Graphic Design Assistant Professor (2 positions)

Grand Valley State University (in Michigan)
Department Art And Design
College Lib Arts/Sciences

Graphic Design - (2 positions) - Assistant Professor

Responsibilities
Teach three courses per semester in a NASAD accredited undergraduate program with approximately 350 majors, participate in portfolio reviews and student advising, provide leadership and vision in curricular development, participate in university and departmental committee work, and maintain an active research and professional practice.

Required Qualifications
* MFA in Graphic Design or related field by August 2009 required.
* Professional experience and/or prior teaching experience preferred.
* A combination of skills covering the following areas: typography, identity design, page layout, print production, and contemporary media (web design, motion graphics, interactive media, and video). Additional skills might also include letterpress, contemporary illustration, packaging, or exhibit design, and the ability to teach classes outside of the graphic design emphasis such as drawing, composition, etc.
* Background in historical and contemporary design literacy.

Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience

Application Deadline Info
Review will begin January 5, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

How To Apply
Send (as hard copy or digital files): letter of application, CV, teaching philosophy, artist statement, documentation of creative research, sample syllabi, unofficial transcript, contact information for at least 3 references, and SASE. Send 20 examples of professional work and 20 examples of student work (if available) on a MacIntosh compatible CD or DVD in an easily viewed presentation format such as PowerPoint, pdf, Flash, html, mpeg, or jpeg.

Send materials to:
Virginia Jenkins, Chair
Department of Art & Design
1105 Calder Art Center
1 Campus Drive
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI 49401-9403.