About this role
Job title: Visiting Assistant Professor, Communication Design
About the Role The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in the Ullman School of Design’s Communication Design Program for the 2026–2027 academic year. This full-time, non-tenure-track appointment focuses on undergraduate instruction in motion design and related areas of visual communication, requiring professional experience and demonstrated expertise.
What You'll Do
- Teach undergraduate courses in the Communication Design Program’s motion design and related areas within the design curriculum
- Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction
- Prepare syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with program outcomes
- Maintain accurate academic records and grading
- Provide timely feedback and support students’ career readiness and professional growth
- Develop and update curriculum aligned with industry standards
- Participate in departmental meetings and appropriate service activities
- Other related duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
- BFA or BS degree in Graphic Design, Motion Design, Digital Media, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated professional experience in motion design and visual communication
- Demonstrated proficiency in relevant software (Adobe Creative Suite—After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator; Cinema 4D; Blender, etc.)
- Strong portfolio of creative and professional work
- Evidence of effective teaching, training, or mentoring
- Two years of work experience in the motion design industry, or equivalent professional experience
- Terminal degree in Graphic Design, Motion Design, Digital Media, or a closely related field
- Prior college-level teaching experience in time-based media within the visual communication field
- Experience with online or hybrid instruction
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: competitive salary based on experience
- Tuition remission for employee and eligible dependents, covering nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university
- Retirement plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP); UC contributes 14–18% of salary depending on position
- Work-life balance: generous time-off policy including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and Winter Season Days
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts and wellness programs
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
UC is an E-Verify employer and supports UC’s mission of student success and community impact.