Description
The University of the Arts seeks an
Assistant Professor to teach 3D Computer Graphics in both the BFA in Animation
and the BFA in Design, Art & Technology programs, in the College of Art,
Media and Design for a multi-year/non-tenure track faculty position.
The successful candidate will be
able to teach courses in 3D computer animation, 3D game art, and virtual
environments from introductory to advanced levels. The ability to teach courses
in Game Design, Interaction Design, Physical Computing and 2D Animation are
desirable. Knowledge of the following software is required/desired:
- Maya (required)
- ZBrush or Mudbox
- Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (After Effects, Premiere,
Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Unity Game Engine
We are also interested in candidates
who have experience with motion capture systems.
Preference will be given to
candidates whose practice expands animation and/or gaming boundaries and
demonstrates innovation across these rapidly changing disciplines. A strong
record of professional achievement, a comprehensive grasp of the history of
animation, media, technology and contemporary debates, as well as an interest
in collaborative and interdisciplinary curricular initiatives are desired.
In recognition of the University’s
Academic and Strategic Plans and the recommendations that support a commitment
to the spirit of experimentation and invention in the education of young
artists and designers, the new Assistant Professor will be expected to instruct
within the BFA programs with artistic and academic innovation. The hallmarks of
the Academic and Strategic Plans include greater opportunity for collaborative
learning and encouragement of our faculty and students to question the
conventions and boundaries that underpin disciplinary traditions.
The full time teaching load is 18
credits, typically six courses per year (3/3). Assistant Professors begin with
a 3-year renewable contract. In addition to teaching, full-time faculty
are expected to maintain a professional art or commercial practice,
serve on university committees, advise students, and participate in curriculum
development and other departmental activities.
Located prominently on the Avenue of
the Arts in Center City Philadelphia, the University of the Arts is one of the
oldest and largest comprehensive private institutions of higher education
devoted to the arts in the United States. Its undergraduate and graduate
programs prepare students for more than 150 professional career paths in the
visual, performing, media, design and communication arts, and related
fields. The combined enrollment for the College of Art, Media and Design
is approximately 1200 students, with the BFA Animation program currently at 90
undergraduates. The Animation curriculum is designed to encourage students to
refine their creative vision while also developing solid technical
competencies, which will serve them well in whatever aspect of animation they
choose.
Qualifications:
An MFA in Animation, Game Art or a
related area, minimum three years college-level teaching experience beyond
graduate school, commitment to teaching, and/or six years professional practice
in a specific area of 3D computer graphics such as animation and/or game
design.
To Apply
Applicants should submit:
- Letter of application detailing their qualifications
- Up-to-date CV
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Contact information for three professional references
- Sample syllabi (preferably one that demonstrates
assignments addressing innovation in the practice of 3D computer animation
or 3D game art)
- Digital portfolio of 20 examples of recent work and 20
examples of work by students
Video/new media work should include
a still and a link to a website or blog url. Demo reels should be 3 minutes or
less, with links to full-length works included. In all cases please note what
your role in a particular example was, whether primary creator, production
artist, or director, etc.
Screening begins January 20, 2015
and continues until the position is filled. If you will be
attending the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco March 2 – 6th
2015, please include that information in your cover letter.
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