Winthrop University, a highly ranked, nationally recognized public comprehensive institution, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Graphic Design.
This is a 9-month, full-time appointment in the Department of Design within the College of Visual and Performing Arts in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
We are located miles from Charlotte, North Carolina’s thriving design and arts community and international airport.
Department facilities include an on-campus fabrication lab, art and design studios and private faculty studio/ offices on campus and in downtown Rock Hill.
The newly opened J.
Robert Bazemore Design Center at The Thread—a renovated historic textile mill a few blocks from campus—offers additional studios and collaborative spaces for teaching, research, and partnerships with community and industry.
Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to design studies—especially at the foundation level.
The candidate will demonstrate expertise across all levels of the graphic design discipline; especially in print design practices typography, magazine layout, poster and super-graphic creation), with a focus in pre-press standards and print production required for producing posters, magazines, books, brochures, and other print media.
The ideal candidate will be a leader in the discipline of Graphic Design, with experience teaching across all levels of the curriculum.
The candidate will have had previous involvement in student advising, curriculum development and collaborating with faculty.
They should demonstrate previous engagement with program promotion through industry and community outreach to support recruitment, retention, and student success.
Position Responsibilities
About the College
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About Winthrop University
Founded in 6, Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offers its 6,-plus undergraduate and graduate students an educational experience that blends liberal arts, professional programs, global awareness, and civic engagement.
The values of service, excellence, community, and leadership provide the foundation for Winthrop’s continuing development and shape Winthrop’s continuing success.
Numerous national accolades reflect the sustained high quality and value of the Winthrop Experience, including the most recent News & World Report’s ranking of Winthrop as one of the top- public comprehensive universities in the South.
Winthrop is an active member of the Rock Hill community and recognized as a key component of the region’s economic resurgence.
Approximately minutes from Charlotte, North Carolina, Winthrop has direct access to and is engaged in a broad and expansive regional business community.
Winthrop’s beautiful campus encompasses a rich architectural blend of neo-Georgian buildings and is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
The attractive recreational and research complex area that surrounds Winthrop Lake is home to Winthrop’s Division I men’s and women’s sports.
Benefits
At Winthrop University, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that significantly enhances the total compensation for our employees.
In partnership with the State of South Carolina and the Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), our benefits include health and life insurance, generous paid leave, parental leave, and retirement programs.
These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees.
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While applications received by November , 5, will receive fullest consideration, the committee will begin reviewing applications as they arrive.
Applicants are therefore encouraged to submit materials well in advance of the November deadline.
Required Documents
References
References will not be contacted without consulting first with the candidate.
Position Availability
All applications and nominations will be handled in confidence.
References will not be contacted without consulting first with the candidate.
Questions about the position and nominations should be directed to Department of Design Chair, Jason Tselentis:
Contact Information
Questions about the position and nominations should be directed to Department of Design Chair, Jason Tselentis:
Background Check
Winthrop University is committed to providing a safe campus community.
Winthrop conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment.
Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.