Assistant or Associate Professor of Animation

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JobDescription: JobTitle Assistant or Associate Professor of Animation and Visual Effects, Non-Tenure Track, August2022 Department Location Category Status Digital Media Art Center Orange Faculty Full-time GeneralInformation **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. seeks applications for a full-time faculty position in animation and visual effects for its nationally recognized Dodge College of Film and Media Arts beginning August 2022. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a nationally-ranked institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern Californiau2019s most diverse and vibrant regions. The University achieved R2 status in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, a distinction held by just 10 percent of all U.S. universities and is ranked as #124th among Best National Universities by US News and World Report (2022). Our faculty include academic leaders who excel in research, publishing and world-class teaching in our 11 schools and colleges, including Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. Dedicated to forward-looking, personalized education, we create an environment for unlimited achievement by both our students and faculty. Dodge College is ranked #4 in the nation among film schools by The Hollywood Reporter. More information about the university and Dodge College is available at **** **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is dedicated to forward-looking, personalized education, and ongoing engagement with diversity and inclusion in people. We create an environment for unlimited achievement by both our students and faculty and are committed to strengthening our culture represented by the multi-ethnic opportunities drawn from the marketplace. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is available at **** Qualifications MFA or other terminal degree in film, animation, vfx, games, computer science, or a related field is preferred but not essential. Or significant relevant professional experience in animation production. We invite applications from outstanding candidates with diverse research and teaching perspectives based on non-traditional educational backgrounds. Theu00a0idealu00a0candidate willu00a0have professionalu00a0andu00a0teachingu00a0experience in oneu00a0oru00a0more areas:u00a02Du00a0and/or 3D animation production; modeling,u00a0riggingu00a0and lighting;u00a0visualu00a0effectsu00a0production;u00a0game design/development;u00a0motionu00a0capture, AR/VR and/oru00a0Pre- Productionu00a0Art. Required u00b7Professional industry experience in film, television, games oru00a0relatedu00a0industries u00b7Proven effective track record ofu00a0teachingu00a0at collegeu00a0levelu00a0(minimumu00a0twou00a0years). Preferred u00b7MFAu00a0 u00b7Expertise inu00a0and ability tou00a0teach softwareu00a0and otheru00a0toolsu00a0currently usedu00a0inu00a0animationu00a0production -u00a03D/CG animation u00b7Experience inu00a0Animationu00a0Productionu00a0withu00a0oneu00a0oru00a0moreu00a0ofu00a0the followingu00a0areas:u00a02Du00a0and/oru00a03D animation production;u00a0modeling, rigging and lighting; visualu00a0effects production; gamedesign/development;u00a0motioncapture, AR/VR and/or Pre-Production Art. u00b7Experience inu00a0multi-disciplinary collaboration u00b7Expertise inu00a0and abilityu00a0to teachu00a0software and other toolsu00a0currentlyu00a0usedu00a0in animation, visual effects and gameu00a0design,u00a0includingu00a0Adobe,u00a0Toon Boom, Unity, Unreal, Maya, Nuke, Houdini. Responsibilities Faculty duties include teaching, academic advising, and service to Dodge College and **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. The teaching load is 24 credits per academic year, in addition to continued professional work and/or research and scholarship. u00b7Teach courses in the Animation and Visual Effects program u00b7Work closely with faculty, staff, and students to plan and execute projects u00b7Advise on equipment needs, standards and documentation for animation production u00b7Mentor undergraduate students u00b7Develop curriculum to align with current and emerging industry standards u00b7Explore opportunities for multi-disciplinary collaboration u00b7Maintain industry relations to enhance student internship and career opportunities u00b7Contribute to developing a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion for all constituents. ContactInformation Qualified applicants are required to submit a **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. faculty application, cover letter, curriculum vitae, portfolio or reel of professional work, and three letters of professional recommendation online at: Academic Jobs Online at:u00a0**** Please direct any inquiries about the position to Aubry Mintz, Search Chair at ****. Use Animation Faculty Position as the email subject line. Salarywillbecommensuratewithqualifications.Thispositioniscontingentonfinal budget approval.Successfulcompletionofabackgroundcheckisrequiredforthefinalcandidate. DownloadacopyoftheChapman FacultyApplicationforEmploymenthere. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverseand inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancingdiversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin,ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition,military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any othercharacteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achievinga diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups toapply. ChapmanUniversity,OneUniversityDrive,Orange,CA92866HumanResourcesDepartment

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