University Of The, Inc.arnate Word is hiring: 3D Animation & Game Design (Animat

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Position Information
Position Title
Academic Year
2026-2027

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 Department of 3D Animation & Game Design in the School of Media & Design invites part-time faculty candidates for ANGD Lecturer- Sr Portfolio for the fall 2026 semester. Position is responsible for delivering effective instruction and career advising for animation-concentration seniors, as well as working collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

Full-Time Faculty Annual Assignment Period
NA-part-time faculty

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions
Basic Instructional Duties

Teach assigned course based on approved departmental syllabi, to include assisting students in identifying desired employment positions, evaluating students’ current portfolios, and structuring projects to meet desired positions.

Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).

Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook 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.

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.

Qualifications
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;

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.

Required Education
BFA in Game Art, Game Design, or Animation.

Required Work Experience
None.

Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience or 3D Animation industry experience.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.

Work Hours
Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in the field.

Posting Number
UN989PO

Number of Vacancies
1

Job Type
Part Time

Job Category
Faculty

Desired Start Date
08/17/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)
12/18/2026

Reports to
Dean, School of Media and Design

Salary
$5,000 per studio course or if Enrollment is not full ( Open Date
02/17/2026

Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant
N/A.

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

Resume/CV (Faculty)

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Unofficial Transcripts 1

Professional Reference Contacts

Demo Reel Data

Optional Documents

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Unofficial Transcripts 3

Other Document

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

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(Open Ended Question)

* Do you have at least a BFA in Game Art, Game Design, or Animation?

No

Yes

* How many academic years of teaching experience do you have in this field at the college or university level?

None

1 semester

1 academic year

2 academic years

3 academic years

4 academic years

* How many academic years of teaching experience do you have in this field at the college or university level?

None

1 semester

1 academic year

2 academic years

3 academic years

4 academic years

5 or more academic years

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In Summary: The Department of 3D Animation & Game Design in the School of Media & Design invites part-time faculty candidates for the fall 2026 semester . The position is responsible for delivering effective instruction and career advising for animation-concentration seniors .

En Español: Por favor, vea Instrucciones Especiales para más detalles. N/A. Posición Información de posición Título del año académico 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word es una institución católica que da la bienvenida a las personas de su comunidad con diversos orígenes, en la creencia de que su interacción respetuosa avanza el descubrimiento de la verdad, la comprensión mutua, la auto-realización y el bien común. Los deberes y responsabilidades oficiales de los miembros del profesorado a tiempo parcial en la Universidad incluyen actividades docentes y profesionales según las asignadas. Preparar y administrar evaluaciones eficaces y significativas para cursos asignados. Trabajar conjuntamente con el facultad departamental para garantizar que se cumplan los resultados estándares del currículo Este puesto no es elegible. Funciones esenciales funciones básicas tareas instructivas Curso asignado basado en sílabas departamentales aprobadas, incluyendo ayudar a los estudiantes a identificar posiciones de empleo deseadas, evaluar a los alumnos carteras actuales, y estructurar proyectos para satisfacer las posiciones deseadas. Preparación y administración de valoraciones efectivas y significantes para los cursos designados. Colaborando con la facultad departmental para asegurar que se alcanzan los resultados estándar del currículum. Como Reporter Obligatorio, este puesto requiere que usted como empleado informe rápidamente cualquier incidente en el que sea testigo o reciba información sobre las violaciones del Título IX. Estas responsabilidades de informes se establecen en la Política de Malcomportamiento Sexual de UIW. Documentos requeridos Resumen/CV (Facultad) Carta de portada/Carta de solicitud Transcripts no oficiales 1 Contactos de referencia profesional Demo Reel Datos De Referencia Documentos opcionales Transcriptas no oficiales 2 Transcriptions no oficiales 3 Otros documentos Preguntas suplementarias Los campos requeridos están indicados con un asterisco (*). * ¿Cómo escuchaste acerca de esta oportunidad de empleo?