Teaching Fellow in Graphic Design

Part-time (21 hours per week)

Open-ended (permanent)

The Opportunity

Edinburgh College of Art is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and pro-active individual for the permanent part-time post of Teaching Fellow in Graphic Design, who will be able to deliver high-quality teaching provision. The post-holder will contribute to the programme vision for delivering innovative teaching. The post requires extensive experience of the skills necessary to perform within the graphic design environment. Applicants should demonstrate a significant track record of achievement in design theory and practical studio teaching. This post will place a focus across UG and PG teaching provision. The post holder would also be expected to be able to undertake PGR supervision where appropriate. We are looking for a Teaching Fellow in Graphic Design, with applied graphic design practice to support delivery of the BA & MA Graphic Design programmes across a range of courses in Graphic Design and ECA.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Master’s degree (PG) and/or Undergraduate degree in combination with extensive industry experience in Graphic Design or a related subject.
• Demonstrable industry lead expertise will also be considered.
• Experience of teaching and educational administration in higher/further education.
• A historical, theoretical and contextual understanding of the discipline.
• Professional graphic design industry experience, or experience as a practitioner. 
• Confident, clear communicator with obvious passion for teaching graphic design.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to work successfully as part of a team.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Empathetic and student-focused approach to teaching. 
• A demonstrable commitment to the principles and practices of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace

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