Graphic Design Course Editor (Contract)

Role overview Review and improve college-level visual communications course materials so that the structure, learning outcomes, and assessments are clear, accurate, and aligned with current academic and industry expectations. This is a remote contract assignment focused on course editing and curriculum quality, with collaboration from curriculum designers.

Responsibilities - Assess proposed changes to the existing course structure and recommend updates. - Check learning outcomes and competencies for accuracy and alignment with visual communication practice. - Edit skill-focused lessons and organize topics for a coherent learning experience. - Refine written assignment prompts and scoring rubrics. - Review multiple-choice questions for clarity, relevance, and accuracy. - Incorporate feedback and coordinate with curriculum designers on deliverables.

Requirements - Relevant education or professional background: a master’s degree or higher in graphic design, visual communication design, communication studies, rhetoric, media studies, or journalism; a bachelor’s in one of these fields plus a related master’s; or a design bachelor’s degree and at least three years of professional design practice. - College or university teaching experience. - Experience creating, revising, or updating higher education courses. - Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines. - Willingness to receive feedback and revise submitted work. - Ability to use generative AI tools fluently and familiarity with related ethical and regulatory issues.

Nice to have - Experience teaching an introductory visual communication survey course that combines design principles with visual analysis. - Knowledge of accessibility practices such as contrast and alternative text, as well as copyright, fair use, and issues around AI-generated imagery.

Benefits and work setup - Fully remote, hourly contract work with flexible scheduling and no stated minimum or maximum hours. - Payments are made twice monthly, with automated invoicing. - Support is available during onboarding and while completing the work.