For 25+ years, the Brandcenter has helped thousands of students launch their careers in advertising and the marketing communications industry, developing the best creative problem-solvers in the world of brands. At the Brandcenter, students interested in top careers in art direction, design, copywriting, strategy, brand management/leadership are given a comprehensive overview of the industry and current trends/issues, as well as experience developing advertising campaigns and branding projects.

The Brandcenter in the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting a pool of applicants on an ongoing basis for adjunct teaching positions across our programs. These positions require a candidate with patience, understanding, and an ability to motivate students to a higher level of work. The Brandcenter will contact candidates whose credentials match our teaching needs and available positions. The Brandcenter will consult the adjunct applicant pool and contact qualified applicants for interviews on an as-needed basis. 

We have multiple offerings to fit students’ unique career goals and seek adjunct faculty across all programs, which include our full-time master’s program, our new evening MBA concentration in Brand Leadership (in partnership with the VCU School of Business), and our new Executive Master’s program (part-time, online offering) set to launch in Fall 2026. 

• Teaching graduate-level students in brand strategy, research, advertising, design, and/or communications 

• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines, grade assignments in a timely manner, respond to student inquiries within 24 hours, and submit final grades according to VCU policy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree

• Experience in branding, advertising, or related field required

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at a university level is preferred

• Advanced degree

Additional Information:

VCU offers benefits for all adjunct faculty that includes, but is not limited to wellbeing resources, optional retirement, and tuition benefits. Learn more about VCU’s benefits here. 

 The Brandcenter is committed to the growth and professional development of its team members and will provide opportunities to foster a culture of learning and career development. 

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Shannon Wilke
swilke@vcu.edu