Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position TitleJournalism Adjunct Professor - Survey of Multimedia
DivisionProvost
Major DepartmentCollege of Arts and Sciences
DepartmentCommunications Department
LocationLa Verne Main Campus
Diversity Statement
The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.
Job Description
The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.
If you're passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!
The Journalism program in the Department of Communications at the University of La Verne (30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles) has an * immediate opening * for a part-time adjunct instructor/professor to teach Survey of Multimedia in the Fall. The 16-week semester begins on August 22.The course is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. - 6:40 p.m. on Wednesdays, and it will be taught live in person (or "hybrid" in person and online) or remotely if required by state or county mandates.Course Description:
This course will introduce students to the components of multimedia: text, graphics, animation, audio and video and teach them to manipulate these media to author an interactive multimedia project.
Course Objectives:
To define various forms of digital multimedia.To introduce the principles and practices of interactive multimedia design.To plan and diagram all components of an interactive multimedia project.To explore the effective uses, applications and technical issues of media for effective communication.To introduce and utilize several software and hardware tools of multimedia production.To apply the skills and capabilities learned to create and present a culminating multimedia project.
Under the direction of the Program Chair:
Develop and Maintain Syllabus Materials: The adjunct professor is responsible for selecting and compiling tests, assignments and/or online discussion exercises to meet the course learning objectives.Facilitate Class Instruction: The adjunct professor is responsible for teaching the assigned course in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines.Evaluate Student Performance: The adjunct professor is expected to administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All course grades will be posted on the Blackboard Grade Center.
Required Qualifications
* Master's in Fine Arts Degree* Experience in Digital Media* Teaching Experience in Higher Education
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits Summary
Below is a list of benefits and perks offered to Adjunct Faculty:
* Benefit Hub (discount perks)* Free Parking* Adjunct Faculty Development Funds* Staff discounted lunches at the Spot* 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics* Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)* Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory - Voluntary Contribution at anytime* Medical (must meet hours)* Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
Hiring Pay Rate
Hiring Salary Per Hiring Rank:
Adjunct Instructor (no terminal degree): $27.04
Adjunct Professor (with terminal degree): $28.08
Posting Detail Information
Posting NumberAF073P
Job Open Date07/21/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload your cover letter, resume, CV and transcripts.
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