VCUarts Adjunct Instructor - Department of Communication Arts
Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts · Richmond, VA · 8 mo ago
Human ResourcesPart-time
Possible Teaching Responsibilities
- Figure Drawing – includes gesture, long pose, narrative posing, and anatomy of nude and costumed figure, using a variety of observed and constructed methods. Uses traditional media.
- Typography – introductory course on the "anatomy" of text, particularly as it pertains to communicative and expressive usage. Uses traditional and digital tools.
- Concept Drawing – visual worldbuilding by creating original characters and environments based on prompts, narratives, or abstract concepts. Uses traditional and digital tools.
- Sequential Imaging – developing narrative concepts and sequences of imagery for comics, storyboards, and more. Uses traditional and digital tools.
- Illustration – addresses conceptual and technical considerations involved in the use of various drawing and painting media. Uses primarily traditional media.
- Graphic Design – includes an understanding of the relationship between shape and effective communication. Uses traditional and digital tools.
- 3D Graphics – introductory and intermediate 3D graphics for film, animation, game, and/or illustration purposes.
- Electives – a wide range of options exist, from Game Development to Children's Book Illustration, to newly developed courses.
Qualifications
- MFA or BFA with significant professional experience and training in fields related to teaching responsibilities.
- Appropriate teaching experience and/or strong oral presentation and communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Application Materials
- Current CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of three current references including names, phone numbers, and email addresses (references will not be contacted prior to applicant's approval).
- Portfolio of work - visual documentation of professional work, and examples of student work, if available. Portfolio of work should be submitted as an accessible link in a PDF that points to a website or cloud storage (with access instructions) to view all visual work.
Salary Range
Salary Range: VCUarts Standard Adjunct Per Credit Rate FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt FTE: Varies
Contact Information
VCUarts Human Resources, artshr@vcu.edu