Adjunct Instructor - Photography

Job Description

Adjunct Instructor - Photography

Position Summary: Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) seeks a dynamic and knowledgeable instructor to teach an introductory course in Digital Photography for artists and designers. This foundational course introduces students to digital photography as a form of visual communication and creative expression. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise with camera operations and digital workflows, a strong understanding of historical and contemporary photographic practices, and a commitment to fostering interdisciplinary creativity.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach foundational digital photography concepts that include manual camera operations (e.g., aperture, shutter speed, ISO, RAW capture, focus modes) across various devices (DSLRs, mirrorless, mobile).

Introduce students to post-production processes that include file formats, exposure correction, image editing, and digital workflow management.

Guide students in developing visual literacy and evaluative skills to critique and interpret photographic works using appropriate terminology.

Present key historical and contemporary photographic artists to support student exploration of diverse modalities of photographic expression.

Encourage integration of ideation strategies and creative problem-solving into the photographic process.

Create a supportive learning environment where students can engage in peer critique and develop their unique voice through photography.

Managing class logistics that include grading, assignment planning, and material preparation.

Maintain regular communication with students and department leadership.

Required Qualifications:

MFA in Photography, Fine Arts, or a related field.

Demonstrated technical proficiency with digital cameras, editing software (e.g., Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop), and lighting.

Knowledge of photography's historical and contemporary contexts, particularly lens-based media in an art and design context.

College-level teaching experience or equivalent educational facilitation.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to create inclusive, student-centered learning experiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching students from a range of disciplines (Photography, fine art, etc.)

Familiarity with interdisciplinary or experimental photographic practices

Experience using learning management systems and digital critique platforms

Additional Requirements:

Access to DSLR or mirrorless camera for demonstration and teaching purposes.

Willingness to align with department outcomes and assessment practices.

Date of Hire: Fall 2025

About Columbus College of Art & Design:

Columbus College of Art & Design teaches undergraduate and graduate students in the midst of a thriving creative community in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1879, CCAD is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States. CCAD offers nine BFA programs and a Master of Professional Studies in User Experience Design that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. Additionally, CCAD offers year-round community art classes for children and adults of all ages, led by local creators and designers skilled in their craft. For more information, visit ccad.edu.

About Columbus:

As the 14th largest city in the country and the largest and fastest-growing city in Ohio, Columbus is collaborative, open, and dynamic. Between incredible arts and entertainment, exciting collegiate and professional sports, and a spectacular downtown riverfront of sprawling greenspace, Columbus has something for everyone. Here, you'll find all the culture and amenities you'd expect in a major city, with the friendly and approachable attitude of the Midwest. Franklin County, where Columbus is located, is the epicenter of the state's political, economic, and social presence and is home to 1.3 million residents with a median age of 34. Columbus is a top city for equality and was the recipient of a perfect score from the Human Rights Campaign in 2020. And central Ohio is serious about higher education: the Columbus region is home to 52 college and university campuses, with 22,000 annual college graduates. Because CCAD is closely tied to the city's numerous art and design spaces and ever-expanding districts, you'll have plenty of places to experience creativity and showcase your own.

EEO Statement:

Columbus College of Art & Design ("CCAD") is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. CCAD is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment.

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