Adjunct Faculty DAA
university of silicon valleySan Jose, CA
$3,000.00 - $4,500.00
APPLY (opens in a new tab)Adjunct Faculty DAA
university of silicon valleySan Jose, CAMid L4
$3,000.00 - $4,500.00
Postsecondary Teachers, All OtherEducation Teachers, PostsecondaryComputer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Colleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsJunior CollegesAll Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Adjunct Faculty DAA University of Silicon Valley - SAN JOSE, CA 95134-1617 Overview Salary Range $3,000.00 - $4,500.00 Salary Position Type Part Time/Adjunct Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage None Category Education Description SummaryTransfer knowledge including theory, practical skills, methods, and techniques. Impart practical application of principles, techniques, and software. Other aspects of teaching include; supervision of instructional activities, such as cooperative work experiences, internships, and practice; instructional management, tutoring; curriculum and course development; and creation of teaching and instructional materials. Classes include: Character Rigging - emphasis on character rigging techniques: joints, surface binding, articulation, forward and inverse kinematics, and hierarchical node structures Storyboarding - principles of Storytelling in a visual medium to pre-visualize animation or live-action film. Topics include scale and camera angle, camera movement, character staging, composition, and basic editing processes 2D Animation, level 2 - Advanced study of facial animation and expression with an introduction to animal characters and animation Modeling – introduction to hard and organic surface modeling Lighting and Layout - lighting, scene composition, blocking Digital Painting - painting textures for shaders and fully realized scenes Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeach several classes per semester Collaborate with department faculty in curriculum implementation, student support, and continuous program improvement. Ensure curriculum and syllabi are up to date and all classes have relevant materials through program review Maintain regular office hours outside of instructional time Participate in department meetings and student success initiatives Participate in program learning assessment Maintain industry knowledge Other duties and related projects as assigned Qualifications QualificationsEducation: Master's Degree in Related Field OR Bachelor's Degree with equivalent experience. Bachelor's degree is only acceptable with extensive industry experience.
Experience:
Experience working with Maya software for animation, modeling, rigging, or lighting of content in animations/films. Minimum of 3 years of experience working at a professional level with practical domain-specific experience. Teaching experience in an academic or professional setting is preferred.
Skills:
Ability to work with and help students. Ability and willingness to discern and meet the needs of students. Skilled in storyboarding, digital painting, rigging, modeling and 2D animation Strong computer skills including the ability to collect and analyze information. Competent in a wide variety of tools or techniques related to the pertinent field. Demonstrated excellent communication skills. Ability to establish interpersonal rapport and relate to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures Ability to work with others in a collegial and productive manner.
EEO Statement:
USV is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Americans with Disabilities Act institution. We value diversity, strive for a more unified campus where all people are valued, treated fairly, and possess a sense of belonging. USV encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.
Working Conditions:
This job operates in a professional office environment with extensive people interaction. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and office machines.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and use a telephone. The employee frequently is required to sit for long periods; use hands and reach with hands and arms for such activities as keyboarding. BenefitsNot Eligible for Benefits
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Posted
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