Lecturer - Stop Motion Animation Job at Inside Higher Ed in Amherst

Lecturer – Stop Motion Animation

University: University of Massachusetts Amherst – Department of Art
Location: UMass Amherst, MA
Position Type: Part‑Time, Non‑Benefited, Non‑Tenure Track Lecturer

Job Overview

The Department of Art invites applications for a part‑time, non‑benefited lecturer to teach a 300‑level Stop Motion Animation course for the Spring 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 300‑level Stop Motion Animation course to undergraduates and possibly graduate students.
• Develop and deliver lectures, demonstrations, and short exercises.
• Plan and conduct in‑progress and final critiques, historical and contemporary screenings, and self‑assessments.
• Provide timely feedback and support for student projects.

Qualifications

• MFA in Art or equivalent terminal degree required at the time of hire.
• Teaching experience in a related field, with emphasis on stop‑motion animation, storytelling, and fabrication.
• Strong background in object animation, 2D cut‑out, and 3D armature animation.
• Proficiency in Dragon Frame, Adobe Premiere, and Adobe After Effects.
• Knowledge of visual development and set fabrication is highly encouraged.

Course Schedule

The course will be taught in‑person on Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:45 pm to 7:25 pm. Classes begin January 29, 2026, and conclude May 8, 2026.

Compensation

Salary: $8,195 (non‑benefited).

Application Instructions

Submit a curriculum vitae and a PDF containing active web links to your updated materials. Do not attach hard copy material or other digital files.

Submit by November 5, 2025. The search will remain open until the position is filled; applications received after the priority deadline may not be reviewed.

EEO Statement

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.