Entertainment Arts Mentors - Competition

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition : 4812
Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 2
Salary Information: Casual Employee - Hourly Rate
Employment Type: On-Call
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Travel Frequency:
Employee Group: Casual Employee
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This role reports to Dean or designate.

The Mentor is responsible for supporting and providing feedback to students of the assigned projects as provided at the start of term. Mentors provide weekly feedback, guide students in their field of expertise.

Mentors are expected to do a total of 13 weekly mentoring sessions with students and the sessions are scheduled during weekdays (generally after regular work hours), and potentially on Saturdays.

• Provide students with weekly feedback on their projects
• Help students to scope, plan, and execute their projects
• Encourage and motivate students through constructive feedback
• Sets and models a high standard of professional behaviour and appropriate appearance
• Adheres to the Policies and Procedures of the universit

Education and Experience

• Demonstrate familiarity and experience in one or more of the following discplines:
  • 2D Animation
  • 3D Animation/3D Modelling
  • Game Development
  • Video Production
• A minimum of one accredited published movie, game, or app title and/or 3 years of industry experience in an appropriate area of development
• Relevant degree/diploma is advantageous
• Experience working with and teaching students is advantageous

• Excellent communication, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and apply university, government, agency and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility
• Ability to use tact and discretion to deal with or settle complex requests or complaints
• Ability to communicate effectively with people who have limited English language proficiency

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $80.00

• extended health and dental benefits
• healthcare spending account
• generous vacation package
• defined pension plan
• parenthood top-up
• sick leave
• long-term disability
• life insurance
• professional development days
• tuition waiver
• inhouse training & development
• inter-campus transportation
• and more!

Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

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