Adjunct Faculty - Digital Arts; Evergreen

Adjunct - Department of Digital Arts (Evergreen)

Located in Redmond, Washington, Digi Pen Institute of Technology is a small college that offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science, Game Design, Digital Audio and Music, Computer Engineering, and Digital Art and Animation, as well as Master’s degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. Digi Pen Institute of Technology has been ranked one of the top 5 game design schools in the country by the Princeton Review for more than a decade.

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Reports to: Digital Arts Department Chair

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The Department of Digital Arts at Digi Pen Institute of Technology invites applicants for potential future positions of Adjunct Faculty – Digital Arts Instructor. Join our faculty team and help students develop the necessary skills to succeed in their chosen fields.

The Digital Art Department of Digi Pen Institute of Technology is seeking qualified applicants to teach within their area of specialization (e.g., VFX, Materials and Shaders, Houdini, Unreal, Unity, etc.). The instructor is responsible for delivery of educational material, including lectures, as well as evaluation and review of students, via homework, projects, or other indices. Ideal candidates will have teaching & professional experience in the area of specialization.

After completing the application process, you may be invited to participate in the interview process. If accepted, you will be added to our pool of pre‑approved adjuncts. The Digital Art Department hires adjunct faculty from the pool of pre‑approved adjuncts each semester on an as‑needed basis.

• Demonstrate digital art workflow in the area of expertise
• Grade, critique, and input assignment data on a weekly basis
• Teach courses in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
• Prepare and submit (on Moodle) timely grade reports and other reports on student performance
• Demonstrate evidence of teaching experience that supports a diverse student body and individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
• Organize class activities, demos, and assignments
• Relate assignments and tests to learning outcomes
• Manage Student Teaching Assistants, supervising their timecards and reviewing their weekly hours, as required
• Provide input, create, and improve course materials
• Offer weekly office hours
• In‑person teaching, with online classes when necessary, in Redmond, WA

• Extensive knowledge of the subject areas in which the individual is responsible for instruction
• Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction
• In‑person teaching, with online classes when necessary

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Art, Interactive Media, Technical Art, Visual Effects, or related field
• 4+ years of professional experience in the game or film industry, shipped titles preferred
• Relevant academic experience and/or relevant industry experience
• Team player with ability to solve problems independently
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to accommodate a wide variety of learning styles, special needs, etc.

• $5,184 – $8,709 per term, depending on credit hours, class size, and faculty rank

Not benefits eligible.

Applications should include, or you will be asked to provide, the following:

• A cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae / résumé
• Digital Art portfolio website
• Academic Transcripts of most recently attended educational institutions
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of experience on maximizing quality and engagement across broad subjects and perspectives

Upon accepting an offer of employment with us, the candidate will receive an invitation for a required background check, employment verification, and 5-panel drug screen as a part of the hiring process.

Complete application files will be accepted on a continuous basis and remain active for one year.…