Adjunct Faculty: Advanced Motion Graphics Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Nossi College of Art & Design is searching for an adjunct Advanced Motion Graphics instructor. Must have a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field. Candidate must also have 5 years of professional experience. Must present an up-to-date resume and at least five examples of recent work. Teaching experience is preferred, but not required. Must demonstrate a strong desire to help and nurture others. 

The ideal candidate will be an expert in frame animation and highly proficient in Adobe After Effects. The Advanced Motion Graphics course is a continuation of the introduction course. It is designed to extend the understanding of the software and techniques used in the creation of professional motion graphics. Projects may include motion logos, motion text, audio syncing, infographic presentations, and exploring various plugins.

Courses meet once a week and are offered at 8-12pm, 1-5pm, and 6-10pm.

• This is a campus-based position in Nashville, TN.

POSITION CONCEPT:

The Instructor/Faculty is the main-stay of the academic program and is a master teacher in their subject area. The Instructor must be an effective classroom manager. Each Instructor must be adaptable to a variety of situations and have the ability to relate well to students, other faculty members and the administration of the College.

The Instructor must also believe in and follow the philosophy of the College and agree to support College policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

At a minimum, the Graphic Design faculty will have:

1. A Bachelor's degree, Graduate Degree preferred. 

2. Thorough knowledge of the subject matter.

3. Ability to teach, coach, mentor, and inspire learners.

4. At least five years professional experience working in the field that is being taught.

5. Must present an up-to-date resume with at least five examples of recent work.

6. Must know Adobe Creative Suite and Graphic Design Fundamentals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teach students according to approved syllabus. Changes may be made to the syllabus upon approval of the department Coordinator, Vice President of Academic Affairs, and President.

2. Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.

3. During the first class meeting, inform students of all course requirements, all materials that will be needed, all classroom policies including absences and tardies, all grading procedures, all project requirements, etc.

4. Take and record attendance for each class meeting separate from the students’ attendance sheets. Maintain all class records.

5. Monitor and chart each student’s progress through observation, reinforcement, remediation, tutoring and review.

6. Assist students’ progress by way of weekly quizzes, mid-term and final exams and by maintaining a current record of all grades including projects and presentations.

7. Counsel and advise students. Motivate students to do their best work.

8. Report all students with personal or psychological problems that may hinder academic performance or may result in potential harm to himself or others to the Student Services Director and College leadership.

9. Ensure student grading is completed on time and entered into the grade book consistently.

10. Notify every student, in writing, of their mid-term grade.

11. Make sure that classrooms are in good order at the end of each class.

12. Instructors must provide 3 ½ hours of learning opportunity for each class.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Thursday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Professional: 5 years (Required)
• 1 Year of teaching (Preferred) 

Work Location: ON CAMPUS ONLY

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Madison, TN 37115: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)