BELMONT UNIVERSITY Assistant Professor of Experiential Graphic Design in Nashville, TN

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Assistant Professor of Experiential Graphic Design

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant Professor of Experiential Graphic Design at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Tenure Track (Faculty)
Full-Time

Department

Office of Dean Art

Hours

N/A


Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:

Watkins College of Art at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning 8/1/26.

The primary job responsibilities for this position include a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate courses in design from a human-centered perspective and collaborating with design and art faculty to grow and develop the BFA in Experiential Design.

Required Qualifications:

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

  • Form diverse leaders of character;
  • Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
  • And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.



  • The successful candidate will possess at least two or three of the following requirements:

    • Strong portfolio in experiential graphic design, including wayfinding, spatial storytelling, exhibition design, and physical–digital interaction.
    • Experience in teaching/using Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and spatial/3D/Game design tools (SketchUp, Rhino, Blender, Unreal Engine, Unity, etc.).
    • Proficiency across the UX process, including user research, concept development, prototyping, testing, and post-launch iteration.
    • Strong commitment to staying current with evolving industry practices, tools, and technologies.
    • Ability to collaborate (Design/Research/teach) from an interdisciplinary perspective.
    • Commitment to creating inclusive, accessible spaces for all students.
    • Motion graphics (After Effects) and digital media integration are a plus.

    Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college and university service.

    An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, a representative Portfolio of multiple personal Case Studies, a representative Portfolio of student work with a link to an accessible website, and a Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim must be attached to complete the online application.

    As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program.

    The Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim should be a one-page essay, 300-400 words, describing how your core beliefs and practices inform your support of our Christ-Centered mission and influence your teaching, research, and service philosophy. You will also be asked if you are affiliated with a faith community and if so, what your involvement is and how it inspires your work.

    Located near the heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 9,000 students who come from every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching. As a Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop diverse leaders of character, wisdom and a transformational mindset. With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master’s programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people. For more information, visit />
    Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

    The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

    Required EducationA Ph.D., M.F.A. (Graphic Design, Experiential Design, Environmental Design, Human-Computer Interaction) or progress toward a terminal degree is required.
    Required ExperienceTeaching experience is strongly preferred.





    The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

    Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.


    Watkins College of Art at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning 8/1/26. The primary job responsibilities for this position include a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate courses in design from a human-centered perspective and collaborating with design and art faculty to grow and develop the BFA in Experiential Design. Required Qualifications:Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:Form diverse leaders of character;Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish. The successful candidate will possess at least two or three of the following requirements:Strong portfolio in experiential graphic design, including wayfinding, spatial storytelling, exhibition design, and physical–digital interaction. Experience in teaching/using Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and spatial/3 D/ Game design tools (SketchUp, Rhino, Blender, Unreal Engine, Unity, etc.). Proficiency across the UX process, including user research, concept development, prototyping, testing, and post-launch iteration. Strong commitment to staying current with evolving industry practices, tools, and technologies. Ability to collaborate (Design/ Research/teach) from an interdisciplinary perspective. Commitment to creating inclusive, accessible spaces for all students. Motion graphics (After Effects) and digital media integration are a plus. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college and university service. An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae/ Resume, a representative Portfolio of multiple personal Case Studies, a representative Portfolio of student work with a link to an accessible website, and a Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim must be attached to complete the online application. As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program. The Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim should be a one-page essay, 300-400 words, describing how your core beliefs and practices inform your support of our Christ-Centered mission and influence your teaching, research, and service philosophy. You will also be asked if you are affiliated with a faith community and if so, what your involvement is and how it inspires your work. Located near the heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 9,000 students who come from every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching. As a Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop diverse leaders of character, wisdom and a transformational mindset. With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master’s programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people. For more information, visit Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University. Required Education. A PhD., M. F. A. (Graphic Design, Experiential Design, Environmental Design, Human-Computer Interaction) or progress toward a terminal degree is required. Required Experience. Teaching experience is strongly preferred.
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