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3D Animation and Game Design - 3D Character Sculpting, Lecturer-Part Time (2023-24 Academic Year)

Position Number: 4213770
Location: San Antonio, TX
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Graphic Design

3D Animation and Game Design - 3D Character Sculpting, Lecturer-Part Time (2023-24 Academic Year)

UIW Mission

Position Summary
The 3D Animation & Game Design (ANGD) Program in the School of Media and Design seeks a part-time lecturer for 3D Animation to teach an in-person Organic Modeling course. 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.

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.

Essential Functions

Prepare course outlines and teach one section of first-year level Organic Modeling based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures focusing on ZBrush techniques.
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.

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of ZBrush, Unity, UE4, Marmoset.
Strong skills demonstrated in a demo reel and a desire to see and facilitate student success is critical.
Character modeling specialist.
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 in Game Art, Game Design, or Digital Sculpting.

Required Work Experience
N/A.

Preferred Qualifications
Industry experience.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None Specified.

Work Hours
Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands
None specified.

Posting Number: UN738PO
Job Type: Part Time
Job Category: Faculty
Desired Start Date: 08/14/2023
Position End Date (if temporary): 12/08/2023
Reports To: Dean, School of Media & Design
Salary: $5,000 per course
Open Date: 05/24/2023
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include link to ArtStation portfolio.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uiw.edu/postings/22406

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