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Description & Requirement  Assistant Professor of Photography (Digital Imaging) School of Arts and Communication 10-Month, Tenure Track Position Responsibilities: Southwestern College invites applications for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor in Photography & Digital Imagining. The program offers courses in digital photography, studio lighting, portraiture, editorial & advertising photography, darkroom, alternative processes, digital imaging, and website design. The program recently opened a new facility, revised curriculum, revised the certificate that prepares students for photographic industry, and created a new associates degree. Current and future needs include collaboration with Telemedia to create a videography certificate program. The Photography & Digital Imagining Program serves students pursuing photographic and digital-based careers, transfer, fine art, and the community at large. The successful applicant will work in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment through the Department of Art while teaching 3 studio classes per semester. The program works closely with visual arts, telemedia, graphic design, and journalism. This position may include a combination of day, evening, weekend, and extension site assignments. General Faculty Attributes and Responsibilities: Southwestern College is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. Southwestern College faculty are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity, and respect when interacting with students, peers, classified employees, and administration. They observe proper and appropriate channels of communication, enforce the policies and regulations of the college and strive to support and improve college programs. In addition to instruction, general responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: teaching all classes as scheduled and maintaining office hours that are supportive of students; appropriate class preparation in support of all course objectives; impartial assessment and evaluation of students; adequate tracking and record keeping of student performance and outcomes; attendance at meetings pertinent to faculty professional responsibilities, including standing and ad hoc committees; consistent involvement in professional development and/or extracurricular activities; involvement in the shared governance process. Faculty are expected to play a proactive role in the updating and revision of their discipline-specificexisting course outlines and development of new curriculum, as well as the effective utilization of instructional technology, and a general understanding and support of on-line instructional techniques and andragogy; active participation in strategic planning and program review as well as departmental and discipline business; assisting in supervision of the photo facilities and digital media computer labs. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Photography, Fine Arts, or Art OR Bachelor’s Degree in any of the above AND Master’s Degree in Art History or Humanities OR the equivalent, OR valid California Community College Credential. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, and sensitivity to, a rich and diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities. A teaching demonstration will be required of finalists. Desired Qualifications: The successful applicant should have a Master of Arts or a Master of Fine Art Degree in Photography and/or an Art Discipline with an emphasis in Photography and/or Digital Imaging, with at least 2 years teaching experience, and a strong exhibition record. Thorough knowledge of traditional photographic processes and digital imaging techniques is essential. Knowledge and experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Light room, and website design software is essential. Experience in non-traditional approaches, studio lighting, photographic and digital imaging industry, interdisciplinary work in digital media, and experience with maintaining mac computer labs, software, and servers is desirable. Other criteria and knowledge include the history of photography, and contemporary theory and criticism. Experience in teaching in an online environment. SALARY & BENEFITS: Upon initial employment, full-time faculty members are placed on the salary schedule based upon years of experience and education. The maximum initial placement for experience is Step 6. Faculty members are encouraged to continue their professional development through additional study qualifying them for advancement on the salary schedule. For current salary schedules and information on salary placement visit our website at www.swccd.edu. Excellent fringe benefits. STARTING DATE: January 6, 2012 (Spring Semester, 2012) APPLICATION DEADLINE: All application materials must be received in the Human Resources Office. Position open until filled. Applications received by the first screening deadline of 11:59 p.m. on Friday, October 28, 2011 are guaranteed to be reviewed by the selection committee. Any application received after the deadline is not guaranteed a review. FAXED AND E-MAILED MATERIAL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, HOWEVER, APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ON-LINE AT OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE, https://jobs.swccd.edu. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit the following application materials online at https://jobs.swccd.edu: • Letter of application (cover letter) • SWC Online Employment Application • Resume • Two current letters of recommendation dated within the past year • Unofficial copies of college transcripts with date degree conferred • 20 digital images of candidate’s art work* • 20 digital images of student’s art work* • Index of digital images printed in contact sheet format • Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for return of art work. *NOTE: Digital images can be on either USB Flash Memory Drive or CD. These images must be readable on a Mac Computer running OSX 10.6 (snow leopard) and a Windows Computer running Windows 7. Digital images should be .jpeg format. Image size must be at least 1500 pixels on the longest side (but no larger than 3000 pixels). Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. Upon offer of employment, the successful applicant must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all application materials are received by the deadline date. All materials included in your application packet become District property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only. We reserve the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay or cancel filling this position. INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, Southwestern Community College District will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Copyright ©2011 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-f494abe4d4b13a6d21de693c794273f7 Application (When applying, please mention this ad in TedJob.com) Think this job inappropriate for the site? Please click here to have our staff review it. |
