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Assistant Professor of Art Design

Position Number: 6212483
Location: Waukesha, WI
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Graphic Design

Assistant Professor of Art Design

Location 100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53186, United States
Job Category Art, Faculty, Art + Design
Employee Type Regular Faculty

Description
Assistant Professor of Art + Design

Start Date: August 2025

Hiring Statement: The Department of Visual, Interactive and Performing Arts at Carroll University seeks applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Art + Design who possess sophisticated graphic design and digital media skills as well as a demonstrated respect for traditional, analog media, and fine arts skills.

The successful candidate will have the ability to teach graphic design courses in at least in three of the following advanced areas: videography, animation, web, UI and UX design, typography, digital photography, art and design history, emerging digital media technologies, and/or related disciplines that combine digital with analog learning experiences and visual storytelling. Although not required, additional desirable areas of expertise could include analog photography practices, digital illustration, game design, and 3D modeling. The successful applicant will approach the art and design classroom broadly, as an environment that promotes inter-disciplinary thinking and innovation.

The new Assistant Professor of Art + Design will teach within multiple visual arts programs as an expert in design thinking, foundations, fine art, professional preparation, and multidisciplinary technology - specializing in graphic design and/or time-based media. This role will elevate the student learning experience, aid in the retention of innovative artists and designers, and develop a student-centric, cross-disciplinary environment within visual arts classrooms. Interest in developing unified, foundational experiences and overlapping curriculum across the Visual, Interactive and Performing Arts is important. Industry experience in the development of client-based partnerships and a robust internship program is desirable.

The teaching load for instructional tenure-track faculty is eight courses annually (4/4). The job breakdown is 80% teaching and 20% service, which includes academic advising at the programmatic level. Scholarship is not required. The successful candidate will present the skills and passion for excellent teaching in a liberal arts setting, which includes both majors and non-majors.

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

Qualifications:

MFA in graphic design or related digital field

A minimum of three years (full-time or equivalent load) of teaching digital media at the college level are required (beyond teaching assistant)

Evidence of successful teaching, service, and professional achievements. (Scholarship is not required for this position.)

Ability to teach Graphic Design courses in at least in three of the following advanced areas: videography, animation, web, UI and UX design, typography, digital photography, art and design history, emerging digital media technologies, and/or related disciplines that combine digital with analog learning experiences and visual storytelling

Technical expertise with industry-standard software

Demonstrated ability to provide valuable service to the department and greater institution which will include curriculum/course development, advising, and programmatic assessment

Responsibilities:

1. Teach courses as assigned (foundational through advanced) in graphic design and related areas

2. Collaborate on program and curriculum development in the Visual Arts, including curating client-based projects and partnerships and developing interdisciplinary courses that include students from various areas of study like business, STEAM, health care, K-12 education, etc.

3. Engage in meaningful service at the departmental, college, and university level that supports strategic goals and priorities, commensurate to rank

4. Perform additional duties that include academic advising, participation in student scholarship and award decisions, and additional departmental and university service

5. Appointee may also contribute to the general education program at Carroll by teaching courses within Carroll's general education program

Rank and Salary: Instructional Tenure Track, 4/4 load. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

The Program: The Art + Design Program is situated within the Department of Visual, Interactive and Performing Arts, in the College of Arts and Sciences. There are five full-time faculty within the Art + Design Program, which include areas of specialization in Fine Art, Art Education, and Graphic Design, and a separate major in Video Game Design. Visual Arts Programs provide course that fulfill various levels of general education requirements, as well as supporting areas on campus with its courses and curriculum, like the School of Business, Communication Program, the Film and Television Minor, etc.

The Department: The Department of Visual, Interactive and Performing Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences includes majors in Art + Design, Music, Music Education, Music Therapy, and Theatre, and minors in Arts Management, Art, Graphic Design, Film & Television, Music, Photography, Theatre, Dance, and Musical Theatre.

The College: The College of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate programs through seven departments - Communication and Sociology; Computational and Physical Sciences; Education; English, Modern Languages and Philosophy; History, Political Sciences and Religious Studies; Life Sciences; and Visual, Interactive and Performing Arts.

Carroll University: Founded in 1846, Carroll University is an independent, co-educational comprehensive institution grounded in the liberal arts tradition. The Pioneer Core general education curriculum has a strong emphasis on developing intercultural awareness. Carroll University is located in suburban Waukesha, 16 miles west of Milwaukee and 60 miles east of Madison. The University, though intentionally ecumenical and non-sectarian in approach, is related to the Presbyterian Church, USA. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University Mission.

Priority deadline for application submission: June 15.

Application: Review of applications will begin immediately. Please submit:

Letter of interest

C.V.

Teaching portfolio that includes:

- Statement of teaching philosophy

- Statement of commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment for students taking art and design courses

- Examples of undergraduate student work (up to 10 samples) that demonstrate teaching strengths with students of varying skill levels.
Include syllabus, assignment description, and brief rationale for the work's inclusion within the teaching portfolio as evidence of successful teaching

Professional artist/designer portfolio (PDFs of images or a link to an online portfolio)

Contact information for three professional references (to be contacted if applicant moves to final interview stage)

Final applicants will be asked to submit graduate transcripts

Images may be submitted via a PDF (max. 9 MB), or as a list of online links in PDF. Additional support materials that enhance our understanding of the applicant's teaching abilities are welcome. All materials must be submitted through the Carroll University job portal. Questions should be directed to Amanda Barbour (acook@carrollu.edu.)

Carroll University is an Equal-Opportunity Employer

RequirementsAs part of your application, please submit a cover letter, CV and examples of teaching effectiveness. If you have past course evaluations, please submit several that demonstrate your teaching effectiveness. In lieu of course evaluations, a letter from your current supervisor attesting to your skills in the classroom environment.
Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.

The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquires will be kept strictly confidential.

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