Lecturer - Illustration

University of Colorado•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Arts & Media (CAM) at the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) is seeking a Lecturer in Illustration. CAM empowers a diverse community of makers, scholars, and innovators for success in the creative industries through critical inquiry, creative exploration, and real-world engagement. The Visual Arts program at CU Denver utilizes the city as a canvas and industry leaders as instructors, providing students with access to state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities for professional growth. The Illustration program is recognized nationally and offers a dynamic curriculum combining traditional, conceptual, and technology-based education, preparing students for successful careers in visual art, design, and illustration. Lecturer appointments are at-will, with teaching assignments determined on a semester-by-semester basis and subject to fluctuation based on course offerings.

Requirements

BFA in Illustration, Animation, Games or a related field.
Strong drawing & painting skills including perspective & anatomy.
Expertise in a specialization like Children’s Books, Comics, Concept Art, Animation, Game Art, Tattooing or similar.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills across multiple teaching modalities.
Demonstrated history of building and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, students, and community partners representing a wide range of perspectives.
Ability to work autonomously, taking initiative on tasks, and meeting deadlines.
Outwardly contribute to a respectful, positive, and professional workspace.
Interest in emerging trends and technologies in illustration education and practice.

Nice To Haves

MFA in Illustration.
Three (3) years professional experience.

Responsibilities

Teach one or two classes per semester (3-6 credit hours).
Focus instruction on one or more of the following areas: Illustration I: Image Making, Illustration II: Digital Media, Illustration III: Investigative Methods, Illustration IV: Thesis Development, Illustration V: BFA Thesis, Drawing 1, Life Drawing 1, Printed Image, Life Drawing 2: Portraiture & Anatomy, Life Painting and Drawing, Painting I, Media of Drawing, Drawing for Story, Digital Painting, Graphic Novel, Concept Art, Business of Art.