Dear Colleagues,

The graphic design program at The University of Memphis has two exciting tenure track positions open. Our program has grown significantly. Importantly, this growth has led to perhaps the most diverse student body of any program in our university, reflecting the diversity of our wider community. We hope to hire two new faculty this year and one more next year.

Thank you,

Michael

Announcement:


The Department of Art at The University of Memphis seeks to hire two tenure track Assistant Professors in Graphic Design beginning August 2022.

Job Description 1
The University of Memphis Department of Art is seeking a tenure-track faculty member committed to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with a primary focus in motion graphics, with strong experience in animation, 3-D modeling and visualization, projection, AR and VR. The candidate will be responsible for teaching three courses per semester and should have knowledge of current and emerging technologies in new media and have a strong background in design theory and history. Strong consideration will be given to candidates who also demonstrate knowledge and sensitivity to design aesthetics and typography. Other duties will include advising graphic design majors, developing curricula, overseeing student internships, engaging in professional activities, and participating in department and college-wide service.

Job Description 2
The University of Memphis Department of Art is seeking a tenure-track faculty member committed to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with a primary focus in digital design, with strong experience in UI/UX design and HTML/PHP/CSS/JavaScript. Comprehensive understanding of user research, participatory design, prototyping, and user testing are preferred. The candidate will be responsible for teaching three courses per semester and should have knowledge of current and emerging technologies in media and have a strong background in design theory and history. Strong consideration will be given to candidates who also demonstrate knowledge and sensitivity to design aesthetics and typography. Other duties will include advising graphic design students, developing curricula, overseeing student internships, engaging in professional activities, and participating in department and college-wide service.

Qualifications
Candidates must hold an MFA/MGD/MDes or appropriate terminal degree and should be professionally active with a record of creative achievements. Previous teaching experience at the college level is preferred. Candidates must be proficient with the Macintosh platform and current/emerging software and programming languages for creating interactive media.

Application Materials
Candidates should go to https://workforum.memphis.edu<https://workforum.memphis.edu/> to submit an application. Candidate must upload PDFs of the following: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Philosophy, Sample Syllabus, one PDF including 20 Recent Works, and one PDF including 20 Student Works. Candidates will also submit email addresses for three reference providers. Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2021 and may continue until position is filled.

Additional information about the program and setting:
The University of Memphis is a research institution in the urban south situated in a city well known for a uniquely rich cultural legacy in the arts. The College of Communication and Fine Arts is comprised of the Architecture, Art, Communication, Journalism, and Theatre and Dance departments, the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music, and The Art Museum of the University of Memphis (AMUM). The Department of Art also features The Martha and Robert Fogelman Galleries of Contemporary Art. The Department of Art is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.


The Department of Art offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Master of Fine Arts degrees in various fine arts concentrations as well as a Master of Arts degree in Art History and a Master of Arts in Teaching in Art Education. There are approximately 458 art majors taught by 17 full time arts faculty. The Department is also served by five professional staff. Further information about the Department of Art and The University of Memphis is available on the following websites: www.memphis.edu/art<http://www.memphis.edu/art> and www.memphis.edu<http://www.memphis.edu/>.

The Chair of the Graphic Design Search Committee is Prof. Gary Golightly

Michael Schmidt, PhD, MGD
Associate Professor, Graphic Design
Department of Art
Affiliate Faculty, Social and Behavioral Sciences
School of Public Health
The University of Memphis




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