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Instructor I, Digital Media Design

Employer
Florida Gulf Coast University
Location
Florida, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Mar 16, 2023


Job Summary

The Digital Media Design (B.A.) curriculum at FGCU focuses on the intersection of design and innovation. The DMD program is housed within the Daveler & Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship. The curriculum has an emphasis on technology, design thinking, and emerging disciplines such as social media, UX/UI, AR/VR, Mixed or Extended Reality and video game design. Students of the DMD program are well prepared to begin careers in the design field or pursue entrepreneurial endeavors.

As Instructor of Digital Media Design, you will teach four courses per semester at the undergraduate level. There are opportunities to teach during the summer sessions for additional compensation.

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning, and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

Florida Gulf Coast University is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive working and learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of the campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview.

At FGCU, we collectively stand against any individual or group that practices any form of racism, discrimination, intolerance, hate expressions, or disrespect. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, religious beliefs, abilities, ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, family statuses, and military backgrounds. FGCU strives to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our University stronger. The University community recognizes the importance of a diverse and inclusive institution and holds these ideals as paramount for the current and future success of the institution.

We seek colleagues who promote and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position as we believe that our University will grow and move forward through a commitment of equality for all.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be able to contribute to the diversity and development of the program by offering different perspectives and unique approaches to their practice and teaching methodologies. The candidate must be prepared to teach and mentor students from diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
  • Teaches 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate courses in design and related subjects.
  • Prepares syllabi, instruction materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates students and maintains the highest possible standard of instruction.
  • Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
  • Actively participates in institutional meetings.
  • Assists with the development of curriculum.
  • Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with the mission of the University. Community, institutional and professional service in furtherance of FGCU’s mission is expected of all faculty.
  • Other duties may be assigned by the Director/Chair.
Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree (MA/MS) or higher in the Design disciplines from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
  • Demonstrated evidence of ability to teach formal design principles, design processes and creative problem solving.
  • Must meet the University and College criteria for the appointment to the level of Instructor I.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 1 year of teaching experience at undergraduate level.
  • Evidence of ability to work with professional design studios or non-profit organizations and build relationships for internships and student careers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • We seek candidates with a record of creative practice 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.
  • Experience with and commitment to the use of instructional technology, a willingness to cultivate interdisciplinary perspectives; and a demonstrated commitment to professional development.
  • Experience 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 multi-year appointment basis available August 2023.

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
  • Teaching Philosophy Statement
  • Cover Letter.
  • Curriculum Vitae.
  • Five (5) Professional References.
Salary commensurate with education and experience.

The position is listed as “open until filled”, however applications received by April 10 , 2023 will receive priority consideration.

FGCU is an EOE AA /F/Vet/Disability Employer.

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