Instructor or Assistant Professor of Game Design

Instructor or Assistant Professor of Game Design 10003050 Fairfax, VA Instructional Faculty Opening on: Aug 29 2025 Add to favorites Favorited View favorites Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty Job Category: Instructional Faculty Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: N/A - I/R Faculty Location: Fairfax, VA Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience Criminal Background Check: Yes About the Department: 1. Offers undergraduate game design courses leading to a BFA in Computer Game Design;2. Provides mentorship and guidance in game production to students pursuing majors and minors in Computer Game Design; and3. Supports a cohesive faculty and staff to carry out objectives 1 and 2. About the Position: Teaches undergraduate Game Design, 3D Modeling, and Animation courses and helps develop this future track in the Computer Game Design Program. Pursues research (traditional or applied) and/or creative endeavors to contribute significantly to the field. Responsibilities: Teaches undergraduate Game Design, 3D Modeling, and Animation courses; Helps develop this future track in the Computer Game Design Program; and Pursues research (traditional or applied) and/or creative endeavors to contribute significantly to the field. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field; 5+ years experience in Game Design or related industry, or Master's degree in related field; Experienced in all facets of 3D Modeling and Animation for game design and development, including technical, managerial and artistic advances; current research (traditional and applied); and industry developments; Extensive experience working with all primary game design, production, and management software applications, engines, and tools, as well as related hardware; Applicable experience (minimum of five years is desired) in the industry; and expertise using current professional game engines, editors and project management software; Knowledgeable about all facets of 3D Modeling and Animation for game design and development, including technical, managerial and artistic advances; current research (traditional and applied); and industry developments; Extensive knowledge working with all primary game design, game programming, and management software applications, engines, and tools, as well as related hardware; Knowledge of 3D Modeling and animation software utilized in the industry; Knowledge of workflow in multi-platform game production and publication; Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; Proven critical thinking, problem-solving, and judgment skills; Ability to successfully interact with the industry business and governmental communities; Has a demonstrated commitment and ability to work collaboratively within a complex work environment; and Possesses an approach that fosters a respectful, nonthreatening workplace environment. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in related field; 5+ years experience in the Game Design industry and publication of major entertainment or serious games, or Terminal degree in Game related discipline; and Demonstrated ability working with a diverse population of artists, students, faculty, staff, and community members. Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Instructor or Assistant Professor of Game Design at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review. Posting Open Date: August 29, 2025 For Full Consideration, Apply by: September 12, 2025 Open Until Filled: Yes