Part-Time Faculty--Video for Graphic Design

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate video production courses for Graphic Design majors at partner university centers in Palatine and Woodstock, IL.
• Introduce students to fundamentals of video storytelling, shot composition, lighting, and audio recording.
• Instruct students on video editing workflows using industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Guide students through the full project lifecycle, from initial concept and storyboarding to the final edit.
• Provide constructive critiques that integrate design principles with video production techniques.
• Develop assignments and assessments that support course learning outcomes and maintain a supportive classroom environment.

Requirements

• 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 Adobe Creative Cloud and digital video workflows.
• Ability to teach foundational concepts of video, sound, and editing to non-film majors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MFA or MA) in Film, Motion Design, Media Arts, Graphic Design, or a related discipline.
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Experience working with design students or integrating motion and video into design curricula.
• Familiarity with the Blackboard Learning Management system.

About the Company

Roosevelt University is a private, nonsectarian community of educators, scholars, and learners committed to academic, creative, and service excellence. We value differences in personal experiences and perspectives and promote mutual understanding, inclusion, and social justice. Our Graphic Design program emphasizes creative problem-solving and cross-media storytelling, preparing students for contemporary design environments.