Art Institute of Chicago - Faculty in 2D & 3D Computer Animation
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Department of Film, Video and New Media
Faculty in 2D Animation
The Department of Film, Video, and New Media at the School of the Art
Institute of Chicago seeks an innovative animation artist for a one-
year full-time visiting artist position. The ideal candidate is able
to teach traditional and digital 2D animation as an art form, both
technically
and aesthetically. The one-year position begins August 2007 and could
be extended, pending a performance review.
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago has approximately 250
animation students working in a variety of ways in approximately 15
classes between the departments of Film, Video, and New Media (FVNM),
and Art and Technology Studies (ATS). Our students are very high
caliber
and are interested in directing and producing their own work, while
acquiring skills for commercial studio work as well.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate students
pursuing studies in animation, both narrative and experimental.
Candidate is responsible for teaching three animation classes per
semester that may include studio classes, graduate advising, and/or an
animation history course. Studio class size is ideal, with between 10
and 15 students per course.
Qualifications: Candidates should have a body of creative work in
animation: drawn, cutout, or traditional/digital puppet. Applicants
should have teaching experience, and be comfortable teaching drawing;
idea development; digital compositing; sound and image. Must be able
to
teach traditional film techniques; traditional cut-outs, puppets;
drawing discs; and interfacing digital media tools and applications
such as scanners; PhotoShop; Flash; After Effects; ToonBoom; Final Cut
Pro, and ProTools. Terminal degree preferred but not required.
Application procedure: Application review begins February 15, 2007 and
will continue until the position is filled. For priority
consideration, by February 15, 2007 please send the following
materials:
1) Letter of application
2) Current resume/CV
3) Artist's statement
4) Teaching philosophy
5) Examples of work (DVD is preferable)
6) The names and contact information for three professional references
7) Self-addressed, stamped postcard to confirm receipt of materials
8) SASE only if you would like your materials returned, to:
2D Animation Search/lea
SAIC
Office of Deans and Division Chairs
37 South Wabash Avenue
Chicago IL 60603
Questions regarding open positions, application procedures, or the
search process may be directed to Shanna Linn, Associate Director in
the Office of Deans and Division Chairs, at sl...@saic.edu, or
312.899.7472. Consult www.said.edu for information on the School and
its programs, orwww.saic.edu/about/jobs/faculty for specific
application procedures.
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:: Art Institute of Chicago
Department of Film, Video and New Media
Faculty in 3D Computer Animation
Applications are invited for the one-year visiting position of
Assistant Professor in 3D Computer Animation in the Department of Art
and Technology Studies at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
We seek to find an innovative artist and animator committed to being
part
of a creative and engaging community of artists, faculty and students.
The one-year position begins August 2007 and contract could be
extended, pending a performance review.
Responsibilities: Position requires teaching both undergraduate and
graduate students pursuing studies in animation, both narrative and
experimental. Duties also include the development of new animation
curriculum and committee work pertaining to revision and expansion of
animation curriculum.
Qualifications: Applicants must hold a graduate degree in an art or
design field, or in a related technical field, if evidence of artistic
activity is provided. University-level teaching experience and a
strong record of creative activities is desired. Experimental
approaches to the
3D animation medium are welcomed. Advanced training and substantial
professional experience in one or more of the following areas is
required: animation, three-dimensional modeling, rigging, surfacing,
visual effects, digital lighting, motion capture, and/or digital
storytelling.
Application procedure: Candidates should show a body of creative work
related to 3D computer animation and indicate a strong artistic focus.
Required submission materials: letter of application addressing
applicant's qualifications; current resume; separate statement
discussing applicant's creative work and approach to teaching;
examples and description of applicant's work, DVD preferable; names
and contact information (post and email addresses, and telephone
numbers) of three professional references; a self-addressed, stamped
postcard to acknowledge receipt of your materials; and a SASE only if
you would like
materials returned.
For priority consideration, by February 15, send materials to:
3D Animation Faculty Search
SAIC
Office of Deans and Division Chairs
37 South Wabash Avenue
Chicago IL 60603
Application review will continue until filled.
Questions regarding open positions, application procedures, or the
search process may be directed to Shanna Linn, Associate Director in
the Office of Deans and Division Chairs, at sl...@saic.edu, or
312.899.7472.
Consult www.saic.edu for information on the School and its programs,
or
www.saic.edu/about/jobs/faculty for specific application procedures.
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago is committed to creating a
diverse community of faculty and students, and is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of their
qualifications for the position without regard to race, religion,
national origin, sex,
age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.