University of the Incarnate Word: 3D Animation & Game Design - Animation Lecturer MGD Program- Part-time (Spring 2024)

3D Animator is needed in San Antonio, United States.

Client: University of the Incarnate Word

Location: San Antonio, United States

Contract: Part Time

Position Information

• Position Title: 3D Animation & Game Design - Animation Lecturer MGD Program- Part-time (Spring 2024)
• UIW Mission: University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
• Position Summary: The 3D Animation & Game Design (ANGD) Program in the School of Media and Design seeks a part-time lecturer to teach online courses as part of the Master of Game Development (MGD) program. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities as assigned.
• Benefits: This position is not benefits eligible.
• Essential Functions:
• Basic Instructional Duties:
• Prepare course outlines and teach assigned masters-level courses based on approved departmental syllabi; deliver synchronous online instruction to Master of Game Development (MGD) students via Zoom.
• Prepare timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Adhere to UIW policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to collaborate with the director of the Master of Game Development (MGD) program to develop and deliver instruction on industry-standard skills in the field of Game Animation;
• Knowledge of game development industry norms and pipelines;
• Must be knowledgeable and experienced in at least one industry-standard engine (preferably Unity or Unreal);
• Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;
• Ability to deliver instruction online;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
• Required Education: BFA or BS in Game Design, Game Production, or Animation.
• Required Work Experience: Significant experience in the game development industry in the field of animation.
• Preferred Qualifications: Teaching and industry experience.
• Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations: None.
• Work Hours: Based on course assignment.
• Physical Demands: Typical for faculty in the field.

Posting Details

• Posting Number: UN793PO
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Job Type: Part Time
• Job Category: Faculty
• Desired Start Date: 01/16/2024
• Position End Date (if temporary): 05/10/2024
• Reports to: Director of Master of Game Development
• Salary: $5,000 - $7,500 per course, dependent upon enrollment
• Open Date: 11/21/2023
• Close Date: 05/20/2024
• Open Until Filled: No
• Special Instructions to Applicant: Please include reel or portfolio in attachments to complete your application.
• EOE: UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
• Title IX: This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.