Teaching Professor, Digital Animation Studio Practice

University of Colorado System; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Arts & Media at CU Denver seeks a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Digital Animation to begin August 2027. The candidate will teach undergraduate courses across the Digital Animation curriculum and engage in research, creative practice, and service.

The appointment features a 3-3 teaching load and opportunities to develop new courses in their area of strength. The ideal candidate holds an MFA or terminal degree and has at least one year of college teaching experience,

Qualifications

• MFA or other terminal degree in animation, film, digital arts, or related field.
• At least one year of successful teaching at the college level.
• Experience with industry-standard digital content creation applications including Maya and Adobe CC.
• An online portfolio or demo reel demonstrating professional quality work in applicant's area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Teach three classes per semester (9 credit hours) across the Digital Animation curriculum.
• Develop and revise courses in the candidate's area of expertise.
• Prepare syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments; manage Canvas.
• Maintain office hours and participate in CAM meetings.

Education

MFA or terminal degree in animation or related field

Teaching experience at the college level

Industry knowledge: Maya and Adobe Creative Cloud

Online portfolio or demo reel

Tools

Maya

Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere)

Job description

The College of Arts & Media at CU Denver seeks a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Digital Animation to begin August 2027. The candidate will teach undergraduate courses across the Digital Animation curriculum and engage in research, creative practice, and service.

The appointment features a 3-3 teaching load and opportunities to develop new courses in their area of strength. The ideal candidate holds an MFA or terminal degree and has at least one year of college teaching experience,