Full Time Faculty - Graphic Design / Media Design

Job Description:

The College for Creative Studies Graphic Design Department is seeking two candidates, the second pending final approval beginning academic year 2008/09. The College for Creative Studies, a leading institution for applied art and design education, is seeking two design educators who will contribute to the program of study in graphic design. The Department views constant change as our reality. We seek to prepare our students to work with an array of interlaced communication channels, to have comprehension of not just a single world view, but many, and to be able to work within a field with constantly moving boundaries while still evidencing the understanding of parameters necessary for good communication.

The selected candidate will contribute to learning that integrates practice, research, theory, and intellectual inquiry as core components in the process of developing the student's ability to create responsive communication solutions.

Candidates need to demonstrate leadership and self-motivational skills. Candidates will be valued members of a team working to address the evolving needs in contemporary graphic and media design education.

Teach 3 undergraduate or graduate level courses per semester in graphic design. Topics may include typography, systems design, design research, basic and advanced media design, design practicum; mentor students; committee work; continued work in creative research; other duties as assigned by the College.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications: 60 hour MFA or PhD in Graphic Design, Visual Communications; extensive teaching experience and/or professional work experience in graphic design; a knowledge of appropriate software including Adobe Creative Suite, AfterEffects, Flash, and Dreamweaver; applied knowledge of design theory and contemporary professional practice in graphic design's demonstrated in an established record of creative accomplishments. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate strong design and media skills.

How to Apply:

Deadline for application is March 24, 2008 or continues until position is filled. A letter of application and resume, CD, DVD, URL of applicant's graphic design work and CD, DVD, URL of student work should be sent to:

College for Creative Studies Office of Human Resources - Graphic Design Search 201 E. Kirby Detroit, MI 48202-4034 hr@collegeforcreativestudies.edu

The College for Creative Studies subscribes to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment, admissions and educational practices and strives to provide an educational environment and workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Discrimination, including harassment, because of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law is strictly prohibited.

The College for Creative Studies subscribes to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment, admissions and educational practices and strives to provide an educational environment and workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Discrimination, including harassment, because of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law is strictly prohibited.