Inside Higher Ed
Adjunct-Instructor, Graphic Design - Visual Design for the Web
Inside Higher Ed, Branchburg Township, New Jersey, United States
Adjunct‑Instructor, Graphic Design – Visual Design for the Web
Category:
Adjunct-Part Time – Arts & Design
Department:
Arts & Design
Location:
Branchburg, NJ
Posted:
Apr 17, 2025
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Per Diem
Ref. No.:
Visual Design for Web
Position ID:
187462
About Raritan Valley Community College
Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates and provides career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.
Job Description
The Arts & Design Department is seeking a qualified adjunct instructor to teach Visual Design for the Web within the Graphic & Interactive Design Program. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of contemporary graphic design practices, designing for the web and screen‑based platforms, a strong portfolio of professional work, and a commitment to fostering creativity and critical thinking skills among students. In addition to teaching during scheduled class time, other job requirements include preparing course materials, responding to student concerns via CANVAS and/or e‑mail outside of class time, and assessing student work throughout the semester.
Essential Duties
Teach Visual Design for the Web in a 4‑hour course, typically taken by students during the third semester of the Graphic & Interactive Design Degree Program.
Guide students in creating original web sites and screen‑based content with a focus on design fundamentals such as color, typography, imagery, and composition.
Introduce concepts of content management systems, streaming media, sound and video for the web, and designing for social platforms.
Provide individual and group critiques, offering constructive feedback to enhance students’ understanding and application of the design process.
Stay current on trends and developments in contemporary graphic design, the marketplace, and pedagogy relevant to teaching at the college level.
Collaborate with colleagues in the Arts & Design Department to advance the program, including participation in the biennial Faculty Exhibition and annual Student Art Exhibition.
Provide academic advisement and support to students, including portfolio development, transfer opportunities, exhibition opportunities, and career guidance.
Requirements
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Minimum of two years of college‑level teaching experience with a record of effective instruction and student engagement.
Mastery in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and other web collaboration tools such as Adobe XD, Figma, Framer, ClickUp, etc.
Demonstrated expertise in graphic design, especially web‑based design solutions, with a strong portfolio showcasing technical proficiency and professional work.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with a diverse student population.
Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
Application Instructions Interested candidates should submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications and teaching philosophy as it pertains to graphic design; a curriculum vitae (CV); a graphic design portfolio of professional work samples focused on web‑based design; and two professional references with contact information. Only candidates of interest will be contacted directly.
As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
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Adjunct-Part Time – Arts & Design
Department:
Arts & Design
Location:
Branchburg, NJ
Posted:
Apr 17, 2025
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Per Diem
Ref. No.:
Visual Design for Web
Position ID:
187462
About Raritan Valley Community College
Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates and provides career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.
Job Description
The Arts & Design Department is seeking a qualified adjunct instructor to teach Visual Design for the Web within the Graphic & Interactive Design Program. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of contemporary graphic design practices, designing for the web and screen‑based platforms, a strong portfolio of professional work, and a commitment to fostering creativity and critical thinking skills among students. In addition to teaching during scheduled class time, other job requirements include preparing course materials, responding to student concerns via CANVAS and/or e‑mail outside of class time, and assessing student work throughout the semester.
Essential Duties
Teach Visual Design for the Web in a 4‑hour course, typically taken by students during the third semester of the Graphic & Interactive Design Degree Program.
Guide students in creating original web sites and screen‑based content with a focus on design fundamentals such as color, typography, imagery, and composition.
Introduce concepts of content management systems, streaming media, sound and video for the web, and designing for social platforms.
Provide individual and group critiques, offering constructive feedback to enhance students’ understanding and application of the design process.
Stay current on trends and developments in contemporary graphic design, the marketplace, and pedagogy relevant to teaching at the college level.
Collaborate with colleagues in the Arts & Design Department to advance the program, including participation in the biennial Faculty Exhibition and annual Student Art Exhibition.
Provide academic advisement and support to students, including portfolio development, transfer opportunities, exhibition opportunities, and career guidance.
Requirements
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Minimum of two years of college‑level teaching experience with a record of effective instruction and student engagement.
Mastery in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and other web collaboration tools such as Adobe XD, Figma, Framer, ClickUp, etc.
Demonstrated expertise in graphic design, especially web‑based design solutions, with a strong portfolio showcasing technical proficiency and professional work.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with a diverse student population.
Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
Application Instructions Interested candidates should submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications and teaching philosophy as it pertains to graphic design; a curriculum vitae (CV); a graphic design portfolio of professional work samples focused on web‑based design; and two professional references with contact information. Only candidates of interest will be contacted directly.
As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
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