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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: Art Design Adjunct
Department: School of Fine Arts
FLSA: Exempt
Job Summary
Missouri Western State University invites qualified candidates to apply for adjunct teaching positions for the Fall 2026 semester in our in the School of Fine Arts, located in the College of Liberal Arts. We are seeking applications for qualified, experienced adjunct teaching faculty to teach one section of ART 120: Design Fundamentals, which is a foundational course in Graphic Design and includes the principles of visual structure, composition, color theory, Gestalt principles, and design methodology and processes. This course is offered as an in-person studio section on the Missouri Western State University campus.
Adjuncts are hired to teach on a per course basis and are hired on a contractual, part-time basis and are not on a tenure track. Each academic term may present the need to hire new or additional Adjunct Faculty. This position may require day, evening, face-to-face or online instruction. This position is part-time and as an adjunct will be limited to teaching a maximum of 9 hours.
Under general supervision, Adjuncts will plan and implement curriculum for assigned course(s); effectively communicate class content to students in an online or face-to-face environment; evaluate students’ progress in attaining goals, objectives, and student learning outcomes; assist in retention effort.
Essential Job Duties
- Adheres to all applicable university academic and employment policies identified in University Policy Guide and academic catalogs.
- Develops course syllabus for each course assigned. The syllabus will include learning objectives and any required university information. Distribute the syllabus to campus administration and enrolled students.
- Creates, publishes, and maintains a Course Canvas shell, adhering to the best practices for LMS use.
- Instructs the depth and scope of class materials as outlined in the syllabus and catalog, relates instruction to course and academic program outcomes as may be defined by course or program assessment plans.
- Prepare and grade exams based on course objectives and published scheduled exams, and returns all assignments/graded work in a timely manner.
- Implements evaluation of outcomes assessments and achieves established results while maintaining University standards and student satisfaction.
- Work creatively in all assigned courses to keep students engaged to assist in increasing student retention.
- Submit grades at the appropriate time.
- Be responsive to student inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or College Dean.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Teaching experience
- Content area experience
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in subject field
- Teaching experience in higher education
- Professional experience in subject area
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong foundation in the formal principles of two-dimensional design, including composition, organization, balance, contrast, hierarchy, unity, rhythm, and proportion.
- Knowledge of design methodology, problem-solving processes, and Gestalt principles.
- Working knowledge of color theory and its practical application in studio projects.
- Ability to design and sequence progressive studio assignments that build technical and conceptual skills.
- Skill in facilitating constructive group critiques focused on the work rather than the individual.
- Ability to demonstrate and support foundational studio processes and materials.
- Experience managing a six-studio-hour course structure while balancing demonstrations, work time, and feedback.
- Ability to evaluate student work consistently against clear criteria related to formal principles, craftsmanship, process, and concept.
- Capacity to teach foundational design concepts effectively to students with varied levels of prior experience.
Physical Demands
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Additional Demands
In-person studio instruction on the MoWest campus
Hours of Work
Hours determined by class schedule.
Posting Number: PT056P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 08/19/2026
Open Date: 07/31/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Position Title: Art Design Adjunct
Department: School of Fine Arts
FLSA: Exempt
Job Summary
Missouri Western State University invites qualified candidates to apply for adjunct teaching positions for the Fall 2026 semester in our in the School of Fine Arts, located in the College of Liberal Arts. We are seeking applications for qualified, experienced adjunct teaching faculty to teach one section of ART 120: Design Fundamentals, which is a foundational course in Graphic Design and includes the principles of visual structure, composition, color theory, Gestalt principles, and design methodology and processes. This course is offered as an in-person studio section on the Missouri Western State University campus.
Adjuncts are hired to teach on a per course basis and are hired on a contractual, part-time basis and are not on a tenure track. Each academic term may present the need to hire new or additional Adjunct Faculty. This position may require day, evening, face-to-face or online instruction. This position is part-time and as an adjunct will be limited to teaching a maximum of 9 hours.
Under general supervision, Adjuncts will plan and implement curriculum for assigned course(s); effectively communicate class content to students in an online or face-to-face environment; evaluate students’ progress in attaining goals, objectives, and student learning outcomes; assist in retention effort.
Essential Job Duties
- Adheres to all applicable university academic and employment policies identified in University Policy Guide and academic catalogs.
- Develops course syllabus for each course assigned. The syllabus will include learning objectives and any required university information. Distribute the syllabus to campus administration and enrolled students.
- Creates, publishes, and maintains a Course Canvas shell, adhering to the best practices for LMS use.
