Lecturer - Animation & Motion Graphics
About The Position
As a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution in the South Bronx, Hostos Community College was founded in response to the educational needs of the local community. The College empowers students to achieve professional success and facilitates transfer to advanced higher education programs. Hostos fosters creativity, inclusion, and student success, making it an ideal home for faculty passionate about the arts, design, and community empowerment. The Media Design Unit at Hostos offers four majors: Digital Design, Animation, Digital Music, and Game Design. Through a rigorous combination of lecture and studio-based coursework, the Digital Design & Animation Program equips students with a solid foundation for careers in graphic design, animation, and motion graphics. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience with industry-standard technology and media, fostering the artistic and technical skills needed to analyze, plan, and develop effective visual solutions to communication challenges. The Media Arts and Design Unit of the Humanities Department at Hostos Community College/CUNY seeks a creative, experienced, and industry-engaged educator for a full-time Lecturer position in Animation, beginning Spring 2026. The College is looking for a specialist in animation, motion graphics and kinetic typography, with a strong foundation in 2D and 3D animation, to lead and develop coursework that prepares students for professional careers in the fast-evolving fields of animation, motion graphics, and digital storytelling. The ideal candidate will bring significant industry experience and a deep understanding of how type, movement, design, and narrative come together to drive compelling visual communication. This is a teaching-focused position for candidates passionate about mentoring students and bridging classroom learning with real-world creative practices. The successful candidate will help shape a forward-thinking animation curriculum that supports career readiness in media production, advertising, broadcast design, entertainment, and other motion-based creative industries. This is a Lecturer position. Lecturers are eligible for a Certificate of Continuous Employment (CCE) after five years of successful service. This is an on-campus/in-person role.
Requirements
- Bachelor's in Fine Arts or area(s) of expertise, and the ability to teach successfully.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree (MFA, MA, or equivalent) in Animation, Motion Graphics, Digital Media, or related field
- 5+ years of professional experience in animation, motion design, or a closely related industry role
- Strong professional portfolio highlighting motion graphics, kinetic typography, and visual storytelling for media
- Expertise in tools such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, Cinema 4D, Blender, or Maya
- Demonstrated experience teaching in higher education, especially within diverse and urban student populations
- Commitment to student-centered pedagogy and inclusive teaching practices
- Familiarity with curriculum development and industry partnerships
Responsibilities
- Perform teaching and other related duties as those associated for a faculty member
- Teach undergraduate courses in 2D/3D animation, motion graphics, kinetic typography, and related topics
- Integrate industry-relevant tools, workflows, and expectations into the classroom
- Develop and update curriculum that aligns with contemporary animation and motion design practices
- Guide students in building strong portfolios and demo reels focused on real-world applications
- Collaborate with faculty and staff on program development and interdisciplinary initiatives
- Advise and mentor students pursuing careers in animation, broadcast media, advertising, and design
- Participate in department and College service activities
Benefits
- CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.
- We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
