Academic Teaching Experience

Context
Adjunct faculty member at UNC Charlotte teaching multiple sections of Graphic Design II (junior level) and Senior Seminar over three years.

Focus
Guided students through both foundational and advanced design work—from developing conceptual thinking in junior studios to leading full capstone projects in Senior Seminar, including thesis writing, final deliverables, group branding, video production, and exhibition design.

Also supported career readiness through portfolio development, resume refinement, and positioning for entry into the design field.

Approach
Combined structured curriculum with real-world workflows and expectations, drawing directly from active industry experience to prepare students for professional practice.

  • Concept development and critique

  • Thesis research and writing

  • Systems thinking and execution

  • Portfolio and resume reviews

  • Exhibition and presentation design

  • Client-based workflows and feedback integration

  • File organization, naming conventions, and packaging best practices

  • Production-ready file prep and export standards

  • Collaboration practices for working across teams and partners

Outcome
Students graduated with fully realized capstone projects, professional portfolios, and a stronger understanding of how to position themselves within the design industry.