Assistant Professor/Digital Design/3D Animation

Assistant Professor-Digital Design/3D Animation
The Multimedia Arts and Sciences Program at UNC Asheville invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor position in animation and digital media commencing
Fall 2011. Applicants will have a significant background in professional animation
production as well as university-level teaching experience. Qualified candidates will have
a MFA or a PhD degree. A strong portfolio and related industry experience is required.
Requisite skills and knowledge include traditional animation, 3D computer animation and
3D modeling. The candidate will demonstrate an expert proficiency in traditional
animation, 3D character animation, rigging, and other aspects of character technical
direction. Expertise in wider aspects of animation is preferred. Qualified candidates will
teach a 4/4 course load in animation history, character animation, storyboarding, plot
development, non-linear narrative and 3D environment design at the undergraduate
level. Experience with game design and development, game engine programs,
prototyping and methods, video/audio productions is a plus. Candidates with the
following secondary professional, scholarly and creative expertise are especially
encouraged to apply: media theory, representation of race and gender in digital media,
animation and ethnic histories, identity and narrative in animation arts, digital media and
globalization, mentoring diverse young people in digital and animation media.
Applicants must be familiar with standard graphic software packages in order to teach
animation at the introductory level if required. Preference will be given to individual with
industry experience and a professional exhibition record. The successful candidate is
expected to be an excellent teacher and should enjoy working in the classroom with
students. Teaching in our Integrative Liberal Studies program—UNC Asheville’s
interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum required of all undergraduates—is also expected,
including introductory (freshmen) colloquia, writing and diversity intensives, Arts and
Ideas seminars, and/or our Humanities Program. Additionally, the ideal candidate will
have undergraduate advising experience, demonstrated scholarly research, and a
willingness to serve on university committees. An open approach with an interest in
interdisciplinary collaborations is a priority. The salary offered will be commensurate with
experience and qualifications.
Please send letter of application, CV, teaching philosophy, samples of student work,
samples of creative work, and three letters of reference to Professor Lei Han, Chair of
Search Committee, Multimedia Arts and Sciences Program, UNC Asheville, One
University Heights, CPO 2015, Asheville, NC 28804-8509. The search committee will
begin review of material November 8th, 2010. The position is open until filled. Position
begins July 2011. The University of North Carolina at Asheville is committed to diversity
and equality in education and employment and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer.