University of Nebraska-Lincoln · 1 day ago
Assistant Professor of Practice - Emerging Media Arts: Animation
Lincoln, Nebraska Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an Assistant Professor of Practice in Emerging Media Arts: Animation. The role involves teaching and mentoring students in 3D animation and rigging, while also collaborating on curriculum development and staying current with industry advancements.
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Responsibilities
Teach courses in 3D Animation, Rigging, Introduction to Game Engines, Motion Capture for Real-time Performance, and others as needed
Collaborate with faculty to develop new courses and curriculum with a focus towards interdisciplinarity
Provide mentorship to students
Recruit artist/industry partners and assist students transitioning into their careers
Remain agile and keep current with advancements in 3D animation, rigging, motion capture, game engine technologies, AI, and creative applications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with at least five years of professional experience in 3D animation and/or rigging for film, television, games, or live performance workflows
Working career as an animator/artist represented through a body of work that has received theatrical, network, or streaming exhibition and/or national/international festival recognition
Preferred
Master's degree in an equivalent arts-related field; OR in exceptional cases, significant professional credentials and experience in lieu of a terminal degree
Experience with game engines (Unity or Unreal) or other real-time performance systems
Experience in custom rigging for 3D animation and/or games
Experience with emerging forms of digital animation workflows, including AI and Machine Learning
Proficiencies in languages such as MEL (PyMEL), Python, C++, or C#
University teaching experience above the teaching assistant level; or equivalent experience in a non-university setting (Animation Mentor, Gnomon, VFS, etc.)
A strong network of contacts with other industry professionals and employers
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and the ability to stay at the edge of industry developments
Benefits
Attractive compensation and benefits package
Faculty status with opportunities for promotion in rank
Sabbatical opportunities for continued learning and professional development
Resources to support innovative teaching and creative practice
Company
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln was chartered as a land-grant university on February 15, 1869, to create opportunity for the state of Nebraska.
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