Adjunct Faculty Digital Photography

Lorain County Community College • Elyria, OH

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Visual Arts at Lorain County Community College seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Digital Photography. A course is available beginning in the Fall 2026 semester, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Successful applicants may also be considered for future course sections. The position reports to the Art Program Coordinator, and classes are held on the main campus in Elyria, Ohio.

The course combines photographic and computer technologies. Students explore using computers to produce photographic imagery without traditional methods. Digital cameras and scanners are used to create, modify, and produce files suitable for grayscale or four-color printing. The course also discusses legal implications of modified imagery, including evidentiary and intellectual property issues.

The instructor prepares and delivers lessons, assignments, and vocabulary; evaluates and grades student work; maintains attendance records; submits grades and other documentation by deadlines; prepares course materials; meets with students outside class hours; attends annual convocation and art faculty meetings; uses Canvas for grades and course information; and complies with school, division, and departmental policies.

Applicants must submit a cover letter detailing areas of expertise, an updated curriculum vitae, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Official transcripts are required upon employment, and the selected candidate must complete a background check before being hired. Employees are expected to reside in Ohio and within reasonable commuting distance of the work location so they can respond to on-campus requirements.

Requirements

• Master of Fine Arts degree in Photography.
• Practical experience in Photography and Digital Photography, including software, hardware, printing, and methods of display.
• Teaching experience in a studio setting.
• Professional artist practice, with a portfolio of work and documentation of exhibition or equivalent professional activity.
• Submit a cover letter detailing area(s) of expertise, an updated CV, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and contact information for three professional references.
• Complete a background check before being hired.
• Reside in Ohio and within reasonable commuting distance of the work location to respond to on-campus work requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of film cameras and darkroom practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver Digital Photography lessons, assignments, and vocabulary.
• Evaluate, critique, and grade student artwork.
• Maintain attendance records and submit grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines.
• Prepare written materials such as syllabi, handouts, and other course documents.
• Be available to meet students outside classroom hours.
• Attend the annual convocation and art faculty meetings.
• Use Canvas for grades and other course information.
• Comply with school, division, and departmental policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level