Job Description

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is Arizona’s premier private Christian university.

The College of Arts and Media offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach for our online campus.

Why Work at GCU:

  • Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Perks and Discounts

Course: History of Design

This writing intensive course focuses on the history of visual arts, graphic design, and animation; genres of design; and the influence of artists, graphic artists, and animators through the ages. Emphasis is placed on the history of and current developments in the digital and information age. Technology requirement: Students provide their own laptop. 

What You Will Do:

  • Facilitate weekly main discussion forums to engage students in the online classroom
  • Adhere to weekly grading requirements, deadlines, and timeframes
  • Respond to students’ questions and emails within the established timeframes
  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University

What You Will Bring:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Mass Communication, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Advertising, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Mass Communication, or a related field.

Additional Requirements

  • 3-5 years of professional industry experience.
  • Strong knowledge of advertising theories, design principles, and campaign development.
  • Understanding of Copyright, Trademark, and Intellectual Property, including ethics, laws, consequences, and content evaluation.

Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:

  • Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees
  • Any applicable licenses/certifications

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Application Instructions

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