DD220 BR - Meaningful Interactions (Fall 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University•Brantford, ON

17h•Onsite

About The Position

An exploration of how artists and designers create meaning through interactivity. Drawing on a wide range of artifacts, from the design of everyday objects like doors and ovens to expressive media such as interactive films, comics, and games, students will learn how interactivity can be leveraged to convey messages and meanings. The class incorporates hands-on tutorials, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and critiques.

Requirements

Master’s degree or diploma related to the study of games, interactive art and design, and/or User Experience Design.
CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins).
Candidate Application Form (CAF) outlining relevant qualifications and how work/academic experience enhances ability to teach the course.
For External Applicants: Names and Contact Information for Referees, Evidence of Good Teaching, Verification of highest degree.
Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.
All applications must be submitted online.

Nice To Haves

Experience instructing/mentoring students/learners in the design of and/or analysis of games as a form of interactive communication/argumentation.
Experience with designing or critically analyzing games that convey ideas, beliefs, and/or values to the player (e.g. games about social, political or applied issues).

Responsibilities

Instructing/mentoring students/learners in the design of and/or analysis of games as a form of interactive communication/argumentation.
Designing or critically analyzing games that convey ideas, beliefs, and/or values to the player (e.g. games about social, political or applied issues).
Delivering lectures, discussions, and critiques.
Conducting hands-on tutorials and demonstrations.