Senior Faculty 3D/2D Animation

Zee Institue of Creative & Media Arts. Pimpri Chinchwad; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Zee Institute of Creative & Media Arts (ZICA ZIMA) in Pune invites applications for a Senior Faculty in 3D/2D Animation. The role focuses on planning and delivering high-quality classes, guiding students through software tools, animation principles, and production workflows to develop strong portfolios and showreels.

The senior faculty will mentor learners on projects, assignments, and showreel development, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to curriculum enhancements.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in 2D and 3D animation principles and production workflows.
• Experience mentoring or teaching students, delivering demonstrations and critiques.
• Ability to design structured lesson plans and project briefs for varying skill levels.
• Excellent communication and classroom management, collaborative with faculty.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality classes in 2D and 3D animation.
• Mentor learners in projects, assignments, and showreel development.
• Develop and update lesson plans; support assessments and examinations.
• Coordinate with academic leadership on curriculum enhancements and participate in workshops.
• Stay current with industry trends and integrate real-world practices into teaching.

Skills

2D/3D animation principles

Mentoring/teaching

Lesson planning

Student feedback

Visual storytelling

Education

Animation/Design/Media related degree

Tools

Maya/3ds Max

Blender

After Effects

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Company Description Zee Institute of Creative & Media Arts (ZICA ZIMA) Pune- www.zicazimapcmc.com is a leading institute specializing in Animation, VFX, Graphic Design, and Multimedia. The institute offers expert-led training programs designed to build strong creative and technical foundations for learners. Students benefit from advanced facilities, industry-relevant curricula, and hands‑on project work. With a clear focus on career readiness, ZICA ZIMA Pune supports learners in developing portfolios and skills that align with current media and entertainment industry expectations.

Role Description The Senior Faculty 3D/2D Animation role is a full-time, on-site position based in the Pune District. The role involves planning and delivering high-quality classes in 2D and 3D animation, guiding students through software tools, animation principles, and production workflows. The senior faculty member will mentor learners on projects, assignments, and showreel development, and provide constructive feedback to help them improve creative and technical skills. Responsibilities include developing and updating lesson plans, coordinating with academic leadership on curriculum enhancements, supporting assessments and examinations, and participating in workshops, reviews, and events to strengthen the academic environment. The role also includes staying current with industry trends and integrating real‑world practices into classroom teaching.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in 2D and 3D animation principles, character animation, and motion design.
• Proficiency with industry-standard animation and design tools (e.g., Maya/3ds Max, Blender, After Effects, Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent).
• Ability to design structured lesson plans, course materials, and project briefs tailored to different skill levels.
• Experience mentoring or teaching students, including delivering clear demonstrations, critiques, and guidance.
• Strong visual storytelling, composition, and design skills, with an eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.
• Relevant academic background in Animation, Fine Arts, Design, Media, or a related discipline; professional studio experience is highly beneficial.
• Commitment to inclusive, learner-centered teaching and continuous professional development in the creative and media arts field.