Nature of Work The Digital Animation Center (DAC) program within the Visual Arts department in the College of Arts & Media at the University of Colorado Denver seeks a qualified candidate to fill a part-time Lecturer teaching position. This is a temporary, non-tenure track position that will teach no more than two courses per semester. Appointments will be part-time (less than 50%) and will be made semester-by-semester, depending on the needs of the department. 3D Graphics and Animation The 3D Graphics and Animation emphasis at the University of Colorado Denver is a competitive and rigorous four-year curriculum focused on preparing students to work in a wide variety of fields that use animated digital computer graphics (CG), including entertainment, film and television, gaming, medicine, and science. Examples of Work Performed Teach courses from introductory to advanced levels of 3D graphics and animation to undergraduate students in the Digital Animation Center program.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $5,150 per 3-credit semester course.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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Diversity and Equity:

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Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in 3D animation and some relevant professional experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of Autodesk's Maya and other industry standard software
• Excellent facility with graphic design applications such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Solid generalist skills in 3D graphics and animation
• Ability to teach and work with a diverse student body.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience teaching in a higher education environment.
• Master's Degree in a related field.

1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2. A current Resume/CV
3. The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three professional references, either attached to your resume/CV or uploaded as a separate document