Digital Graphic Design Associate Instructor - Williamson Campus

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Digital Graphic Design Associate Instructor – Williamson Campus
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for the full-time position of Associate
Instructor in Digital Graphic Design for the Williamson Campus.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Technical diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education with credentials in related field. Associate
degree preferred. A comparable combination of directly related experience in the field and education may be
considered.
• Three (3) years of experience in the Digital Graphic Design field within the last five (5) years.
• Must possess a high degree of knowledge in all areas of the field.
• Must possess the organizational and communications skills necessary to be an effective teacher and to interact with
high school and adult students.
• Must possess strong computer skills and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and other related software.
SKILLS
• Prior teaching experience or evidence of ability to teach a plus.
• Must show evidence of good character and mature attitude.
• Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program
accreditation(s).
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, the
general public and business/industry representatives.
• Good time management skills necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES: The Digital Graphic Design Associate Instructor is responsible for providing individualized theory
and hands-on instruction to adult and high school students to prepare them for employment in the field. Areas of instruction
include, but are not limited to, typography, color theory, print and webpage layout, digital illustration, photography and
image editing. The Associate Instructor must monitor, grade and evaluate individual student progress; maintain student
records in the college’s student records management software; create and maintain lesson plans and course materials as
needed; maintain appropriate documentation; submit timely reports, and assist in recruiting new students. This position must
also maintain good public relations with business and industry; maintain an active advisory committee; cooperate with
outside agencies; and supervise and follow-up on students participating in cooperative education. Some travel may be
required. This position is full-time and reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Compliance. Scheduled work
hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Scheduled class hours are 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through
Friday. Classes are taught at the Williamson Campus located at 1228 Liberty Pike, Franklin, TN. This is not a remote work
position.

SALARY: $50,894-$61,074 annually ($26.10-$31.32 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied
Technology salary guidelines and directly related experience.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW: Complete application and submit resume at: Apply Now – Digital
Graphic Design Assoc. Instructor-Franklin. Applications with resumes received by February 8, 2026, will be assured full
consideration. Review of résumés with completed employment application will begin immediately and continue until
position is filled. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to
employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/financial
background check will be required for applicant selected.

TCAT Dickson does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Corey Choate, Vice President of Operations, corey.choate@tcatdickson.edu, 740 Hwy 46 S, Dickson, TN 37055, 615-441-6220. The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be can be found at https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement.