Animation and Digital Arts - Visual Art Faculty Member

• Deliver instruction in introductory and advanced courses in animation and digital arts, along with foundational coursework in two-dimensional design and graphic design as program needs require
• Staying informed about emerging technologies, software platforms, aesthetic trends, and industry standards in animation, motion graphics, and digital media production
• Lead curriculum development initiatives by creating new courses and revising existing offerings to ensure the Visual Arts Program remains contemporary, conceptually rigorous, and aligned with transfer and workforce pathways
• Collaborate with Information Technology staff to oversee the effective operation, maintenance, and updating of computer labs, digital equipment, and specialized software used in animation and digital arts instruction
• Provide comprehensive academic advising for students majoring in Visual Art and Graphic Design, including guidance on transfer preparation, portfolio development, and career pathways
• Hold regular office hours and provide individualized academic and technical support to foster student success and skill development
• Participate actively in shared governance through service on departmental, divisional, and college-wide committees, task forces, and subcommittees
• Fulfill institutional service responsibilities in accordance with the MCCC collective bargaining agreement
• Coordinate and advance the Visual Arts Program by designing new and updating existing courses to maintain an evolving, contemporary, and forward- looking curriculum
• Contribute to department efforts to recruit and retain students
• Build and reinforce relationships with relevant local businesses as well as transfer institutions, in order to support students’ pursuit of transfer and career opportunities.

• Master's of Fine Art (MFA) degree in Visual Art, Animation, Digital Art, or a closely related field, completed by August 2026
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and other industry-standard software platforms used in animation, motion graphics, digital imaging, and interactive media
• A record of excellence in teaching (at least two years of experience teaching at the collegiate level)
• Advanced knowledge of both analog and digital methods in the field
• Commitment to equity
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Active creative practice, exhibition record, or professional portfolio demonstrating sustained engagement in the field
• Experience working successfully with a diverse student body
• Ongoing engagement with contemporary discourse in art, design, animation, and arts education
• Evidence of excellence in instruction, including the use of varied, student-centered, culturally responsive pedagogical strategies that address multiple learning modalities
• Professional experience in animation, motion graphics, digital media production, or a closely related creative industry
• Demonstrated record of curriculum development, including the design of new courses or certificate pathways in animation, digital arts, or emerging media
• Grant writing, program development, or community outreach experience that strengthens external partnerships and industry connections
• Evidence of student mentorship that supports transfer success, portfolio development, internships, or job placement in creative fields.

Full State benefits