Years of experience behind the lens

Photography faculty at SCAD are masters of their trade, with decades of experience in the professional world. From fine-art photographers to photojournalists to advertisers, every hue of the spectrum is represented in these halls. Professors have global publication credits, gallery shows, and countless industry awards to their names — and they want to share their insight with you.

Program leadership

Dale Clifford

Dean of School of Fine Arts, School of Visual Communication, and School of Foundation Studies

Michael James O'Brien

Chair, photography

Joshua Jalbert

Associate chair, photography

"SCAD has the best resources and the best instructors. They'll help you step by step. The experience of studying at SCAD is a lifetime memory."

Bin Feng | photographer and multimedia artist (M.F.A., photography, 2017)

A roster of focused faculty

SCAD faculty combine professional prowess with real-world know-how. A majority of our professors are full-time, which, combined with small class sizes that average less than 20 students, yields plenty of opportunity for one-on-one interaction. In fact, SCAD has more full-time photography faculty members than any other art and design school.

Our photography faculty have shown their work in the following publications and galleries:

  • Rolling Stone
  • George Eastman House
  • High Museum of Art
  • Interview
  • Le Monde

See the big picture

Our superb faculty is only one aspect of the SCAD culture of excellence, which extends to all areas of student life. From world-class facilities and equipment to unforgettable signature events to visits from the biggest names in the industry, you'll love being a student at SCAD.

Learn more about the SCAD student experience