Vice Provost - School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design

Position Summary

Dallas College seeks a visionary, collaborative and forward-thinking academic leader to serve as Vice Provost of the School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design. Reporting to the Provost & Chief Academic Officer, the Vice Provost will provide strategic leadership for academic quality, student success, faculty and academic manager development, program effectiveness, resource stewardship and partnerships with employers and community organizations.

This is a distinctive opportunity to shape learning across creative disciplines while helping students move from education to meaningful careers. TheSchool’swork brings together classroom learning, creative practice, experiential opportunities and external partnerships. Dallas College has highlighted CAED-related experiences such as Design Week, the Future of Fashion Showcase and collaboration with Universidad Creativa in Costa Rica through fashion, exchange-program development and Collaborative Online International Learning.

The Vice Provost will provide leadership for the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs within theSchool; advocate for students, faculty, instructors, local business and industry; advise theProvoston professional and technical education; and actively engage community and employer partners to create new partnerships, responsive programs and revenue opportunities.

The School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design (CAED) prepares students for careers across the creative economy through programs in the arts, design, entertainment, media, and related disciplines. Serving approximately 45,000 students and supported by over 250 full-time faculty, CAED combines academic excellence with industry-relevant learning experiences that help students develop the creative, technical, and professional skills needed for success. 

The school also includes English, Communications, and World Languages, disciplines that are central to the college's academic mission and student success agenda. These programs deliver many of the gateway and general education courses that students encounter early in their academic journey, helping build the communication, critical-thinking, cultural competency, and language skills that underpin achievement across virtually every field of study.

The Vice Provost for Creative Arts, Entertainment and Designprovidesstrategic leadership for one of Dallas College's largest and most dynamic academic schools. This role helps ensure that academic programs remain responsive to student needs, industry trends, workforce demands, and emerging opportunities within the creative and entertainment sectors. 

The successful candidate will understand the distinct needs of creative and career-connected programs and will be able to build a shared vision across disciplines and locations. The leader will strengthen academic pathways, support relevant curriculum and instruction, expand experiential learning and employment pipelines, and advocate for students, faculty and staff across Dallas College and in the broader community.

Why This Role Matters

The Vice Provost will help connect creative education with student opportunity, industry relevance and community impact. This leader will:

• Set a clear and inspiring vision for theSchooland align that vision with Dallas College’s mission and strategic goals.

• Advance student success through strong pathways, degree maps, academic support and continuous improvement.

• Support high-quality curriculum, instruction, assessment and faculty professional development across creative disciplines.

• Build partnerships that expand experiential learning, community engagement and employment opportunities for students.

• Champion interdisciplinary collaboration among creative fields and across Dallas College functions.

• Steward people, budgets and resources while identifying opportunities for grants, fundraising and sustainable growth.

• Represent and advocate for theSchool, its programs and its people within Dallas College and throughout the community.

CAED plays an important role in advancing Dallas College's mission by creating pathways that connect students to high-demand and culturally impactful careers while supporting the region's creative economy in one of the most vibrant creative arts centers in the world. 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee faculty and academic managers, with direct responsibility for academic excellence initiatives, including curriculum strategy, student learning outcomes and assessment, tutoring and supplemental academic support, instruction, and faculty professional development.

• Develop and maintain student pathways and degree maps within theSchool, ensuring students can access the courses and programs needed to reach economic security and success.

• Oversee School programs and faculty, administrators and staff across geographic locations, ensuring consistency of offerings and a seamless student experience.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external organizations to build capacity for experiential learning and employment pipelines for completers.

• Coordinate with Academic Services to providestudentsaccess to tailored academic resources, including library and tutoring support.

• Ensure curriculum and program excellence through benchmarking and assessment of School and community needs.

• Complete required Dallas College professional development hours each academic year.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the purpose of community colleges.

• Progressive experience as an academic administrator involving undergraduate and/or graduate programs, including responsibility for budgets, personnel recruitment and evaluation.

• Experience in strategic planning, assessment of program effectiveness and development of guidelines to enhance academic units within the institution and with accrediting bodies.

• Knowledge of curriculum design and its application to sound academic management.

Core Skills

Vision and Strategic Thinking

• Set a clear and inspiring vision for the academic school, aligned with Dallas College’s mission and strategic goals.

• Develop and implement plans that promote growth and excellence in education.

Educational Expertise

• Demonstrate strong academic credentials and subject-matter expertise relevant to theSchool’sprograms.

• Understand current trends and innovations in pedagogy and curriculum development.

Collaboration and Team Building

• Build and lead high-performing teams and foster a collaborative culture.

• Promote cross-disciplinary and cross-functional collaboration to enhancethe studentexperience.

Communication

• Articulate the School’s mission, goals and achievements to internal and external stakeholders.

• Listen effectively to the needs and concerns of faculty, staff and students.

Student-Centered Leadership

• Demonstrate a commitment to student success, including initiatives that improve retention, completion and academic achievement.

• Understand the needs of students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Data-Informed Decision-Making

• Use data to inform decisions and program improvements.

• Emphasize outcomes assessment and continuous improvement in educational offerings.

Innovation and Adaptability

• Embrace innovation and adapt to changes in the educational landscape, including technology and teaching methods.

• Anticipate and respond to emerging trends in higher education and relevant creative industries.

Resource Management

• Manage budgets and resources effectively while prioritizing academic quality.

• Apply grant-writing and fundraising skills to secure additional resources for theSchool.

Advocacy and Representation

• Advocate for the School and its faculty, staff and students within Dallas College and in the broader community.

• Build strong relationships with external partners, including local businesses and industry stakeholders.

Ethical Leadership and Resilience

• Demonstrate ethical, transparent leadership, integrity and social responsibility.

• Create a welcoming environment and lead effectively in a complex, changing educational landscape.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions are performed within a standard office environment. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; earned doctorate preferred, as confirmed by official transcripts.

• Five years of progressively responsible teaching, administrative and/or educational leadership experience.

• Three years of upper-level administrative or supervisory experience in a community college or higher education environment.

• Demonstrated successful experience in leadership, strategic planning, fiscal management, resource allocation and personnel supervision.

• Demonstrated distinguished record of teaching, scholarly publications and/or creative accomplishments thatreflectsa commitment to academic excellence.

• Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.

About Dallas College

Since 1965, Dallas College has served more than three million students and today stands among the largest community college systems in Texas. With seven campuses across the Dallas-Fort Worth region, Dallas College is committed to placing students at the center of everything we do while creating pathways to educational attainment, career readiness and economic prosperity.

Dallas College is committed to fostering an environment of opportunity, belonging and excellence for our students, employees and communities. We celebrate the richness of diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and ideas and believe they strengthen our institution and our impact.