Assistant Professor of Illustration

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Position The successful candidate will be qualified to teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in the Illustration program. The successful candidate should be able to teach currently offered courses and be willing to develop new courses and course sequences that meet future requirements in an expanding field. Course assignments may include, but are not limited to, teaching traditional and digital illustration tools and techniques; illustration concepts, styles, and history; professional practices; and other essential industry skills that support visual narratives and storytelling. Faculty members are responsible for producing and maintaining creative activity and/or scholarly research relevant to the position that is recognized by peer review to achieve tenure.

The successful candidate will participate in departmental life and development, recruitment, and outreach efforts. They will contribute to a dynamic illustration program with a track record of growth and distinction derived from awards earned by its students, the successful art careers of its alumni, and the professional achievements of its faculty.

Required Qualifications

MFA or equivalent terminal degree in illustration or a related discipline from an accredited institution. College or university-level teaching experience in courses specifically relevant to the position. A sustained record of professional experience, creative practices, and/or scholarly achievement within the expanded field of illustration. Demonstrated proficiency in figurative sketching, drawing, and painting techniques utilizing industry-standard analog and/or digital illustration tools (i.e., Adobe Creative Suite).

Demonstrated knowledge of inventive image-building concepts, such as visual storytelling, staging, linear perspective, anatomy, light, color, and design principles. Successful student portfolio examples that demonstrate classroom teaching relevant to the job. Demonstrated excellence in and commitment to teaching of a highly diverse student population, including varied socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, and gender identity, etc. Demonstrated ability to contribute to a positive work environment with a wide and culturally diverse range of colleagues, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates various instructional abilities, including but not limited to studio demonstrations in methods and media, providing feedback and critiques, and effective lecturing. Demonstrates course development ability in contemporary standards and future curricular development, and is forward-thinking in navigating the impact of current and future AI environments. Exhibits a domain knowledge of the historical and current professional artists, practices, and standards specialized within the field of illustration. Significant professional reputation, creative practice, and industry network supported by peer-reviewed artworks (i.e., exhibitions, publications, commissions) within the expanded field of illustration.

Evidence of leadership, communication, organizational, and management interpersonal skills, which may include successful recruitment and outreach efforts. Ability to connect the illustration program with the professional community, facilitating industry opportunities suitable to student interests and skill sets. Application A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html , choose full-time faculty, search for the position 562362 , and provide the following required materials: Cover letter relating your qualifications.

Curriculum Vitae in an academic format. Graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are sufficient for initial review). Teaching philosophy (2-page limit) describing your pedagogical practices. List of three references with relevant contact information.

Portfolio of 20 examples of the applicant’s works demonstrating expertise related to the position. Portfolio of 20 examples of student work from courses taught relevant to the position. Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (1-page limit): Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It's a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring.

Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005). With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant’s perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations. Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California.

Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans. Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship. Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population. Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.

Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities. Semi-Finalists Semi-Finalists will be invited to a Zo