Adjunct, Photography

Drexel University • Philadelphia, PA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design at Drexel University trains the next generation of scholars, thinkers, makers, and doers in media, entertainment, design, and the visual and performing arts. Westphal offers 18 undergraduate and nine graduate majors in award-winning facilities that encourage collaboration across creative disciplines. The college reimagines the role of design, media, and the arts in building a better future, challenging students to center sustainability, access, and equity in their approaches. Through experiential learning, studio-based curriculum, and Drexel’s Cooperative Education program, students are positioned to face challenges and define creative careers of the 21st century.

Adjunct faculty may teach 1 to 2 courses per semester. The candidate will be capable of teaching various levels of the undergraduate program, be proficient in traditional techniques, and have a broad understanding of new approaches to Photography. The interdisciplinary nature of the program requires that faculty maintain an active professional practice and meaningfully contribute to a variety of areas. Adjunct faculty are responsible for effectively teaching students in the assigned classroom or remote settings. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for effectively implementing the mission of the Department of Design. Responsibilities may include teaching during the day or evening, with the potential for online only, in-person only, or a combination of both.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Photography.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Capture One and Lightroom.
• Ability to teach evenings and/or weekends as assigned.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience.
• Advanced Degree(s).
• Ability to teach online/remote classes.
• Ability to develop new coursework.

Responsibilities

• Teach required number of credit hours per quarter based on their contract.
• Teach studio, lecture, and/or practicum courses per their contract.
• Plan and provide instructional experiences that reflect an understanding of the philosophy, objectives, and curriculum of the program.
• Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes.
• Maintain communication with the program director regarding any course or student issues.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level