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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL
The Art Department

3D Animation/Digital Interactive Media

The Art Department at the University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position to teach undergraduate courses in 3D digital animation, interactive digital media and immersive VR photography. The MFA is required as well as an active and growing record of creative and scholarly research, exhibitions and publications. The position appointment is effective September 1, 2005. An interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of 3D animation and interactive media emphasizing conceptually mature sequential narratives is desirable. Applicants must show proficiency in Lightwave, Maya, digital media authoring, video editing and audio, and demonstrate an interest in and an understanding of new media theory and contemporary art and culture. Applicants must also show some experience in Web design and Macintosh lab management. Salary and benefi ts are commensurate with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Responsibilities will include teaching three undergraduate courses per semester, student advising and participation in senior reviews, as well as committee participation at the Department, College and University level. A minimum of three years' teaching in higher education is required and industry experience is preferred. To apply, send a letter of application, resume and portfolio. Please include examples of animation and digital interactive media, examples of student work, teaching philosophy, syllabi, three letters of reference and a SASE and send to: Animation Search Committee, Art Department/UMass Lowell, 71 Wilder Street, Suite 8, Lowell, MA 01854.

Web Artist

The Art Department at the University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position to teach undergraduate courses in Web-based art and design. The MFA is required as well as an active and growing record of creative and scholarly research, exhibitions and publications. The position appointment is effective September 1, 2005. An interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of Web-based media is desirable. Applicants must show a demonstrated proficiency in JTML, CSS, DHTML, JavaScript and Flash, with ActionScript preferred. A thorough understanding of typography, color theory, interactive design principles, and Web strategy experience is required. Applicants must also demonstrate an interest in and an understanding of new media theory and contemporary art and culture. Salary and benefits are commensurate with the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor. Responsibilities will include teaching three undergraduate courses per semester, participation in Macintosh lab management, overseeing the art department Web site with student assistance, student advising and participation in senior reviews, as well as committee participation at the Department, College and University level. A minimum of three years' teaching in higher education is required and
industry experience is preferred. To apply, send a letter of application, resume, online portfolio link, other examples of Web-based media, and examples of student work. Also include teaching philosophy, syllabi, three letters of reference and a SASE, and send to: Web Design Search Committee, Art Department/UMass Lowell, 71 Wilder Street, Suite 8, Lowell, MA 01854.

UMASS
University of Massachusetts
Lowell

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