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Remote Art Director jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed agencies, and in-house creative teams at tech, media, and e-commerce companies. Employers hiring remotely right now include Real Chemistry, BGBx, and Jerry. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Posting Summary
Working Title Fine Art Adjunct Instructor
Role Title Adjunct Faculty - Instructor
Role Code 01013
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 294A00000
Agency Southwest Virginia Community College
Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range $793 - $1058 per semester credit hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? - Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Virtual
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Southwest Community College invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Humanities and Social Sciences Division to teach Fine Art. The College seeks faculty who will adapt to a variety of teaching situations, can use technology to teach effectively, and will work effectively with students, staff, and others in a climate that promotes cultural diversity and student success.
Instructors will be responsible for teaching Fine Art courses in a virtual format.
Other responsibilities include participation in the following: achievement of the College’s mission and goals; upholding the College’s values; and personal and program evaluation.
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Master of Fine Arts or Arts degree in Fine Art or related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate level course hours in Fine Art.
- Experience teaching 3-D Design curriculum.
- Experience teaching photography.
- Demonstrated commitment to student success.
- Excellent verbal, listening, problem-solving, critical thinking and writing skills.
Additional Considerations
- Ability to work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Competence to teach courses with multicultural perspectives in a community college setting with a focus on student learning.
- Willingness to incorporate the college-wide abilities of Civic Engagement, Critical Thinking, Professional Readiness, Quantitative Literacy, Scientific Literacy, and Written Communication.
- Experience with the use of online course management systems, i.e. Canvas.
- Ability to impart excitement and enthusiasm into teaching.
- Ability to adapt to a variety of teaching situations, including a wide range of student preparedness and characteristics.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
No travel required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_3390P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 06/25/2026
Job Close Date 07/09/2026
Open Until Filled No
Agency Website
Contact Name Human Resources
Email hr@sw.edu
Phone Number 276-964-7333
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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Who's Hiring
- Real Chemistry5

- BGBx1B
- Jerry1

- Tinuiti1

- Jerry.AI1J
Top Industries Hiring
- Marketing & Advertising7
- Education3
- Retail2
- Staffing & Recruiting1
- Technology & Software1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote art director jobs.
- 5 or more years of experience in art direction or graphic design
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- A portfolio demonstrating brand identity, campaign, or editorial work
- Experience managing or mentoring junior designers and production artists
- Ability to present creative concepts to clients or internal stakeholders
- Familiarity with digital production for web, social, and motion assets
Tips for Your Remote Art Director Job Search
Show async creative leadership in your portfolio
Remote employers want proof you can direct creative work without a whiteboard or in-person review. Include case studies that document how you briefed collaborators, gave written feedback, and drove a project from concept to final delivery without real-time meetings.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote art director openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings mixed with on-site work.
Demonstrate fluency in remote creative tools
Call out Figma, Miro, or equivalent collaborative design tools explicitly in your resume and cover letter. Remote art director hiring managers look for candidates who can run async design reviews and share annotated feedback without needing a shared physical space.
Prepare for a remote interview that tests judgment
Remote art director interviews often include a creative brief or portfolio critique exercise you complete independently before the call. Practice articulating creative rationale in writing and be ready to walk through decisions on past work clearly over video without visual aids beyond your screen.
Target remote-first companies over hybrid converters
Companies built around distributed teams hire art directors who can work remotely by design, not as an exception. Look for companies with fully remote engineering or product teams, since their creative departments are typically structured the same way and already know how to support remote creative leads.
Remote Art Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote art director job?
Remote art directors get hired by demonstrating they can own creative direction without in-person oversight. Remote employers screen for self-direction, sharp async written communication, and fluency in collaborative tools like Figma, Slack, and shared project management systems. A portfolio that shows end-to-end creative ownership, not just execution, gives candidates the clearest edge over the competition.
Which companies hire remote art directors?
Employers currently hiring remote art directors include Real Chemistry, BGBx, and Jerry, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first technology companies, distributed digital agencies, and direct-to-consumer e-commerce brands make up the largest share of remote art director openings.
Can you get a remote art director job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level art director roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Smaller remote-first startups and boutique digital studios are the most open to early-career candidates. A strong speculative portfolio, freelance work, or documented ownership of student or volunteer creative projects can substitute for traditional experience.
Do you need a degree for remote art director jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh a demonstrable portfolio and proven creative judgment more heavily than a formal degree when hiring art directors. Candidates who can show consistent visual storytelling, brand leadership, and results across real projects are competitive regardless of educational background. A degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field can help, but it rarely overrides the strength of your work.
Which industries hire the most remote art directors?
Most remote art director openings sit in Marketing & Advertising, Education, and Retail, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Those sectors rely on distributed creative teams that collaborate across time zones, making remote art directors a natural fit for their workflow.
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