Art & Design Adjunct Pool in Animated Arts Job at Kutztown University of Pennsyl
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, Kutztown, Berks County, United States
Overview
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in a rural setting in Kutztown, PA, the University is near Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from the Philadelphia metro area. The University seeks to hire employees who have experience working with diverse populations.
Position Details
The Department of Art & Design in the College of Visual & Performing Arts invites applications for part-time adjunct positions in Animated Arts and related fields. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarly growth; and service. Course load will be taught primarily in-person. If online teaching is offered, completion of the Teaching Online Certification Course offered through Kutztown University is required. We seek applicants committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff, and students in the Department of Art & Design and across the university.
Courses
Courses requiring coverage include (but are not limited to): undergraduate courses in 3D Modeling, 2D Digital Animation, 3D Animation, Visual Development (Storyboarding/Character Design/Concept Art), and related courses.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements: A MA or MFA degree in Animated Arts or a related area. A strong professional portfolio of personal and student artwork. Successful interview and demonstration of proficiency and ability to teach related software. Teaching experience of at least one year or equivalent professional experience in the animation field is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience of at least one year or job experience in the given field.
Supplemental Information
The application must include a cover letter indicating your specific course interest and teaching areas, teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts. All applicants must also submit ten samples of personal artwork and ten samples of student artwork to Slideroom: kuva.slideroom.com (program 83443). Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts are required during the campus interview. Review of applications is ongoing. Please address questions to Prof. Liz Schneider, Search Chair, Department of Art & Design, Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA 19530; schneider@kutztown.edu. Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions. The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.
Non-Discrimination and Security
Non-Discrimination Statement: Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. Title IX information and contact details are provided for inquiries and for reporting. The University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies are available in The Key student handbook or online at the social-equity page. The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report are available online or by request at the Clery Compliance Coordinator.