Graphic Design Faculty Associate

The Design School in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at ASU invites applications for part-time Graphic Design Faculty Associate appointments for Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027. We are seeking Faculty Associates with expertise in various areas of design to teach undergraduate courses.

Specializations may include developing designs in analog and digital formats for motion design 3D design creative exploration project management professional development interactive design accessible design or focused segments such as visual storytelling typography layout design color theory branding and information design skills. The successful candidate(s) will teach in-person or online courses prepare course materials evaluate student work and assist students. Faculty Associates positions are one semester non-benefits eligible fixed-term appointments with no tenure implications not to exceed .40 FTE.

The number of courses is contingent upon needs funding and sufficient enrollment. Salary is based upon qualifications and assigned teaching load. Individuals employed as Faculty Associates may not hold multiple non-benefits-eligible appointments at Arizona State University.

Faculty Associate assignments are paid $1500-$2000 per credit hour depending on the component over the length of the session.

Anticipated start date is: Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Session A B or C

Essential Duties:

Prepare and deliver course content including lectures exercises and critiques.

Evaluate student work and provide timely feedback.

Assist students through office hours seminars or online forums.

Support course administration as needed (e.g. syllabus preparation coordination with teaching assistants).

Teach in one or more of the following modalities: in person online or hybrid.

Working Environment:

The successful candidate(s) will teach in-person or online courses:

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled classroom setting subject to extended periods of standing lecturing and facilitating classroom activities

Frequently required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work

Occasional bending reaching lifting pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds

Occasional activities require the ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts

Clearly communicate to perform essential functions

Regular use of standard office equipment including but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard monitor mouse) printer copier telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals

Department Statement: For more about the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts visit: Or about The Design School visit: Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design
• At least two (2) years of professional Graphic Design experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of design methodologies and professional practice.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Understanding of project management for concurrent projects and multiple deadlines.
• Familiarity with video production workflows and motion graphics or interactive media.
• Experience designing accessible digital content that aligns with accessibility standards.
• Strong visual storytelling typography layout color theory branding and information design skills.