Adjunct Faculty, 2D Animation (On Campus)

About the role

The Adjunct Professor will work closely with the Chair and Program Lead of the Animation program, advancing teaching, student clubs and activities, co-curricular experiences, and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in 2D Animation I–IV (motion studies through advanced scene work)
• Teach Drawing + Acting for Animation
• Teach Storyboarding
• Teach Motion Graphics
• Work with students, faculty, and administrative staff to advance teaching and student success
• Perform duties as assigned by the Chair and the Program Lead

Requirements

• A graduate degree (MA, MS, MFA, MDes, or equivalent) in Animation, Game Art, Game Design, relevant Motion Graphics, OR a bachelors degree with a sustained record of professional or studio-based work in these areas.
• Proficiency using and teaching industry-leading 2D Animation software, including, but not limited to ToonBoom Harmony (required), Storyboard Pro (required), Adobe Photoshop (bonus), Adobe After Effects (bonus).
• Examples of pedagogical approaches that align with the institution's mission and values, along with evidence of effective and inclusive teaching that values a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Animation workflows, with an emphasis on character motion studies, performance-based animation, and scene development using Toon Boom Harmony.
• Experience with character animation, performance-based animation, and scene development using Toon Boom Harmony.
• Knowledge of Storyboard Pro, Adobe Photoshop, and After Effects is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Art, Design, or a related discipline OR equivalent professional distinction recognized at a national or international level.
• 2+ years of teaching experience in an accredited postsecondary institution with proven expertise in teaching Animation or related digital media.
• A sustained record of professional or studio-based work in Animation or related digital media, demonstrated through published short/feature films, series work, studio credits, freelance projects, portfolio, and/or client-based productions.
• Ongoing engagement with contemporary, emerging industry practices and pipelines with demonstrated expertise in 2D animation production workflows, including character animation, scene development, and rigging/puppetry in Toon Boom Harmony.

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Salary: $2,440 (lecture) – $3,340 (studio) per class, per term

Schedule

Not specified