Lecturer or Professor of Practice in Graphic and Interactive Design

Point Park University • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Point Park University's School of Communication (SOC) is seeking applications for a nontenure-track Lecturer or Professor of Practice in Graphic and Interactive Design, with the position commencing in the Fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching graphic and interactive design courses, with potential additional coursework in SOC's media arts core curriculum for Bachelor of Fine Arts programs. A key aspect of the role involves mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates are expected to stay current with industry best practices and technology. The university's collective bargaining agreement mandates faculty members to teach three graduate classes or four undergraduate classes per semester, with opportunities for course releases for scholarly activity and university service. Point Park University, established in 1960 and located in Downtown Pittsburgh, is an urban institution with a strong liberal arts foundation, enrolling nearly 4,000 students across over 100 programs. The School of Communication offers various Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees, including graphic and interactive design.

Requirements

• Have an earned MFA in graphic design or media arts, an MBA, or an MA in Mass Communication or a related field for the lecturer role OR a bachelor of arts for the professor of practice role
• Have five years of professional work experience in graphic and interactive design or an artistic position
• Have the ability to teach courses in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Branding, Typography, Professional Practices
• Have experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
• Have authorization to work in the United States and not require employer sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Track record of success in working with diverse communities of clients, students, and colleagues

Responsibilities

• Teach graphic and interactive design courses
• Teach in SOC's media arts core curriculum for Bachelor of Fine Arts programs (additional coursework)
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Maintain an active understanding of current industry best practices and technology
• Teach three graduate classes or four undergraduate classes per semester

Benefits

• Opportunities for course releases for scholarly activity and service to the university
• Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience and based on the minimums set by the university's collective bargaining agreement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees