Lecturer Graphic Design

Lecturer Graphic Design

Job ID: 305356

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most
comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one
of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a
single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with
149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral
levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington
D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across
the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro,
anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and
pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic
downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a
modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and
military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in
Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest,
offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across
southeast Georgia.

Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of
Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of
Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N.
Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of
Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College
of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern
delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience,
research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed
to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across
its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who
are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across
the nation and around the world.

For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Location
Georgia Southern University, a public Carnegie Doctoral/R2 with
a Carnegie Community Engagement classification, offers
approximately 149 different degree programs serving nearly 31,600
students through 11 colleges on four campuses in Savannah,
Hinesville, Statesboro, Swainsboro and online instruction. Founded
in 1906, Georgia Southern is a leader in higher education in
southeast Georgia with expert faculty and a focus on public impact
research and engaging learning opportunities through knowledge and
know-how that prepare our students to soar beyond and take
ownership of their lives, careers and communities. Visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Statesboro
Campus

1332 Southern Drive

Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information
Within this setting, the
central mission of The Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art
(BFSDoArt) is to develop students¿both majors and non-majors¿into
critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, compassionate human
beings, and life-long learners. With a focus on professional
practice and leadership through creative activity, the BFSDoArt
provides students with innovative curricula incorporating relevant
technologies and interdisciplinary approaches to educate students
with the requisite technical skills and theoretical knowledge for
competitive and successful careers as professional artists, art
historians, and designers. The BFSDoArt offers interactions with
visiting artists and scholars, and a varied exhibition schedule in
our state-of-the-art Center for Art and Theatre galleries.
Scholarship, internship, and travel abroad opportunities are also
available in our ongoing commitment to the development of a
well-rounded future world citizen whose creative research
recognizes both aesthetic issues and global awareness.

Job Summary
Reporting to the
BFSDoArt Department Chair, the Lecturer in Art will support the
department's BFA Graphic Design Program and Foundations Program .
Teaching responsibilities include GD Typography and Imagery, GD
Experience and Interactivity, GD Process and Methodology, and 2D
Digital Applications and Technology, . Department service
responsibilities include assisting with the development of a career
focused Digital Media concentration in Graphic Design, serving on a
departmental committee, attending monthly faculty meetings, and
participating in retention and recruiting activities. The standard
5/4 teaching load includes foundation digital courses and core
Graphic Design courses. This is a 10 month, non-tenure track,
academic year appointment.

Required Qualifications

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Terminal degree (PhD/MFA/MGD/MDes) in Graphic Design or a closely
related field, with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Graphic
Design, earned by August 1, 2027.

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2 years as the Instructor of Record for beginning level graphic
design courses and/or digital Foundation courses.

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Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including Adobe
Creative Cloud applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and
Figma.

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Willingness to engage with institutional and departmental student
success initiatives.

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Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in
instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and
development.

Preferred Qualifications

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Strong understanding of graphic design history, theory, and
contemporary practice.

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Demonstrated experience integrating AI technologies and ethical
practices into graphic design and digital media curriculum.

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Experience teaching motion graphics.

Proposed Salary
Commensurate
with experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the
qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; a holistic
statement of teaching philosophy including student success
initiatives; a digital portfolio of (5) labeled examples of
professional work and (20) examples of students¿ work, collected
into one PDF or PPT file; and the names, addresses, telephone
numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional
references.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the
University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,
Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional
goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and
human relations skills

Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled

Screening of applications begins November 25, 2026 and continues
until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1,
2027.

Contact Information

Loraine Wible, Search co-Chair

lwible@georgiasouthern.edu

Samantha Yoo, Search co-Chair

syoo@georgiasouthern.edu

Telephone: 912-478-5358

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25
institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System
Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,
Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation
for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community
member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these
standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and
Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and
can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line
at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment
All work
(with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside
activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia
Southern University must be completed while the employee is
physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically
authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited
period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university
community by engaging students, participating in events, and
performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform
service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern
provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of
employment are contingent upon completion of background
investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating
your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University,
as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole
discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history
reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a
satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a
pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and
state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this
institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents
(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are
available for your inspection upon request.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free
Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity
More
information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu.
The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other
non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection
under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or
disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under
the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search
process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information
This is not a
supervisory position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check
Standard +
Education

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