3D Animation & Game Design Animation Part-time Instructor (Spring 2026) Job at U

3D Animation & Game Design Animation Part-time Instructor (Spring 2026)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please be sure to include portfolio/SyncSketch/Vimeo/YouTube portfolio link.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title 3D Animation & Game Design Animation Part-time Instructor (Spring 2026)

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The 3D Animation & Game Design ( ANGD ) Program in the School of Media and Design seeks a part-time lecturer for 3D Animation to teachin-person Principles of Animation course(s). In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities as assigned.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach one to two sections of first-year level Principles of Animation based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Adhere to UIW policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and online as needed;
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Expert knowledge of Maya as an animation tool;
• Strong skills demonstrated in a demo reel and a desire to see and facilitate student success is critical;
• Strong knowledge of SyncSketch for critiques;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

BFA in Game Art, Game Design, or Animation.

Required Work Experience

Significant experience in the game development industry in the field of 3D Character Animation

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience at the college or university level.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number

Posting Number UN960PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 3

Job Type

Job Type Part Time

Job Category

Job Category Faculty

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 01/05/2026

Multi-Hire Pool No

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to

Reports to Dean, School of Media & Design

Open Date

Open Date 07/11/2025

Close Date

Close Date 12/31/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please be sure to include portfolio/SyncSketch/Vimeo/YouTube portfolio link.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Required Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UIW Website
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • WorkplaceDiversity.com
  • HispanicDiversity.com
  • BlackJobCenter.com
  • WomensJobCenter.com
  • VeteransConnect.com
  • Personal Referral
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• If you selected other, please tell us where?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have at least a BFA in Game Art, Game Design, or Animation?
  • No
  • Yes
• * How many years of industry experience do you have in 3D Animation?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 or more years
• * How many years of teaching experience in this field do you have at the college or university level?
  • None
  • 1 semester
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 or more years
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