Assistant Professor in Visual Communication Design
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Lakewood, CO
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Design
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- A graduate degree (MA, MS, MFA, MDes, or equivalent) in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Motion Design, Web Design OR a Bachelor’s degree with a sustained record of professional or studio-based work in
- Proficiency using and teaching industry-leading design software, including, but not limited to After Effects, Figma, Adobe Suite, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, prototyping tools, and modern web/mobile design m
- 2+ years of teaching experience in an accredited postsecondary institution with proven expertise in teaching motion and web design, design principles and related software.
- Examples of pedagogical approaches that align with the institution's mission and values, along with evidence of effective and inclusive teaching that values a diverse student body.
Nice to have
- A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Art, Design or a related discipline OR equivalent professional distinction recognized at a national or international level.
- A sustained record of professional or studio-based work in Digital Media, Graphic Design, Motion Design or Web Design demonstrated through credits, exhibitions, portfolio and live projects.
- Proficiency and the ability to teach industry-leading design software (including, but not limited to After Effects, Figma, Adobe Suite), HTML/CSS/JavaScript, prototyping tools, and modern web/mobile d
- Ongoing engagement with contemporary, emerging industry practices and pipelines with demonstrated expertise in media through creative interventions in areas such as but not limited to: artificial inte
Full description
Assistant Professor in Visual Communication Design (Motion and Web Design)
Location: Lakewood, CO
Salary: $65k - $68k per year
Application Deadline: 12/1/2026
Overview
Rocky Mountain College of Art +Design is looking for a Full-Time Professor who has expertise in Visual Communication Design with an emphasis in Motion and Web Design for its Graphic Design program. The faculty member reports to the Chair and Lead of the Graphic Design program working closely with students, faculty, and administrative staff to advance teaching, student clubs and activities, co-curricular experiences, and curriculum development. They will work with academic leadership with a focus on monitoring and improving student learning and success, supporting faculty, and performing duties as assigned by the Chair and the Program Lead.
RMCAD’s Visual Communication Department offers degree programs rooted in industry-aligned practices, emerging technologies, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful applicant will have demonstrated expertise in Graphic Design workflows, with an emphasis on all areas of digital media including: interaction design, motion graphics, and web modernities. In alignment with our commitment to innovation, candidates must be proficient in the integration of AI-driven tools and emerging methodologies into the design process and curriculum. This position supports the continued design, development, and delivery of dynamic, studio-centered curricula and the advancement of learning outcomes to prepare students for leadership in an evolving digital landscape.
Required Qualifications
- A graduate degree (MA, MS, MFA, MDes, or equivalent) in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Motion Design, Web Design OR a Bachelor’s degree with a sustained record of professional or studio-based work in Digital Media, Graphic Design, Motion Design or Web Design demonstrated through credits, exhibitions, portfolio and live projects.
- Proficiency using and teaching industry-leading design software, including, but not limited to After Effects, Figma, Adobe Suite, HTML/CSS/JavaScript, prototyping tools, and modern web/mobile design methodologies.
- 2+ years of teaching experience in an accredited postsecondary institution with proven expertise in teaching motion and web design, design principles and related software.
- Examples of pedagogical approaches that align with the institution's mission and values, along with evidence of effective and inclusive teaching that values a diverse student body.
Preferred Qualifications
- A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Art, Design or a related discipline OR equivalent professional distinction recognized at a national or international level.