Daytona State College invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Digital and Interactive Media Production (DIMP) program within the School of Digital Media Production (SDMP). This position is central to our growing emphasis on interactive experience design, real-time media, and immersive technology. The successful candidate will teach across the DIMP curriculum with a primary focus on live interaction design, projection mapping, sensor-based and AI-assisted interactive systems, and performance-driven media environments.
This is a high-impact teaching role in a program that has deliberately pivoted toward the intersection of code, computation, and creative performance. You will work alongside a faculty cohort with international exhibition and production credentials, contributing to a culture of creative rigor that is uncommon at the community college level.
About the Program and School
The School of Digital Media Production is housed within the Mike Curb College of Music, Entertainment and Art and encompasses four programs: Digital and Interactive Media Production, Music Production Technology, Broadcast Television Production, and Photography. DIMP sits at the center of the school's most rapidly evolving curriculum.
The DIMP program prepares students for careers in interactive media, live event production, UI/UX for experiential contexts, video, sound design, and content creation. The program has made a deliberate commitment to live interaction design and immersive technology as its distinguishing identity, integrating tools such as TouchDesigner, MadMapper, VDMX6, and DaVinci Resolve into a curriculum that blends art, design, computation, and performance.
World-Class Facilities
Faculty and students work in a purpose-built environment designed to support professional-grade practice:
  • Three dedicated Apple Mac Labs
    • Lab 211: 20 iMacs running TouchDesigner, MadMapper, VDMX6, Unreal Engine, Unity, Processing, Ableton Live Suite, Adobe CC, DaVinci Resolve, and Arturia MiniLab 3 controllers
    • Lab 214: Mac Studios with Adobe CC, Ableton Live Suite, DaVinci Resolve Studio, 4K monitors, Ableton Push 3 controllers, MIDI controllers, and BYOD stations Lab 216: Mac Studios with Adobe CC, DaVinci Resolve Studio, Capture One Pro, Apple Pro Apps, 4K monitors, Arturia MiniLab 3 controllers, and BYOD stations
  • Eight high-end digital media suites with Adobe CC, DaVinci Resolve Studio, Ableton Live Suite, and Maxon One, equipped with Apple Pro XDR and Studio Displays, 55" OLED monitors, Wacom Cintiq 27" tablets, Yamaha HS7 studio monitors, condenser microphones, Fairlight controllers, and Blackmagic Design micro panels
  • Scan, print, and production support lab
  • Multipurpose studios configurable for performance, installation, and live production
  • Immersive media infrastructure including Apple Vision Pros and full DaVinci Resolve pipeline
  • Professional stockroom with checkout access to:
    • Blackmagic Design Cinema 6K Pro kits with cinema lenses
    • Short-throw and outdoor laser 4K projectors for large-scale projection mapping
    • Aputure 300 and 600 light kits
    • Sennheiser audio kits, Atomos 19" field monitors, Wooden Camera Pro rigs
    • ATEM Mini Pro and Extreme ISO switchers, DJI Ronin gimbals
  • Blackmagic Design Academic Partner status, providing students with exclusive certification pathways and professional training access

Why Daytona State College
  • A program with real infrastructure: three Apple Mac labs, eight professional media suites, and a fully stocked production gear room supporting 6K cinema, large-scale projection, lighting, and spatial audio
  • Blackmagic Design Academic Partner status providing faculty and students with professional certification pathways and direct industry access
  • Apple Vision Pros and a DaVinci Resolve-centered post pipeline positioning the program at the forefront of immersive media education
  • A curriculum that has deliberately pivoted toward live interaction design, with institutional support to keep moving in that direction
  • A school that operates across four programs (DIMP, Music Production Technology, Broadcast Television, Photography), creating genuine opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration
  • The Florida coast, with Daytona Beach offering a low cost of living and proximity to Orlando's creative and tech industries

Rank: Appointment level to any faculty position is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Salary: Nine-month position. Competitive salary depending on experience. The College also provides a comprehensive benefits package.
Tenure and Promotion: Tenure and promotion are awarded based on a review by a college-wide committee of the candidate's contributions to service, pedagogy and scholarship.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Teach undergraduate courses in digital and interactive media, with emphasis on live interaction design, projection mapping, and real-time media systems
  • Develop and deliver curriculum integrating TouchDesigner, MadMapper, VDMX6, and related real-time tools into production and performance workflows
  • Guide students in UI/UX for experiential and interactive contexts, including installation art, live event design, and spatial media
  • Mentor students across video, sound, interactive, and content creation pathways
  • Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and program planning
  • Maintain an active creative or professional practice aligned with the program's direction
  • Participate in advising, department meetings, college service, and professional development
  • Supervise student projects including senior capstone, internships, and independent study
  • Contribute to industry partnerships, community collaborations, and the school's growing profile in immersive media

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Knowledge of areas of discipline to be taught
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with students, colleagues and supervisors
  • Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and professionally through oral and written communications
  • Commitment to the community college mission, innovative and effective teaching, sustained and significant professional development, and service to the College
  • Computer literacy and the ability to navigate in a Windows environment

This position may be subject to a criminal background screening as a condition of employment.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or email
Daytona State College is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer. Click to view the College's statement of non-discrimination.
Daytona State College offers a variety of benefits to our regular full-time employees, including:
Health Insurance:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Options:
  • Florida Retirement System Pension Plan
    • Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
  • Florida Retirement System Investment Plan
  • State Community College System Optional Retirement Program (SCCSORP)
  • 403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Savings Accounts
Supplemental Insurance:
  • College Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Voluntary and Dependent Life Insurance
  • Sick Leave Pool
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
Paid Time Off:
  • Vacation & Sick Leave
  • Holidays & College Breaks
Holidays:
Daytona State College observes the following holidays annually:
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • Washington's Birthday
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving & the following day
  • Christmas Day
Additional Benefits:
  • Tuition Reimbursement for employees as well as their spouses and dependents
  • Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Please note: Adjunct, part-time and temporary full-time staff may be eligible for certain benefits if qualification criteria are met.

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