About this role
Job title: Adjunct Instructor, Video Production
About the Role Roosevelt University is seeking a skilled and creative Adjunct Instructor to teach an undergraduate video production course designed for Graphic Design majors at our partner university centers in Illinois. This on-site course introduces the fundamentals of video creation as a visual communication tool, including storytelling, shooting techniques, audio capture, and non-linear editing, and provides Graphic Design students with real-world training on how their work intersects with professional video production.
What You'll Do
- Teach one or more sections of a video production course for Graphic Design students at Harper University Center (Woodstock, IL) and/or McHenry University Center (Palatine, IL) in person.
- Introduce fundamentals of video storytelling, shot composition, lighting, audio recording, and the roles and responsibilities involved in a full on-location shoot.
- Teach video editing workflows using industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- Guide students through project development from concept and storyboarding to final edit.
- Provide critiques and feedback that integrate design principles and video production.
- Develop assignments and assessments that support course learning outcomes.
- Maintain a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Submit grades and course documentation according to university policies.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Film, Video Production, Motion Design, Graphic Design, or a closely related field.
- Professional experience in video production, editing, or motion design.
- Demonstrated proficiency with video editing software and digital video workflows.
- Ability to teach foundational concepts of video, sound, and editing to non-film majors.
- Willingness to teach at partner centers in IL (Woodstock and Palatine) and work in-person.
Compensation & Benefits
- Per-course compensation: $3,982.00 for a 3-credit course (Fall 2025). Compensation is prorated for courses with different credit values.
- Entry into the union for subsequent semesters of employment is required.
- Voluntary benefits such as tuition remission, commuter savings, voluntary retirement contributions, and pet insurance are available upon union membership and eligibility.