Art in Animation Assistant Professor

Art in Animation Assistant Professor (Job No. 552014)

Job Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure‑Track.

Location:

Central California:
Fresno. University:
California State University, Fresno;
College of Arts & Humanities;
School of Art, Design & Art History.

California State University, Fresno invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Art in Animation. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Animation curriculum, advise students, and supervise student research and creative activities. The faculty member is expected to conduct independent research/creative activities; serve on school, college, and university committees; engage in community service; and attend School of Art, Design & Art History events.

Specific assignments are dependent on the school’s needs and the individual’s background.

• Teach 12 teaching‑load units per semester in one or more undergraduate animation courses.
• Advisory and supervisory responsibilities for undergraduate students.
• Serve on college, school, and university committees.
• Engage in community outreach and service related to the animation field.
• Attend School of Art, Design & Art History events and meetings.

• Required:
  
  M.F.A. or terminal degree in Art, Animation, or related field with emphasis in Animation; OR M.A. with five years of professional animation experience.
• Applicants nearing M.F.A. completion may be considered; degree must be completed by August 1, 2026.
• Minimum of one year of university or college‑level teaching experience (teaching assistantship considered).
• Ability to teach all levels of 2D animation.
• Proficiency in Adobe Animate, Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, and other industry software.
• Demonstrable record of active exhibition or production.
• Evidence of scholarship/creative/professional activities in the field.
• Commitment to undergraduate teaching and student success.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students and community members.

• Knowledge of fine art and industry animation processes.
• Experience in a variety of animation processes.
• Experience in media such as video art, multimedia installation, interactivity, or similar.

• Submit application by December 1, 2025.
• All materials accepted through the online portal: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Application materials include: letter of interest, CV with references, link to representative scholarship/example work, samples of student work, statement of teaching philosophy.
• Additional documents for interview: three current letters of recommendation (dated within 12 months), official transcripts.
• Positions close on March 31, 2026.
• Pay consideration for funding availability.

Search Chair:
Adan Ávalos, Associate Professor, School of Art, Design & Art History, College of Arts & Humanities. Email: adan.

California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer consistent with CSU’s nondiscrimination policy and all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

California State University, Fresno is a Hispanic‑Serving Institution and an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander‑Serving Institution. We emphasize inclusion and community engagement in the San Joaquin Valley region.