Assistant Professor - Graphic Media Management (Tenure Track - Academic Year)Job no: 498418
Work type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Faculty
Position Title: Assistant Professor - Graphic Media Management (Tenure Track - Academic Year)
Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department: 34500 - Marketing
Advertised Salary: $80-000-$85,000. Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.
Faculty Health Benefit Plans
FLSA: Exempt
Temporary/Continuing: Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time
Union Group: Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA)
Term of Position: Academic Year (faculty)
At Will/Just Cause: Just Cause
Summary of Position: The School of Digital Media at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Graphic Media Management program.
The Graphic Media Management program prepares students for careers at the intersection of print, graphic communications, technology, production, business, and management. It combines hands-on technical education with production management, workflow, estimating, emerging technologies, and industry engagement.
Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position.
Teaching will include undergraduate and graduate courses.
Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, and faculty are expected to be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment.
Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular development, assess student learning, and further programmatic enhancement.
Specifically, we expect the candidate to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role.
In support of teaching, candidates will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees.
Off-campus and online teaching may be required.
Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site.
The anticipated start date for this position is August of 2027. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed.
The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1 B, etc.
Position Type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Education: Master's degree in Graphic Communications OR Master's degree in Print/Media Management OR a Master's degree in Graphic Media, Business, Technology, Education, or a related discipline.
Required Work Experience: Three years of professional experience in print production administration. The successful candidate must be technically proficient in equipment, tools, and software related to Graphic Communication.
Required Licenses and Certifications: Physical Demands: - Sitting
- Standing
- Lifting
- Moving
- Office Environment
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: Demonstrated proficiency in creating and evaluating curriculum or industrial/management training.
Demonstrated involvement in professional organizations and community service.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Teach full-time during the academic year.
Recruitment of students (including Dawg Days, Admitted Student Days, visits to high schools or career tech centers, and other University outreach events) will occur throughout the academic year and will include some Saturdays.
Serve on program committees and represent the program(s) on College and University committees.
Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development, assessment, and quality assurance.
Teach and coordinate elective courses in areas of expertise.
Collaborate in the design and implementation of additional undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Maintain records and conduct assessments, advising, and all other administrative functions of the position in accordance with policies and procedures developed by the university, college, school, department, and/or program.
Perform duties in accordance with established University policies.
Act as liaison between the program and professional organizations through active, individual involvement and, potentially, as the program-appointed representative.
Enthusiastically support student success through active involvement with individual students, student organizations, and student competitions, both within and outside of the classroom.
Remain current in the profession.
The position reports to the Department Chair or Director and the Dean.
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include advising students, orientation and registration of students, participation in university committees, keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
Teach courses across multiple subject areas within the Graphic Communications (GCOM) and Graphic Media Management (GMAN) curricula in on-campus, laboratory, and online learning environments as assigned. Teaching areas may include print production, job planning, estimating and cost analysis, offset and digital printing, wide-format production, prepress and workflow systems, finishing/bindery, color management, and emerging graphic communications technologies.
Provide hands-on instruction in graphic communications technologies, production processes, equipment, software, workflow, and related management practices.
Integrate current industry practices and emerging technologies into teaching and learning.
Support the safe and effective operation of graphic communications laboratories, equipment, software, and production environments.
Advise students regarding academic progress, career development, internships, and professional opportunities.
Faculty members may be required to teach off-campus or in an online environment.
Participate in program advisory activities and remain actively engaged with the graphic communications industry to support curriculum relevance and student career readiness.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Participate in professional development, conferences, industry events, and community outreach activities.
Assist with special projects, equipment demonstrations, industry partnerships, and other program initiatives.
Skills and Abilities: Strong teaching ability, as documented through teaching tools such as syllabi, grading contracts, assignment sheets, and rubrics.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated through active engagement in community and print industry service, and a commitment to supporting and advancing the University's mission.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Required Documents: - Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
- Unofficial Transcript 2
Optional Documents: Letters of recommendation
Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of their Master's degree. Transcripts must include the institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, and the degree awarded. The individual hired will be required to submit an official transcript.
Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Applicants who have completed college coursework or attained an additional degree must attach a copy of their unofficial transcript. Transcript must include institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, and the degree awarded. The individual hired will be required to submit an official transcript.
Initial Application Review Date: 2/22/2027
Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes
Posting Close Date: Click here to learn more about working at FSU.
Advertised: 13 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
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