Graphic design assistant Jobs in Westminster, CO

Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Program Lead (UI / UX Focus)

Location : Lakewood, CO

Target Salary : $65,000 - 75,000 per year

Application Deadline : Open until filled Rocky Mountain College of Art +Design is looking for an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Program Lead who has expertise in UI / UX Design for its Graphic Design Program within the Visual Communication Design Department. Program Leads are experienced faculty and discipline experts. As such, they offer discipline expertise to the department and focus on performance metrics related to teaching and learning.

Program Leads provide academic leadership and administrative support within the program, with a focus on curriculum, improving student learning and success, mentoring and supporting part time faculty, and assisting the department chair with administrative functions such as studio activities and events, scheduling, budgeting, and program management. Program Leads hold a faculty rank with an approved teaching load. 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 UI / UX design, 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, UI / UX Design, or Interaction Design, OR a bachelor’s degree plus a substantial, sustained record of professional practice, client work, or in-house design or creative agency experience that is widely recognized within the field.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in an academic, curricular, or professional context (e.g., Program Lead, curriculum coordinator, department head, studio, agency, or corporate management position with mentoring or training responsibilities).
• 2+ years of teaching experience in an accredited postsecondary institution with proven expertise in teaching UI / UX 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 highly values a diverse student body.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across faculty, instructional design, and academic leadership structures.

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Note : This position is on ground, requiring Program Leads to be on campus as required by senior leadership at RMCAD. About RMCAD : Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is an innovative, rigorous, and community-oriented global learning environment that inspires passion for critical thinking and prepares learners to be forces of change in the creative industries, our communities, and the world. RMCAD was established in 1963 by Philip J. Steele, who had a vision to provide students with a quality higher education in art and design. RMCAD continues to experience growth since its comparatively modest beginnings and now thrives on a lush, historic campus including more than 23 acres of land and 16 buildings. We are also pioneers in the online learning environment for art and design. RMCAD currently has over 2,000 students enrolled. RMCAD is dedicated to living its mission and values, specifically that “Our students come first.” The college continuously works with faculty and staff towards developing an evolving student-ready paradigm. RMCAD is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and maintains a policy of inclusiveness that recognizes values and reflects the diversity of the community it serves. The college fosters a dynamic learning and working environment that encourages multiple perspectives and the free exchange of ideas. We welcome people from a multitude of backgrounds who are committed to creativity, academic excellence, societal and cultural evolution and betterment, civility, mutual respect, social justice, and the free and open exchange of ideas. Working Conditions and Physical Demands :

The work environment is a typical office environment which may include moderate noise, some evening or weekend hours, confined workspaces, fast work pace with unscheduled interruptions, the need to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and extensive time sitting and working with computers. Occasional overnight travel required.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time. Our Benefits :

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Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.