Lecturer, Digital Animation - College of Arts & Communication - 15309 - EXTENDED DEADLINE
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ATTENTION:
The Department of Art and Design and the Media Arts and Game Development Program in the College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Lecturer for the department in Digital Animation. The successful applicant will be expected to teach courses in digital animation, advanced 3-D modeling and concept art related to game development. The position starts August 2019 with an anticipated one year appointment - there is a possibility for an additional year depending on availability of funds. Salary is commensurate with experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- MFA, masters degree in a related discipline OR 10 years tested work experience
- Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations
- Experience with motion capture
- Prior college teaching experience
- Experience with industry standard applications including Maya or 3ds Max, Mudbox, Photoshop and Illustrator software
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
- Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
This position will teach seven class sections across two semesters.
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
The mission of the Department of Art and Design is to promote a culture of transformation through education in the visual arts and to foster a community dedicated to introducing students to professional practices in the arts and related disciplines. The Media Arts and Game Development (MAGD) Program is an innovative interdisciplinary program that emphasizes the use of digital technology for the conceptualization and development of computer-based multimedia applications. The UW-Whitewater Art and Design Program is housed in the Greenhill Center of the Arts (CA), the largest discipline designated complex on the UW-Whitewater campus and an outstanding arts facility. The Center for the Arts houses dedicated art computer labs generating graphic and media design, and extensive ceramics, printmaking, jewelry and metalsmithing, sculpture and foundry, painting, and drawing studios run by internationally competitive faculty. Facilities also include a state-of-the-art Art History theater and the Crossman Gallery which features a range of contemporary national and regional exhibitions. The College is home to a visiting artist program which each year brings to campus a series of nationally known guest artists for workshops, demonstrations and lectures. The department is especially proud of the Schuh Visiting Artist Endowment: https://www.uww.edu//cac/artist.
The Department of Art and Design recognizes and approaches inclusivity and diversity as a complex and long-term project that should inspire, engage, and transform our students. To enhance the quality and range of our education we aim to retain, attract, represent and support a variety of populations and communities in our faculty, staff, and student body. The program exposes students to the broader possibilities of a life and career in the visual arts yet retains the intimacy of the locale.
For more information, please visit: https://www.uww.edu/cac/art-design
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions, 13 freshman-sophomore branch colleges, and a statewide Extension. In the fall of 2018, as a result of the University of Wisconsin System’s restructuring of the state’s 13 two-year campuses formerly known as UW Colleges, UW–Rock County began operating as a branch campus of UW–Whitewater under the new name of University of Wisconsin–Whitewater at Rock County. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. Founded in 1868, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Campus and Rock Campus are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offers the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.
The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs. UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the state. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater is a Division III NCAA university. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.
All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
To learn more about UW-Whitewater's competitive benefits packages go to our: ALEX webpage, which is our interactive benefits decision support tool.
SPECIAL NOTES:
UW-Whitewater embraces AAC&U’s LEAP principles (http://www.uww.edu/leap) and emphasizes student, staff and faculty participation in High-Impact Practices (https://www.aacu.org/resources/high-impact-practices). The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (http://www.uww.edu/orsp) provides support for faculty scholarly and creative activities as well as other opportunities to apply for reassigned time and/or other resources to support research activities. UW-Whitewater faculty and staff also have access to technology transfer and research resources provided by WiSys (https://www.wisys.org).
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Complete applications received by June 12, 2019 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in phone and/or online screening interviews and/or on campus interviews.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.
For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Dr. Jeff Heriott
Media Arts and Game Development Program Coordinator
262-472-1424
herriotj@uww.edu
TO APPLY:
Complete applications will include online submission of the following materials:
- Cover letter/letter of interest
- Curriculum Vita
- Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)
- Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)
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