part-time instructor in typography and motion graphics (theory and/or practice)
Jul 23, 2026 · The American College of Greece
What you'll do
- Teach Graphic Design courses in the Arts and Creative Industries Department
- Deliver instruction in motion graphics, kinetic typography, animation, and visual communication design
- Apply student-centered, interactive teaching approaches focused on professional and interpersonal communication
- Work independently and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse academic and professional backgrounds
- Engage in scholarly research activities
- Integrate theory and practice in design education
Key requirements
- Expertise in Kinetic Typography and Motion Design Principles
- Proficiency with Adobe After Effects and Adobe Creative Cloud tools
- Strong skills in Storytelling through type and motion and Typography in digital and print environments
- Experience with Animation tools and Fundamentals of Animation
- Ability to apply Creative Coding for Motion such as Processing, p5.js, or GSAP
- Excellent professional interpersonal communication and strong spoken and written English
- Capacity for independent and collaborative work
- Motion Design / Graphic Design / Visual Communication / Animation / Digital Media Arts
About the job
The Frances Rich School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at Deree – The American College of Greece, is seeking a Part-Time Instructor to teach Graphic Design courses in the Arts and Creative Industries Department.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Master’s degree (MA, MDes, MFA, or equivalent) in Motion Design, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Animation, Digital Media Arts, or a related field.
Terminal degree (such as MFA, MDes, or PhD) strongly preferred.
Equivalent professional experience in kinetic typography and motion graphics will also be considered.
Experience:
Professional experience in motion graphics, kinetic typography, animation, or visual communication design.
Teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate programs, preferably at an English-speaking institution.
At least one degree from a US or UK institution.
Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in motion design, type in motion, and animation tools.
Knowledge:
The ideal candidate should have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Kinetic Typography (conceptual and technical execution)
Motion Design Principles (timing, pacing, transitions)
Adobe After Effects and relevant Adobe Creative Cloud tools
Storytelling through type and motion
Typography in digital and print environments
Creative Coding for Motion (e.g., Processing, p5.js, GSAP)
Experimental Motion Design and Narrative Design
Fundamentals of Animation
Integration of Theory and Practice in Design Education
General Skills:
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong command of spoken and written English.
Commitment to student-centered, interactive teaching with an emphasis on professional and interpersonal communication.
Passion for innovative pedagogy and fostering a dynamic, inclusive learning environment.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse academic and professional backgrounds.
Potential for scholarly research engagement.
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
Experience with online and hybrid teaching.
Active engagement with motion design, typography, or animation communities.
Demonstrated ability to integrate theory and practice in design education.
Familiarity with emerging tools and platforms in motion design, AR/VR, or generative design.
About the company
Located in Athens, and originally founded in 1875 in Smyrna, Deree – The American College of Greece is the oldest American-accredited college in Europe and the largest private college in Greece. ACG is an independent, not for profit, nonsectarian, co-educational academic institution.
The College is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation. The College strives to maximize valuable talent and potential, and eliminate unconscious bias, prejudice and stereotyping in the workplace.
Job applicants are assessed according to criteria such as suitable qualifications for the positions(s) available, experience, personal skills, ability, potential, and performance in interviews and on employment tests, and receive impartial treatment regardless of age, gender, color, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Deree – The American College of Greece. Deree seeks high-achieving, student-centered individuals to join our community of faculty and staff.
If interested in applying for a position at Deree, applicants should submit a CV, cover letter and contact information (name, e-mail address, telephone number) for at least three persons who can provide a professional reference). Screening of applicants will continue until positions are filled.
About the company
Located in Athens, and originally founded in 1875 in Smyrna, Deree – The American College of Greece is the oldest American-accredited college in Europe and the largest private college in Greece. ACG is an independent, not for profit, nonsectarian, co-educational academic institution.
The College is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation. The College strives to maximize valuable talent and potential, and eliminate unconscious bias, prejudice and stereotyping in the workplace.
Job applicants are assessed according to criteria such as suitable qualifications for the positions(s) available, experience, personal skills, ability, potential, and performance in interviews and on employment tests, and receive impartial treatment regardless of age, gender, color, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Deree – The American College of Greece. Deree seeks high-achieving, student-centered individuals to join our community of faculty and staff.
If interested in applying for a position at Deree, applicants should submit a CV, cover letter and contact information (name, e-mail address, telephone number) for at least three persons who can provide a professional reference). Screening of applicants will continue until positions are filled.