- Master's degree (MA/MS) in the Design disciplines from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
- Minimum of one year teaching experience at undergraduate and/or graduate level.
- Demonstrated evidence of ability to teach formal design principles, design processes and creative problem solving.
Preferred Qualifications
- MFA or PhD in the Design disciplines from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
- Three years of years teaching experience at undergraduate and/or graduate level.
- Evidence of ability to work with professional design studios or non-profit organizations and build relationships for internships, funding and student careers.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of creative practice, pedagogy, exhibited and/or published work (academic or client-based) and relevant teaching experience in Digital Media Design in one or more subjects such as interactive design, web design, motion graphics, video production/editing/vfx, UI/UX design, animation, design theory, physical computing or graphic design. Candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in and capacity for delivering entry- to upper-level undergraduate design courses.
- Knowledge and commitment to the use of instructional technology, a willingness to cultivate interdisciplinary perspectives; and a demonstrated commitment to professional development.
- Knowledge or commitment to the use of technology in distance learning & university teaching. Interest in collaborating both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning. Must value continued service to the school and university.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Appointment will be made on a 9-month fixed appointment basis available August 2024.
Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/ scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.
Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.
Required Application Materials:
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Five (5) Professional References
- Link to Professional Portfolio of 10 images of own work and 10 images of student work (PDF) with all works clearly identified (Place in Word Document)- Upload to Additional Documents Section