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Job Title: Animation Instructor

Job Summary:
The Department of Animation at The New York Film Academy Los Angeles Campus seeks talented and ambitious instructors who specialize in either Houdini/Python, Visual Effects, Animation, Stop-Motion and/or Compositing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animation and be able to execute and instruct on the entire animation pipeline.

Responsibilities:
Deliver instruction in accordance with the learning objectives set for the course, including practical skills, methods, theories and techniques
Provide one-on-one consultations with students, if and when necessary
Manage course syllabus materials & lesson plans, and develop as needed
Facilitate peer assessment and encourage discussion & constructive criticism in class
Assess student work, including but not limited to, assigning projects, papers and exercises
Submit attendance & grades promptly to the Registrar's Office, and inform the appropriate administrative staff if students are not meeting academic standards and need academic support; if students are suspected of committing plagiarism; if incidents occur in class which cause an unsafe learning environment for students & faculty
Adhere to institution-wide policies & procedures and follow the correct protocol with respect to disciplining students
Attend & participate in faculty meetings and/or departmental curricular meetings, as requested by Department Chair
If requested, serve as advisors or on Thesis Committees and evaluate undergraduate or graduate student Thesis work
Prep and organize gear for class; can include, but is not limited to film and digital cameras, lights and various stands if appropriate to courses taught
Making safety the first priority for any activity on set
Participate in day long production workshops on the backlot as a supervising instructor (no lifting) if needed (if appropriate to courses taught)
Guide students through hands on classes
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
Broad & in-depth knowledge of the subject area or discipline where they teach
Substantial professional experience in the discipline of Animation
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Office environment.
Ethical/Honest confidentiality, honesty, transparence, and open communication
Excellent organizational skills
Collaborative willing to work with fellow instructors on any required departmental work, such as curricular development and planning

Preferred Qualifications:
Master (equivalent professional experience) in Houdini/Python, Visual Effects, Animation Stop-Motion or Compositing Animation or related field
2-3 years of Houdini/Python, Visual Effects, Animation Stop-Motion or Compositing experience for television or feature film
Experience in armature creation- wire and ball-joint, modeling and skinning

Software Skills:
Dragon, After-Effects, Premiere, Photoshop
Camera & Lighting Skills needed to light and produce Stop-Motion

Work Environment:
The following environmental / atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

School environment.
Film Shoots (if appropriate to courses taught)

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information].

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