Non-Tenure Track Lecturer in Animation and Visual Narrative
About The Position
The Department of Art at the University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks applicants for a full-time academic-year (nine-month) Non-tenure track (NTT) Lecturer position in Animation & Visual Narrative. The department values diversity as a factor in academic and artistic excellence. The successful candidate will be an experienced visual narrative artist and educator with a passion for storytelling, character design, and world-building across multiple genres, pipelines, and platforms. They will be able to teach Introduction to 2D Animation and Professional Practices for Animators, as well as courses in storyboarding, character design, and other areas of visual development. Additional expertise in illustration, comic arts, or transmedia storytelling is highly encouraged. The candidate will demonstrate an innovative approach to narrative, with the ability to apply skills and concepts in interdisciplinary contexts. They will stay current with trends and practices in the areas of animation and visual narrative, and work to develop foundational and advanced courses in visual narrative arts. They will also mentor students in preparing for careers in the animation and narrative industries, including developing strong portfolios, reels, and other professional materials aligned with industry standards. Experience working in collaborative studio environments is highly desirable. The person in this position will teach three undergraduate courses per semester and participate in service to the department for the academic year. Other teaching responsibilities include serving on BFA and MFA thesis committees, student advising, and helping to oversee animation facilities and equipment. A commitment to the academic success of all students and strong departmental citizenship is essential to a successful candidacy.
Requirements
- MFA in Art or similar terminal degree at the time of starting the position
- Two years full-time teaching at college-level beyond graduate school, or the equivalent of eight college-level courses
- Strong background in animation, visual development, or related visual narrative fields
- Knowledge or experience teaching Introduction to 2D Animation and Professional Practices for Animators
- Ability to develop new courses in areas such as visual development, illustration, comic arts, and/or transmedia
- Record of professional activity demonstrated through creative practice, research, exhibitions, publications, or industry work
- Familiarity with Mac OS and Windows operating systems
- Commitment to mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
- Commitment to departmental citizenship and equitable labor practices
Nice To Haves
- Additional expertise in illustration, comic arts, or transmedia storytelling
- Competency in industry-standard animation and digital drawing software.
- Experience working in collaborative studio environments is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Teach three undergraduate courses per semester.
- Participate in service to the department for the academic year.
- Serve on BFA and MFA thesis committees.
- Student advising.
- Helping to oversee animation facilities and equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
