Faculty - Digital Art & Animation (FT or PT)

Description

Rigging, 3D Lighting, and Compositing! Animators, Digital Artists and CG Superstars, share your skills! Cogswell Polytechnical College is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach classes and lead student projects.

Summary: Transfer knowledge including theory, practical skills, methods and techniques. Impart practical application of principles, techniques, and software. Other aspects of teaching include; academic advising, supervision of instructional activities, such as cooperative work experiences, internships, and practice; instructional management, tutoring; curriculum and course development; and creation of teaching and instructional materials.

• Teach several classes per semester

• Collaborate with department faculty in curriculum implementation, student support, and continuous program improvement. Ensure curriculum and syllabi are up to date and all classes have relevant materials through program review

• Maintain office hours outside of instructional time

• Participate in department meetings and student success initiatives

• Participate in program learning assessment

• May participate in Faculty Senate and Senate Committees.

• Assist in maintaining a pool of prospective adjunct instructors and part time faculty

• Build and maintain community and industry relationships, including project partnerships, student opportunities

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field and 4 or more years of industry experience. Master’s degree is preferred.

Domain-specific knowledge:

• Excellent knolwedge of Maya 
• Python scripting experience
• Competence in a wide range of digital and electronic processes platforms  
• A record of professional achievement as demonstrated by the following:  films, animations, or commercial products credited and delivered.

Knowledge & Skill Requirement:

• Minimum of 3 years of directly related professional experience.

• Teaching or Instruction experience in an academic or professional setting is preferred.

• Ability to work with and help students. Ability and willingness to discern and meet the needs of students.

• Strong computer skills.

• Ability to learn new programs.

• Demonstrates initiative and strong problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated excellent communication skills.

• Ability to establish interpersonal rapport and relate to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures

• Ability to work with others in a collegial and productive manner.

Cogswell  College is located in San Jose, California (northern California).
The College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Senior Colleges and University Commission (WASC)

Full time faculty enjoy a comprehensive benefit package.  All Cogswell employees receive a free VTA pass to make commuting easier, we are steps away from the Baypointe light rail stop in North San Jose.

Classes may be scheduled at night, during the day, and on weekends. Our schedule conforms to our Academic Calendar posted on our website. http://www.cogswell.edu/academics/academic_calendar.php