Lecturer: Visual Communication Studies x2 (Fixed Contract ending December 2026)

Faculty: Informatics & Design

Department: Cape Peninsula University of Technology - Informatics & Design

Campus / Location: District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC, ZA (Primary)

Job Type: Contract

Number of Positions: 2

To support the faculty and department in pursuit of its academic objectives, including teaching according to a set syllabus; conducting learning and teaching related research and innovation; contributing to curriculum development and design; engaging in work integrated learning and developing service learning activities.

• Deliver lectures in Visual Communication Design.
• Participate in curriculum development.
• Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the department.
• Participate in quality assurance activities of the department.
• Engage in research activities.
• Integrate community interventions into curriculum and contribute to community initiatives.
• Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies regarding cooperative education, new techniques, technologies, and research projects.
• Assist with marketing and recruitment activities.
• Perform other functions as assigned by the Head of Department.

• Master's Degree in Visual Communication Design or Graphic Design. Candidate must have completed all necessary undergraduate qualifications in the field of study.
• Lecturing experience in higher education.
• At least two (2) years of industry experience in Visual Communication Design.
• Working knowledge of motion graphics, UI/UX design, animation, and three dimensional illustration.
• Proficiency in the full Adobe Suite (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Adobe XD) - subject to a competency test.
• Required to submit a portfolio of evidence and undergo a proficiency test in the use of Adobe software.

Closing Date: 22/05/2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals. People from designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.