Columbus College of Art and Design
Adjunct Instructor – Comics Studio: Alternative Formats
Columbus College of Art and Design, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Adjunct Instructor – Comics Studio: Alternative Formats
Position Summary
The Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) invites applications for a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor to teach Comics Studio: Alternative Formats (COMC3021) within the Comics & Narrative Practice program. This position requires on-campus instruction and active engagement with students in a studio-based learning environment.
Course Description Comics Studio: Alternative Formats expands upon the foundational competencies established in introductory comics courses. The class introduces advanced skills and critical thinking, guiding students through a wide range of projects, styles, methods, and materials‑including mini‑comics, web comics, experimental formats, and the use of color.
Projects are student‑driven and emphasize innovative applications of narrative and visual storytelling in both short and long‑form works. Students will deepen their understanding of historical precedents, literary concepts, and the contemporary comics landscape. The instructor will focus on helping students generate ideas, experiment with diverse media, and develop creative solutions to design and storytelling challenges.
Days/Times Tues & Thurs, 8:00–10:45 a.m.
Format In‑person, on campus.
Date of Hire Spring 2026
Qualifications
MFA preferred and/or a minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in comics creation or a closely related field.
Demonstrated expertise in comics theory, narrative structure, and visual storytelling.
Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring experience in art and design education preferred.
Ability to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
A completed application will include
A cover letter that articulates the ways their experience fits the role, highlights their teaching philosophy, and discusses their experience teaching through a lens of cultural competency.
A CV including names/contact details for three references.
About CCAD Columbus College of Art & Design teaches undergraduate and graduate students in the midst of a thriving creative community in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1879, CCAD is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States. CCAD offers nine BFA programs and a Master of Professional Studies in User Experience Design that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. Additionally, CCAD offers year‑round community art classes for children and adults of all ages, led by local creators and designers skilled in their craft. For more information, visit ccad.edu.
About Columbus Columbus is among the Top 10 best U.S. cities for new college grads and one of the top 10 creative scenes in the country as well as one of the 15 most affordable cities in the U.S. As one of the nation’s largest college towns, Columbus is the type of city where creative activities flourish. There are eight distinct cultural districts that surround CCAD and there are more than 165 restaurants, pubs, and clubs in downtown alone. CCAD is a campus community located in the heart of this vibrant city.
EEO Statement Columbus College of Art & Design (“CCAD”) is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual’s race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. CCAD is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment.
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Course Description Comics Studio: Alternative Formats expands upon the foundational competencies established in introductory comics courses. The class introduces advanced skills and critical thinking, guiding students through a wide range of projects, styles, methods, and materials‑including mini‑comics, web comics, experimental formats, and the use of color.
Projects are student‑driven and emphasize innovative applications of narrative and visual storytelling in both short and long‑form works. Students will deepen their understanding of historical precedents, literary concepts, and the contemporary comics landscape. The instructor will focus on helping students generate ideas, experiment with diverse media, and develop creative solutions to design and storytelling challenges.
Days/Times Tues & Thurs, 8:00–10:45 a.m.
Format In‑person, on campus.
Date of Hire Spring 2026
Qualifications
MFA preferred and/or a minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in comics creation or a closely related field.
Demonstrated expertise in comics theory, narrative structure, and visual storytelling.
Evidence of effective teaching or mentoring experience in art and design education preferred.
Ability to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
A completed application will include
A cover letter that articulates the ways their experience fits the role, highlights their teaching philosophy, and discusses their experience teaching through a lens of cultural competency.
A CV including names/contact details for three references.
About CCAD Columbus College of Art & Design teaches undergraduate and graduate students in the midst of a thriving creative community in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1879, CCAD is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States. CCAD offers nine BFA programs and a Master of Professional Studies in User Experience Design that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. Additionally, CCAD offers year‑round community art classes for children and adults of all ages, led by local creators and designers skilled in their craft. For more information, visit ccad.edu.
About Columbus Columbus is among the Top 10 best U.S. cities for new college grads and one of the top 10 creative scenes in the country as well as one of the 15 most affordable cities in the U.S. As one of the nation’s largest college towns, Columbus is the type of city where creative activities flourish. There are eight distinct cultural districts that surround CCAD and there are more than 165 restaurants, pubs, and clubs in downtown alone. CCAD is a campus community located in the heart of this vibrant city.
EEO Statement Columbus College of Art & Design (“CCAD”) is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual’s race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. CCAD is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment.
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