Graphic Design (PaCE Certificate Sequence) Part-Time Adjunct Faculty

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Position Title Graphic Design (PaCE Certificate Sequence) Part-Time Adjunct Faculty Job Summary

Graphic Design Fundamentals Certificate

We seek a dynamic adjunct faculty member to teach Evergreen's Graphic Design Fundamental's Certificate program. The program consists of three 4-credit courses offered in an online, synchronous format. The course sequence introduces students to foundational design principles, advances through brand identity development, and culminates in professional portfolio creation.

This position emphasizes project-based learning, creative exploration, and applied technical skills using industry-standard tools, preparing students for entry-level opportunities and further study in graphic design and related fields.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in contemporary graphic design practices, a commitment to student-centered teaching, and the ability to create meaningful hands-on learning experiences from introductory to intermediate levels in a fully online context. Faculty are expected to draw on professional expertise to revise and develop content within the following structure:

Graphic Design I:

• Introduce foundational design principles and visual communication concepts.
• Guide students through experimentation with typography, composition, and image-making.
• Support development of basic skills in Adobe tools and creative workflows.

Graphic Design II:

• Teach brand identity development through creation of multiple style guides.
• Guide students in print publication and layout design using Adobe InDesign.
• Develop students' intermediate-level technical and conceptual design skills.

Graphic Design III:

• Mentor students in designing and executing an individual capstone project.
• Guide students in creating digital portfolios using Adobe Portfolio.
• Provide guidance on career development, presentation, and professional practices.

Job Expectations

Mode of Instruction

The program is delivered remotely with weekly synchronous sessions on Zoom. Classes meet Tuesday evenings 6-9 pm Pacific Standard Time for 10 weeks. Additional asynchronous instruction uses a Canvas learning management system.

This is a remote position that does not require teaching on our physical campus in Olympia, Washington. However a condition of employment is that you have residency in one of the following states: California, Oregon, New York, Texas, or Washington State and teach remotely from that state.

Evergreen uses narrative evaluations in lieu of grades and faculty are generally responsible for evaluating 25 students/quarter in each class. Faculty are also responsible for advising students as they reflect on their learning process, develop a pathway of study, and formulate their own areas of concentration.

As part of our interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning, we are interested in helping all students develop strong skills in critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and communication across significant differences. Over 80% of our students come from underserved and marginalized groups, and we are particularly invested in approaches to teaching that emphasize diversity and equity, that provide opportunities for challenge and growth, and that foster a learning environment where all students feel welcome and can learn from one another.

Evergreen's adjunct faculty positions and are not eligible for continuing appointment, but successful candidates may be rehired annually. All requirements for these positions must be completed at the time of hire. Salary for all positions is based on experience and degrees Salary Grid. We do not offer relocation expenses for our adjunct faculty positions.

A complete list of faculty responsibilities can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a closely related field OR Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design plus 5 years of full-time employment as a graphic design professional.
• Professional experience in graphic design, branding, publication design, or related areas.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Experience teaching art and design curriculum at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering instruction in an online or remote learning environment.
• Strong web-based portfolio demonstrating expertise in brand identity and publication design.
• 2 or more years experience teaching Graphic Design at the college level.

Conditions of Employment

• As a condition of employment, persons hired must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of beginning work.
• Prior to an official offer of employment, a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct form must be submitted to the college per RCW 28B.112.080. The college will contact current and past employers to verify this information. Applicants who provide inaccurate information in their declaration will be disqualified and, if the inaccuracies are discovered after the applicant has been hired, it shall be grounds for termination.

Application Instructions

REQUIRED:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and teaching philosophy
• Curriculum vitae or résumé
• List of 3 professional references with both phone and email contact information for each.

OPTIONAL:

• Link to online portfolio that includes examples of your professional work

About Evergreen

Evergreen is an innovative, public, liberal arts college emphasizing integrated interdisciplinary study and collaborative team-teaching throughout the undergraduate curriculum and in three graduate programs. Teaching is the central work of the faculty at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful teaching at Evergreen requires broad-ranging intellectual curiosity, the ability to formulate interdisciplinary questions, and the pedagogical skills to support our diverse student population.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.

Full time/Part time Part Time Salary Information Faculty membership is unranked with salary determined on a non-competitive, open scale based on earned degrees and years of relevant experience.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Location Olympia Start Date Fall 2026 Open Date 07/10/2026 Review Start Date Review of completed applications will begin on August 3, 2026 . The posting may close at any time after that. Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://evergreen.peopleadmin.com/postings/4591

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please briefly describe your approach to teaching. What is your teaching philosophy and how might you apply it to this position?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please briefly describe how you support students from diverse backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented in higher education.

(Open Ended Question)

• • This is a remote position that does not require teaching on our physical campus in Olympia, WA. However, as a condition of employment you must be a resident of, and teach remotely from, a select number of states. Please the state you currently are, or will be, a resident for the duration of the contract:
• California
• Florida
• New York
• Oregon
• Texas
• Washington State

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Portfolio