Visiting Assistant Professor of Animation

Visiting Assistant Professor of Animation

Job ID: 246014
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us
Columbus State University provides a creative, deeply personal and relevant college experience. The University aspires to have faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Columbus region. Serving the Southeast while attracting students from around the world, Columbus State thrives on community partnerships to deliver excellence for students who want to achieve personal and professional success in an increasingly global environment. Students at Columbus State University find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. Just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Columbus State University is a proud member of the University System of Georgia, enrolling more than 8,400 students in a wide variety of degree programs, from online degrees to a doctorate in education. Among public regional universities in the South, Columbus State University recently ranked No. 46 in the “Best Colleges” rankings by U.S. News & World Report and No. 1 in the “Best Online Colleges in Georgia” for providing the best opportunities and value for students seeking online training and educational programs by the Affordable Colleges Online.

Columbus State University has a nationally recognized track record of partnership and outreach through efforts such as the Cunningham Center for Leadership Development, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, and its own residence - the Spencer House - in Oxford, England. The University has two primary campus locations in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150 acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS and Ft. Benning, the U.S. Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For additional information about the University visit our website at www.ColumbusState.edu.

Inclusion is one of Columbus State University's values. The 2018-2023 Strategic Plan specifically states that we will work “to attain a level of diversity among faculty and staff that more closely reflects the student population.” The range of diverse students at CSU is reflected by the diverse student organizations, including Collegiate 100 Men of CSU, Collegiate Women of Columbus State University, Minority Association of Premedical/Prehealth Students, Pride +, CHispA, and others.

Job Summary
The College of the Arts at Columbus State University is conducting a search for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Animation within the Department of Art.

The Department of Art is NASAD accredited and is uniquely positioned within the RiverPark Campus in a growing state-of-the-art complex of educational, studio, gallery and performance spaces that are considered among the finest in the Southeast. The College of the Arts and the RiverPark Campus represent a significant emphasis on the arts, collaboration, community partnerships and excellent private funding. The college complex establishes Columbus State University's arts program as a vibrant presence in the revitalized uptown area and contributes to urban renewal, sustainability, and a progressive cultural environment. One of the South's largest design conferences, “Creative South”, is hosted annually each spring just blocks away from campus.

Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching all undergraduate levels of Animation and should be well versed in contemporary animation theory and practice.

Required Qualifications
An MFA in Animation or a closely related field of study is required. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative department that regularly hosts programs such as the All-State Art Symposium, the National Art Honors Society conference, a visiting artist and scholars residency program, and contemporary exhibitions. Candidates should demonstrate ability in teaching all levels of animation and digital foundations. Three years of successful teaching and related professional experience are preferred, which may include graduate teaching assistantships.

Demonstrated expertise and professional experience should include industry-standard animation software. Experience with both 2D and 3D animation preferred. Qualified candidates must be able to teach project organization, traditional concepts of animation, computer hardware/software requirements, visual development and story development for animation, and animation preproduction, production, and post-production. An ability to teach all aspects of the animation production pipeline is advantageous. Experience in any related areas such as digital art, film, or video, are desirable but not required. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in practices that support the University's focus on student engagement and active learning.

Required Documents to Attach
Required Documents to Submit with Online Application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of intent
• Teaching philosophy
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (Official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit, if selected for interview.)
• PDF portfolio of 20 personal and 20 student portfolio works [stills, etc.] (and/or) animation works, if available.
• 3 references with contact information.

All applications and required documents must be submitted using the Columbus State University's online employment site. Applicants must have the ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) requirements, in particular a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Animation or a closely related teaching discipline.

Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Columbus State University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a sense of belongingness for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.


To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=246014&PostingSeq=1


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