Adjunct Faculty - Art and Design presso University System of New Hampshire

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The Graphic Design program at Keene State College seeks a dynamic graphic design instructor to teach ART260 Graphic Design Thinking, an intermediate-level design course for the spring 2026 semester.

Course Description: Graphic Design Thinking is the second course in a three-course sequence dedicated to the study and practice of graphic design. Graphic Design Thinking builds upon the fundamental principles explored in the first-year core while reinforcing concept development, typographic hierarchy, design composition, and production skills. Students explore graphic design as an expressive, organizational, and informative medium to communicate client imperatives. Projects typically include, but are not limited to, layout, identity design, menus, album covers, sequences, information design, and more.

Our students come from diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds, with a high percentage of first-generation college students. By the time Keene State College students complete their undergraduate experience, they develop critical thinking, creative inquiry, intercultural competence, civic engagement, and commitment to well-being that will serve them as active citizens and lifelong learners. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who will support the College’s ongoing efforts to help students become responsible global citizens.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, digital media, or a closely associated and relevant field; at least three years of college-level teaching (beyond teaching assistantship) experience and/or at least five years of industry experience in the area(s) related to their design specialty; expertise in graphic design and typography across print-based and screen-based media; excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse professional, community, and student population required.

The successful candidate will also have the following technical proficiencies:

• Mac OS (and Windows)

• Graphic Design Ability (design, layout, color, identity, typography)

• Adobe Suite

• Office Related Products

Applicant Instructions

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Letter of application addressing the qualifications

• Personal portfolio of professional graphic design

• Selected student work

• Curriculum Vitae

• Contact information for three references

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled or otherwise closed at the college’s discretion.

Compensation Pay Range:

$$800/credit or $840/credit for those with terminal degrees

Keene State College is located in the center of New England in the beautiful Monadnock region. The region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. Boston, Montreal, and New York City are 2-4 hours away. For more information about the Monadnock region, visit: http://discovermonadnock.com/

Keene State College is the public liberal arts college of the University System of New Hampshire, enrolling students from the New England region and beyond. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, visit: http://www.keene.edu/, http://www.usnh.edu/ or http://www.ci.keene.nh.us

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

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