Sessional Lecturer - VPSB56H3Y Digital Fundamentals for Artists
University of Toronto
Sessional Lecturer - VPSB56H3Y Digital Fundamentals for Artists
Department of Arts, Culture and Media
University of Toronto Scarborough
STUDIO ART
Emergency Posting
POSTING DATE: March 26, 2026
CLOSING DATE: April 6, 2026
The following Sessional Lecturer positions are available in the Department of Arts, Culture and Media for the Summer 2026 academic session. In accordance with the Collective Agreement, this posting is being sent as an email notification to all applicants in the Department’s Applicant Pool: all Sessional Lecturers who are teaching for the Department during the current academic year or who have taught for the Department since September 1, 2005, and all persons who have submitted an application within the past twenty-four months. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with 14:12.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted electronically, with a cover letter outlining your qualifications and a current curriculum vitae to Professor ME Luka, Acting Chair of the Department of Arts, Culture and Media, University of Toronto Scarborough using the online application system found at https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/webapps/cupehiring/dept/acm/app/sl
All applicants to Studio Art positions must also include the following materials combined into a SINGLE PDF: a 1 to 2 page cover letter highlighting your qualifications for the position, a current CV, 5 to 10 samples of recent artistic work relevant to the position, 5 to 10 samples of student work if available, and the names/contact information of 2 to 3 references.
Salary: in accordance with the current CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the stipend rate for a half course (Y, F or S), inclusive of vacation pay, will be:
Sessional Lecturer I: $9,820.50
Sessional Lecturer I – Long Term (Six or more years as SL I): $10,510.04
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,510.04
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,760.28
Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Sessional Dates (excluding Exam period): Y courses: May. 4 – Aug. 6, 2026
Note: all positions involve completion of any course grading not finished by August 31, 2026 for Y courses.
| Course Code & Description | Section/ Time | Dates of Appointment | Estimated Enrolment | Estimated T.A. Hours | Duties | Qualifications |
| VPSB56H3Y Digital Fundamentals for Artists In this hands-on project-based class, students will investigate fundamental techniques and digital concepts common to digital art practices. This course is an introduction to general image processing, compositing, seamless collage, composition, text design, and quality control techniques for printing and production using Adobe Creative Cloud software on Apple computers. No prior experience with computer technology is required, as this course will prepare students for further study and exploration with the production of contemporary digital art. | LEC 01 In-person
WE 10-1 | May 1 - August 31, 2026 | 20 | N/A | All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; participation in Studio’s exhibitions and guest lecture opportunities on campus; development, administration and marking of assignments and final portfolios; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours. Applicant to work closely with permanent faculty. | Teaching experience at the university level. Instructor must have expertise in teaching the fundamentals of digital imaging and digital art practice including colour spaces, vector graphics, typography and design, relevant Adobe Creative Cloud applications, and digital printing. A comprehensive knowledge of contemporary art practice as it relates to digital art is required. Instructor must have an active practice and strong exhibition record with digital art as the primary area of focus. |
This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.
The position(s) posted above is (are) tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolments.
Courses must meet a minimum enrolment of more than 50 in order to qualify for TA hours
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