Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees is passionate about education, innovation and student success. We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career. Together we are going places.

We are currently seeking an Instructor, Graphic Design to join our team.

Reporting to the Chair of Creative Arts, the successful candidate is responsible for instruction in a variety of courses within the Graphic Design Program and the Creative Arts Department. Duties: Preparing and presenting instruction in a classroom and laboratory environment; developing and revising course outlines and curriculum as required; interviewing program applicants; counseling students and evaluating student progress; participating in organization and administration of student field placements; keeping student records up-to-date and, assessing and establishing equivalencies; assisting in College activities including student registration and orientation; working with relevant organization and association representatives; participating in Departmental activities outside of the classroom.

Qualification Requirements
 

• A minimum of three years post-secondary education in Graphic Design from a recognized learning institution;
• A minimum of four years of current experience working in both the Graphic Design and New Media industry;
• Current and relevant industry experience in the following areas of Graphic Design: concept development, typography, web design (including Flash/Actionscript 3), motion graphics and video editing;
• Strong computer skills on both Mac and PC platforms, as well as extensive experience in Adobe Creative Suite 4 (emphasis on Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash and AE);
• Experience developing and executing web, video, and other new media projects and working directly with clients;
• Experience in developing online marketing campaigns using social platforms such as Twitter, Facebook and YouTube;
• Strong industry relationships;
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development;
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and with others in a team environment;
• Sensitivity to, and understanding of the learning needs of adult learners from a wide range of educational, cultural, socio-economic and age groups;
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development is desirable.

Candidates are asked to specifically address the above Qualification Requirements in their application. Those chosen for interviews will be required to provide a portfolio of their recent professional and creative work.
    
We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Competition No. 2010-66
Closing Date: July 16, 2010
Salary: $49,874 to $74,083 per annum*

*The successful candidate with a Masters or PhD in a related field will receive an Educational Supplement of $2,550 or $5,100 per annum respectively.

Apply in writing to:

Red River College
C410 - 2055 Notre Dame Avenue
Winnipeg, MB  R3H 0J9

Fax: 204-694-0750
e-mail: humanresources@rrc.mb.ca
     
To view this and other employment opportunities online, visit us at www.rrc.ca and select “Employment Opportunities” from the list of links located on the bottom of our web page.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.