Overview:
New York Institute of Technology's six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in in-demand disciplines including computer science, data science, and cybersecurity; biology, health professions, and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability.
A nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide. The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as programs around the world.
More than 112,000 alumni are part of an engaged network of physicians, architects, scientists, engineers, business leaders, digital artists, and healthcare professionals.
Together, the universitys community of doers, makers, healers, and innovators empowers graduates to change the world, solve 21st-century challenges, and reinvent the future. For more information, visit nyit.edu. The Department of Digital Art and Design is seeking experienced graphic design professionals to join as part-time (adjunct) instructors for undergraduate courses in our Graphic Design program at the Old Westbury and Manhattan campuses.
We are looking for instructors who are actively working in design agencies, studios, or in-house teams, utilizing the latest design technologies and creative workflows.
Candidates with experience incorporating AI solutions, generative design, or other emerging tools into their design process are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and teach courses covering graphic design principles, processes, and portfolio development - Design engaging assignments and projects that mirror real-world design challenges - Provide constructive feedback to students to improve their design thinking and execution - Evaluate student work and provide detailed critiques - Stay current with design industry trends, software, and technologies
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field Minimum 5 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably at an agency/studio Expertise in design software like Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, etc.
) Experience with cutting-edge design technologies such as AI, generative design, motion graphics Outstanding portfolio showcasing innovative design solutions for brands/clients Excellent communication and presentation abilities Passion for design education and mentoring students While not required, having a Master's degree or prior teaching experience is considered a plus.
Please submit a cover letter highlighting your professional background, an updated resume/CV, and a link to your online portfolio.
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Other Information:
In compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed.
New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer. Adjunct Faculty offered hourly rate is contingent on applicable rank.
Minimum Salary:
USD $95.00/Hr.
Maximum Salary:
USD $104.00/Hr.