Lecturer in Animation and 3D Digital Modeling Position Available In Buncombe, North Carolina

Lecturer in Animation and 3D Digital Modeling
Employer
University of North Carolina at Asheville
Location
Asheville, NC
Closing date
May 18, 2025 categories
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• Posting Number:

• F0177

• Department:

• Lecturer in Animation and 3D Digital Modeling

• Position Summary:

• The University of North Carolina Asheville Department of New Media invites applications for a fulltime (9month) Lecturer in Animation and 3D Digital Modeling, to begin Fall 2025.

The UNC Asheville New Media Department recognizes animation’s vast and evolving nature, encompassing traditional handdrawn, stopmotion, 3D, experimental, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and AIassisted techniques. As part of the Division of Natural Sciences, we embrace interdisciplinary exploration, blending old and new technologies to push creative boundaries.
We seek a dynamic teacherscholar with a strong record in animation who can inspire students through skillbuilding, experimentation, and mentorship. The ideal candidate will stimulate innovation across all levels, encouraging students to explore and redefine animation’s possibilities. We invite applications from candidates passionate about shaping the next generation of animators in a collaborative and forwardthinking environment.

• Qualifications:

• Qualifications
• An accomplished skill set in animation (3D and 2D, stop motion, or others).
• Terminal degree (MFA or equivalent industry/professional experience) in animation and/or 3D digital modeling, including software expertise (Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom, Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Ability to teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced animation, 3D digital modeling (Maya), and game development/digital storytelling to New Media majors and nonmajors, as well as introductory and seniorlevel studio classes.
• Knowledge of innovations and trends in the fields of animation and new media.
• Ability to contribute to the vibrancy of an established and growing new media program, participate in gallery exhibitions, and contribute to admissions and universitywide events.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience teaching undergraduate students.
• Experience with game development and/or digital storytelling.
• Experience using motion capture.
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence as it pertains to image making and animation.
• Creative computer programming for animation.
• Months per

Year:

• 9 months

• Division:

• Academic Affairs

• Department:

• New Media

• Special Instructions Summary:

• Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.
• Posting date:
• 03/12/2025

• Open Until Filled:

• Yes