Description

Job Description:
The School of Art and Design at East Carolina University seeks nine-month, fixed-term Teaching Assistant Professor in the area of Animation/Interactive Design. The Animation/Interactive Design program, a concentration within the BFA in Art, prepares students for a variety of professional outcomes ranging from interactive design, animation, to character and game design. The curriculum addresses the importance of technical skills gained through rigorous ideation and critique; supporting student development of skills, knowledge, and personal direction necessary for professional artists.The position is defined broadly within the Animation/Interactive Design area and will teach 4 three-credit courses per semester including first year and Shared Experience courses. This position engages in opportunities for curricular and course development that reflect their expertise and professional experience; and participate in service to the School, College, University and community; and other activities as appropriate.This position will also participate in departmental activities including:Engaging with other faculty regularly, attending faculty meetings, and collaborating with area faculty on curriculum development and service to the school and profession.Mentoring undergraduate students.Participating in community engagement to enhance the Animation/Interactive Design program, raising awareness of Animation/Interactive Design program to the Greenville and North Carolina community.Assisting with recruitment and ECU Animation/Interactive Design visibility.Additional responsibilities as needed.Contingent upon available funding.

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualification (candidates must have):Terminal degree (MFA or equivalent) in animation, game design, interactive design, or related field (for animation/interactive design).Ability to teach Animation/Interactive Design courses at the undergraduate level.Ability to contribute to curriculum development.Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
To apply, candidates must submit the following materials:Cover letter addressing position description and teaching philosophyCurriculum VitaeList of at least three professional references including affiliation, email address, and phone number (letters of recommendation will be required at a later date).A link to your personal website that includes: 20 images of personal work and 20 images of student work (if available).Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.Official transcripts are required upon employment.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Date Initial Screening Begins:
11/13/2024