Ivy Tech Community College · 19 hours ago
CareerLink - Sign Design & Print Production Adjunct Faculty
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited institution dedicated to providing quality education. The adjunct faculty member will create a learning environment for students and clients in the sign design and print production fields, focusing on curriculum development, instructional delivery, and student assessment.
Higher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Develop sign industry specific curriculum courses in Sign Design, Print Production, and related Visual Communication subjects
Deliver instruction in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including but not limited to: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Flexi and Enroute with an emphasis on vector graphics and production-ready file preparation
Introducing students to design fundamentals, including color theory, typography, layout, and visual hierarchy
Provide training in flat and dimensional design for signage, environmental graphics, and large-format applications
Incorporate manufacturing principles related to sign fabrication, such as materials, processes, finishing techniques, and digital printing workflows
Guide students in developing production files, shop drawings, and permit drawing, ensuring accuracy and alignment with industry standards
Support student learning through demonstrations, critiques, and hands-on projects that mirror real-world concept design and fabrication challenges
Maintain currency with industry practices, tools, and technologies related to sign and print production
Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate course records
Collaborate with department leaders to ensure curriculum relevance and consistency across Visual Communication programs
Qualification
Required
Preferred bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, Industrial Design, or a related field; industry experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements depending on institutional policy
Professional experience in sign design, print production, fabrication, or related fields
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Illustrator and other vector-based design tools
Knowledge of large-format printing, CNC/plotter workflows, materials, substrates, finishing, and fabrication processes
Ability to teach blueprint reading, shop documentation, and production-oriented design
Effective communication, organizational, and mentoring skills
Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction
Expertise in topic assigned to be able to convey information effectively
Ability to create a learning environment to maintain student success
Preferred
High School Diploma
3+ years of relevant industry experience
Certification in the proposed teaching area (preferred not mandatory)
Prior teaching or training experience is preferred but not required
Company
Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is a school.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.34MKey Investors
Lowe's FoundationLilly EndowmentU.S. Department of Labor
2025-07-18Grant
2024-12-05Grant· $21.9M
2023-06-15Grant
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