Assistant Professor of Illustration-Entertainment
Arts
Salary: $55,000.00 - $64,500.00 Annually
Location: Cedar City, UT
Job Type: Full-time Faculty
Job Number: 202400051
Division: College of Performing & Visual Arts
Closing: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Position Summary
Southern Utah University invites applications for a 9-month,
tenure-track, benefits-eligible position as Assistant Professor of
Illustration- Entertainment Arts beginning Fall 2025. The position
will educate and mentor students in the techniques, principles, and
history of visual storytelling, preparing them for careers in
creative industries. The position develops and delivers engaging
curricula, oversees student projects, and provides critical
feedback to foster artistic growth and technical proficiency.
The successful candidate will join a NASAD-accredited program and a
multidisciplinary teaching environment. Our programs emphasize
creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and social
responsibility. Faculty members are encouraged to shape the
curriculum, engage in creative/scholarly activities, and contribute
to fostering belonging and inclusion within the department,
college, and university.
First Consideration will begin February 10, 2025, and continue
until the position is filled.
For more information contact Jeff Hanson, Department Chair, via
email
hansonj@suu.edu or phone
435-586-7842.
Course Load: 3/3 per academic year, with potential summer teaching
opportunities for additional compensation.
Essential Functions
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Design and deliver
engaging lectures & demonstrations on illustration principles
and techniques.
Supervise and guide students in hands-on illustration
assignments and projects.
Critique and provide constructive feedback on student work to
foster artistic growth.
Mentor students in their academic and professional development.
Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in the field of
illustration for entertainment art.
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and
program enhancement.
Support students in preparing for careers in the industry,
including networking and skill development.
Oversee student portfolio development projects to ensure
readiness for professional opportunities.
Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to faculty
discussions and initiatives.
Engage in creative work or research to maintain expertise and
contribute to the field of illustration.
Education & Experience
Required Qualifications:
Terminal degree in a relevant field, such as an MFA in
Illustration.
Significant professional experience in the entertainment
industry, such as concept art for feature film, TV animation, video
games, storyboarding, environment design, character design, and
prop design.
Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in visual storytelling and
entertainment-focused illustration.
Familiarity with industry-standard tools, techniques, and
workflows relevant to entertainment illustration.
Ability to contribute to expanding the program's curriculum
with content focused on entertainment illustration.
Collaborative skills to work effectively with faculty members
from diverse industry backgrounds, including publishing.
Commitment to mentoring students and preparing them for careers
in creative industries.
Teaching experience in higher education or comparable
mentorship experience is preferred.
Awareness of current trends and innovations in the
entertainment illustration industry.
Preferred Qualifications:
Published work or notable achievements in the entertainment
industry, such as contributions to acclaimed films, games, or
series.
Proficiency in traditional and digital illustration
techniques.
Familiarity with emerging technologies, such as AR/VR or AI, as
they relate to entertainment illustration.
Experience in developing and implementing innovative curricula
in illustration programs.
Active involvement in professional organizations or communities
related to entertainment illustration.
Supplemental Information
Additional documents needed to apply:
Personal Work Portfolio
Student Work Portfolio (If applicable)
This position is contingent upon funding.
Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including
sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation,
gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy,
pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status,
veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in
employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs
and activities, or other University benefits or services.
For more information or contact information, please visit
or phone 435-586-7842.
Course Load: 3/3 per academic year, with potential summer teaching
opportunities for additional compensation.
Essential Functions
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Design and deliver
engaging lectures & demonstrations on illustration principles
and techniques.
Supervise and guide students in hands-on illustration
assignments and projects.
Critique and provide constructive feedback on student work
to foster artistic growth.
Mentor students in their academic and professional
development. Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in
the field of illustration for entertainment art.
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and
program enhancement.
Support students in preparing for careers in the industry,
including networking and skill development.
Oversee student portfolio development projects to ensure
readiness for professional opportunities.
Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to
faculty discussions and initiatives.
Engage in creative work or research to maintain expertise
and contribute to the field of illustration.
Education & Experience
Required Qualifications:
Terminal degree in a relevant field, such as an MFA in
Illustration.
Significant professional experience in the entertainment
industry, such as concept art for feature film, TV animation, video
games, storyboarding, environment design, character design, and
prop design.
Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in visual storytelling and
entertainment-focused illustration.
Familiarity with industry-standard tools, techniques, and
workflows relevant to entertainment illustration.
Ability to contribute to expanding the program's curriculum
with content focused on entertainment illustration.
Collaborative skills to work effectively with faculty members
from diverse industry backgrounds, including publishing.
Commitment to mentoring students and preparing them for careers
in creative industries.
Teaching experience in higher education or comparable
mentorship experience is preferred.
Awareness of current trends and innovations in the
entertainment illustration industry.
Preferred Qualifications:
Published work or notable achievements in the entertainment
industry, such as contributions to acclaimed films, games, or
series.
Proficiency in traditional and digital illustration
techniques.
Familiarity with emerging technologies, such as AR/VR or AI, as
they relate to entertainment illustration.
Experience in developing and implementing innovative curricula
in illustration programs.
Active involvement in professional organizations or communities
related to entertainment illustration.
Supplemental Information
Additional documents needed to apply:
Personal Work Portfolio
Student Work Portfolio (If applicable)
This position is contingent upon funding.
Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including
sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation,
gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy,
pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status,
veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in
employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs
and activities, or other University benefits or services.
For more information or contact information, please visit
https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination/.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/suu/jobs/4785985/assistant-professor-of-illustration-entertainment-arts
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