Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is Arizona’s premier private Christian university.

The College of Arts and Media offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach for our online campus.

Why Work at GCU:

• Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
• 401(k)
• Employee Perks and Discounts

Course: Design Thinking

This survey course introduces students to basic design thinking, including principles and elements of design, and concepts of composition. This course includes reading, writing, and lab assignments and requires the creation and exhibition of student artwork.

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate weekly main discussion forums to engage students in the online classroom
• Adhere to weekly grading requirements, deadlines, and timeframes
• Respond to students’ questions and emails within the established timeframes
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University

What You Will Bring:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts, Graphic Design, Illustration, Animation, Fine Arts, Art Education, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of Design Thinking processes, creative brief development, color theory, composition principles, typographic layout, and traditional drawing and rapid visualization techniques
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Behance
• Ability to teach using the most current versions of Adobe software products
• Submission of a portfolio of current work samples with the application

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Three or more years of professional experience in the design industry
• Professional background in roles such as Graphic Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, or Illustrator

*Portfolio will be requested for review of application documents*

Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:

• Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees
• Any applicable licenses/certifications

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