- Instructs the depth and scope of class materials as outlined in the syllabus and catalog, relates instruction to course and academic program outcomes as may be defined by course or program assessment plans.
- Prepare and grade exams based on course objectives and published scheduled exams, and returns all assignments/graded work in a timely manner.
- Implements evaluation of outcomes assessments and achieves established results while maintaining University standards and student satisfaction.
- Work creatively in all assigned courses to keep students engaged to assist in increasing student retention.
- Submit grades at the appropriate time.
- Be responsive to student inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or College Dean.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Teaching experience
- Content area experience
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in subject field
- Teaching experience in higher education
- Professional experience in subject area
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong foundation in the formal principles of two-dimensional design, including composition, organization, balance, contrast, hierarchy, unity, rhythm, and proportion.
- Knowledge of design methodology, problem-solving processes, and Gestalt principles.
- Working knowledge of color theory and its practical application in studio projects.
- Ability to design and sequence progressive studio assignments that build technical and conceptual skills.
- Skill in facilitating constructive group critiques focused on the work rather than the individual.
- Ability to demonstrate and support foundational studio processes and materials.
- Experience managing a six-studio-hour course structure while balancing demonstrations, work time, and feedback.
- Ability to evaluate student work consistently against clear criteria related to formal principles, craftsmanship, process, and concept.
- Capacity to teach foundational design concepts effectively to students with varied levels of prior experience.
Physical Demands
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Additional Demands
In-person studio instruction on the MoWest campus
Hours of Work
Hours determined by class schedule.
Posting Number: PT056P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 08/19/2026
Open Date: 07/31/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Senior Art Director
Document your portfolio for PERM audits
DOL audits of PERM applications often request evidence that the role requires specialized creative skills. Assemble a portfolio showing senior-level campaign direction, brand identity leadership, and cross-functional team management before any sponsorship conversation starts.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 eligibility early
EB-2 requires a master's degree or its equivalent in a field related to art direction. If your highest credential is a bachelor's plus five or more years of progressive experience, EB-3 is the likely path, which affects your priority date and wait time.
Target employers with in-house legal infrastructure
Ad agencies, in-house brand teams at large corporations, and studios that regularly hire internationally are far more prepared to sponsor PERM than smaller boutique studios. Look for roles at companies that already have an immigration attorney on retainer or an HR team familiar with I-140 filings.
Search green-card-sponsoring roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Art Director openings by employers with active EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never run a PERM case for a creative role.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer terms
Once you have an offer, confirm in writing whether the employer will cover PERM advertising costs and legal fees. DOL rules prohibit the employer from passing PERM costs to you, but I-140 and adjustment of status fees can be negotiated either way.
Verify your job description matches the PERM wage level
Run your prospective job title and duties through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your offered wage must meet the prevailing wage certified in the PERM application, and mismatches between your actual seniority and the posted wage level can delay or invalidate the case.
Green Card Senior Art Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Art Director role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Senior Art Director positions qualify under EB-3 as a skilled worker role requiring a bachelor's degree and substantial experience. If the employer's job description requires a master's degree or its equivalent in a design or fine arts field, the role can qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine the correct classification based on the actual duties and minimum requirements posted in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for creative roles?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to the annual lottery, which can leave you in limbo after multiple unsuccessful registrations. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries and leads to permanent residency rather than a two-year or three-year renewable status. The process takes longer overall, typically two to four years from PERM filing to a green card for most nationalities, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency, not continued visa dependency.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for an art director position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL certifying that the company conducted a good-faith recruitment effort and found no qualified U.S. workers for the role. For a Senior Art Director, this typically means running print and online job ads for a set period, documenting applicant reviews, and meeting the prevailing wage threshold from the OFLC Wage Search. DOL processing currently runs six months to over a year, and audit rates for creative roles can be higher if the job description is broadly written.
How can I find Senior Art Director jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Many employers are willing to sponsor but don't advertise it explicitly in job postings. Use Migrate Mate to search Senior Art Director roles filtered by employers with verified EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history, which saves you from spending weeks targeting companies that have never filed a PERM case. Focusing on employers with a track record cuts down significantly on the back-and-forth with HR teams unfamiliar with the process.
Can I change jobs after my employer starts the PERM process?
Changing employers generally restarts the PERM process from scratch, since the labor certification is tied to a specific employer and job description. If your I-140 petition has already been approved and has been pending for 180 days or more, the AC21 portability rule may let you transfer the priority date to a new employer in a same or similar occupational category, including other senior creative direction roles. Talk to an immigration attorney before accepting any new offer once PERM or I-140 is in progress.