Job Description Apply now Job Title Adjunct Instructor Applied Media Communications TechnicalStudio Courses UC Blue Ash College
Posting Start Date 32326
Work Arrangement Onsite
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About the Media Communications & Technology Department The Media Communications & Technology Department formerly Electronic Media offers the Applied Media Communications AAS degree one-year certificates and technical courses spanning design photography video audio animation motion graphics interactive design and web. The department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design NASAD and supports students who enter directly into media careers or transfer to media production baccalaureate programs such as UCs College-Conservatory of Music or College of Arts & Sciences.
Job Overview This part-time faculty member will teach freshman- and sophomore-level courses across a range of media disciplines includingMedia Design Foundations graphic design principles Adobe Illustrator Photoshop InDesignPhotography camera operation lighting digital post-production Adobe PhotoshopVideo Production camera operation lighting editing Adobe Premiere ProAudio Production recording mixing sound design Pro Tools or similar DAWsWeb Design I & II HTML CSS JavaScript GitHub frameworks content management systemsAnimation 2D3D animation motion design Adobe Animate Toon Boom MayaBlenderMotion Graphics visual storytelling typography Adobe After EffectsJob preparation professional practice portfolio development emerging technologiesAdjunct faculty members will be expected to 1 use our course management system Canvas and any textbook-specific systems 2 hold regular office hours to meet with students and reply to student communications in a timely manner and 3 participate in at least one professional development workshop per year.Courses may be offered in person day or evening or asynchronously online.This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Essential Functions Teach assigned undergraduate courses on a part-time basis.Prepare weekly course modules and related instructional media.Evaluate student coursework and provide timely feedback.Support student learning and department goals.Review and respond in a timely manner to all University-related and student communications.Other related duties as assigned.
Required Education Bachelors degree in a technical media field such as video production web development media design photography animation audio or a related discipline.
Required Experience At least two 2 years of professional media production experience.At least one 1 year ot teaching experience in a college setting is preferred.
Additional Qualifications Considered Masters degree in a media discipline or related field.Experience teaching or working in multiple areas of applied media.
Application Instructions Your cover letter should specify your areas of expertise.Please upload any additional supporting documents certifications portfolios etc.
Compensation and BenefitsUC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being financial security and work-life balance. UC Benefits Link Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights includePay Rate Information Tuition RemissionAs a part-time employee UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.Robust Retirement PlansAs a UC employee you wont contribute to Social Security except Medicare. Instead youll choose between state pension plans OPERS STRS.Real Work-Life BalanceUC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy includingVacation and sick time - pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off Winter Season Days.Additional Benefits IncludeCompetitive salary based on experienceProfessional development & mentorship opportunitiesUniversity employee discount programTo learn more about why UC is a great place to work please visit ourCareers Page.
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