Visiting Assistant Professor of Art (Design/Digital Media)

Coker University•Hartsville, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, one-year visiting faculty position with competitive salary and benefits beginning August 2026, reporting to the Dean and Director of the McCall School of Visual and Performing Arts. The ideal candidate is an individual who values interdisciplinary art programs, embodies excellent interpersonal skills, thoughtfully communicates with students, faculty, and staff; and works well with students from a wide range of backgrounds.

Requirements

A terminal graduate degree in the fields of digital media, graphic design, photography, creative technologies, illustration; or a closely related graduate degree with relevant experience.
Teaching or possessing a professional background in one or more of the following areas: emerging technologies, graphic design, photography, digital fabrication, VR/AR, digital media, time-based media, illustration, or related fields
Teaching and working with current design industry software and technology
Implementing active learning strategies that support student success regardless of their prior experience in art and design, or within higher education
Active research and/or strong portfolio showcasing a range of professional experiences
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Statement of teaching philosophy
Professional portfolio of 20 works, provided as PDF, JPEG, PowerPoint slides, or dedicated URL
Portfolio of 10-20 examples of students' work with descriptions, provided as PDF, JPEG, PowerPoint slides, or dedicated URL ( unless the applicant is seeking to transition from an industry career into teaching)
Copies of academic transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate)
Complete contact information for three professional references

Nice To Haves

Teaching all levels of undergraduate students
Teaching introductory to advanced studio courses
Teaching stacked studio courses
Recruiting and advising students

Responsibilities

Teach introductory to advanced studio courses in one or more of the following: emerging technologies, digital media, graphic design, photography, illustration, or closely related fields for undergraduate students
Teach foundational courses and/or general education courses, as needed (to be determined by consultation with program coordinator)
Collaborate in a variety of activities with faculty in the Art Program, with other program faculty in the McCall School of Visual and Performing arts, and with faculty and staff across the University
Assist program coordinator in managing and maintaining the needs of the program
Commit to and contribute actively to Coker's mission