Adjunct Associate Professor of Animation and Digital Arts – Business of Animation

About the role

The John C. Hench Division of Animation + Digital Arts of USC’s School of Cinematic Arts teaches animation from a maker’s point of view with a focus on creation, design and innovation. Classes are taught by seasoned filmmakers and current industry professionals who inspire and enable students to develop as artists and embark on creative careers.

The division is seeking applicants for a faculty position at the Adjunct Associate Professor level to teach a Business of Animation course to graduate students pursuing their Master of Fine Arts. This course is taught in person at the USC campus in Los Angeles for Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Teach the Business of Animation course to MFA graduate students at USC.

Requirements

• BA or BFA degree from an accredited university.
• 15 years of professional experience working in animated features and/or animated episodic series.

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience at major animation studios working in production, studio management, and/or talent management.
• Currently engaged in the entertainment industry with first-hand knowledge of industry business practices and trends.
• Strong hands-on experience with productions of animated features and/or episodic series from development to postproduction.
• Experience partnering with Directors and studio executives, and nurturing and hiring key creative talent.
• Preferred: MFA degree from an accredited university.
• Preferred: Demonstrated teaching experience, ideally at the college level, but inclusive of professional and community seminars, workshops, and mentorships.

Pay

The core salary range for this position is $38 – $43.75 per hour.