Posting DetailsPosting Summary
Position Title Journalism Adjunct Professor - Graphic Production & Design
Division Provost
Major Department College of Arts and Sciences
Department Communications Department
Location La Verne Main Campus
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The Journalism program in the Department of Communications at the University of La Verne (30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles) has an * immediate opening * for a part-time adjunct instructor/professor to teach Graphic Production Processes and Design for Publications in the Fall. The 16-week semester begins on August 22.
Course Description:
The course is scheduled for 6:50 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, and it will be taught live in person (or "hybrid" in person and online) or remotely if required by state or county mandates.This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of graphic design: composition, typography, color and branding systems. It will introduce them to software and project planning tools in order to learn how communicate visually.
Course Objectives:
• To define components of visual communication.
• To introduce the principles and practices of visual communication.
• To plan and diagram all components of a visual communication project.
• To explore the effective uses, applications and technical issues of media for effective
communication.
• To introduce and utilize several software and hardware tools for visual communication.
• To apply the skills and capabilities learned to create and present a coordinated, branded project.
Under the direction of the Program Chair:
- Develop and Maintain Syllabus Materials: The adjunct professor is responsible for selecting and compiling tests, assignments and/or online discussion exercises.
- Facilitate Class Instruction: The adjunct professor is responsible for teaching the assigned course in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines.
- Evaluate Student Performance: The adjunct professor is expected to administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All course grades will be posted on the Blackboard Grade Center.
Required QualificationsMaster's in Fine Arts Degree
Experience in Graphic Design
Teaching in Higher Education Experience
Preferred QualificationsBenefits SummaryBelow is a list of benefits and perks offered to Adjunct Faculty:
* Benefit Hub (discount perks)
* Free Parking
* Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
* Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
* 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
* Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)
* Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory Voluntary Contribution at
anytime
* Medical (must meet hours)
* Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
Physical Demands SummaryHiring Pay Rate
Hiring Salary Per Hiring Rank:Adjunct Instructor (no terminal degree): $27.04
Adjunct Professor (with terminal degree): $28.08
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number AF074P
Job Open Date 07/27/2020
Job Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease upload your resume, CV and transcripts.
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