The School of Applied Sciences and Technology has an opening for a full-time Instructor in the Graphic Communications Certificate Program. The program focuses on real-world issues and practical skills. Instructional assignments may include topics such as design fundamentals, graphic application foundations, page assembly, digital production and communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and delivering relevant course material
- Conducting student evaluations, maintaining records, and providing student feedback
- Participating in course and program development and reviews as required
- Provide student assistance and tutoring
- Liaising with program staff to ensure content relevance
- Other duties as assigned
The candidate should:
- Be energetic in leading and motivating students
- Have well developed communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Be committed to student motivation, achievement and quality service
- Have a strong orientation to student success and satisfaction
- Be empathetic to student needs
- Be able to work effectively in a team environment
- Have an interest in creative modes of course delivery
Skills and Abilities:
Ideal candidates will have excellent knowledge in the printing process, digital environment, design, illustration, typography and layout in a variety of mediums. Your skillset should include: Advanced Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat and production software tools. Other required skills will include concept development, composition, page layout, typography, colour theory, along with excellent written and communication skills.
Qualifications:
- A degree/diploma in a design or media-related program along with 3 years of related industry experience is required
- Instructional experience at a post-secondary level would be a definite asset
- Equivalencies will be considered.
Candidates selected for an interview will be required to do a teaching demonstration (5-8 minutes) on any topic covered in the program and candidates will be required to provide a digital, web or printed portfolio at the interview.
Remuneration: Will commensurate with education and experience - $2,432.45 - $4,231.45 biweekly PLUS a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification – NASA Instructor)
This position is covered by the NASA (NAIT Academic Staff Association) Collective Agreement.
Please submit a resume and Cover Letter to be considered for this opportunity. Apply online today at nait.ca/careers
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What we offer
We've created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.
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Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.
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Additional requirements
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Accommodations
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We thank you for your application however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.