Lecturer in Motion Design

ADvTECH; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in South Africa seeks a Lecturer: Motion Design to deliver courses and support student development. The role requires lecturing on IIE qualifications, marking assessments, and fostering a culture of scholarship. Candidates should have an Honours qualification in Motion Design or a related field, along with 2-3 years of lecturing experience and a strong portfolio. Additional benefits include lifelong learning and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Lifelong learning opportunities

Staff discounts on educational programs

Incentive bonus structure

Provident fund contributions

Birthday vouchers

Competitive annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of lecturing experience required.
• 1 year of industry experience as a motion designer or animator.
• Experience in Motion Design or Multimedia design is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lecture on IIE qualifications across various delivery modes.
• Mark assessments and provide feedback.
• Assist in lecturer development and support processes.
• Champion academic development and support for students.
• Promote a culture of scholarship.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive self-management

Effective teaching

Relationship management

Customer service focus

Technology in learning

Education

Honours qualification in Motion Design

Portfolio demonstrating expertise in 2D and 3D animation software

Honours qualification in a related field

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Blender

Adobe Premiere Pro

Unreal Engine

Job description

Emeris consolidates resources and expertise from IIE Varsity College, IIE MSA, IIE-Vega School, and IIE School of Hospitality & Service Management, with a unified approach ensuring a consistent standard of excellence in teaching, learning, and student support. Emeris, Cape Town City Campus has a vacancy for a Lecturer: Motion Design.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lecturing

• Lecture on programmes (must lecture on an IIE qualification) across various modes of delivery where relevant
• Marking of assessments and feedback to students in subjects lectured. May be required to internally moderate assessment scripts that fall within their subject fields, where necessary across IIE sites of delivery

Lecturer Development and Support

• Assist in lecturer development and support processes and procedures. This may include conducting peer reviews, facilitating workshops and one‑on‑one consultations.
• The planning and running of student and lecturer initiatives.

Student Development & Support

• Championing/leading and managing academic development and support for a specific programme and its students
• Tracking student success and implementing support interventions where required

Research & Scholarship

• The incumbent is required to promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and is also required to contribute towards Emeris achieving its annual research output targets

Competencies Required

• Superior communication (written and verbal) and organisational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage work and self proactively
• Able to demonstrate a proven track record of effective teaching in subject area based on a reflective practice
• Able to demonstrate the ability to manage relationships with managers and staff effectively in terms of motivation, quality and performance
• Passion for Customer Service
• Experience in the use of technology to enhance learning is an added advantage

Minimum Education Requirements

• Honours qualification or higher in Motion Design, Digital Design or Multimedia and a portfolio demonstrating expertise in 2D and 3D animation software such as Unreal and Adobe After Effects.
• Honours qualification or higher in a related field such as Animation, Game Design, Digital Arts or Film Studies PLUS a portfolio demonstrating expertise in 2D and 3D animation software such as Blender, and Adobe After Effects.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of lecturing experience
• At least one year industry or freelance experience working as a motion designer or animator is a requirement. Lecturing experience in Motion Design or Multi Media design would be an advantage.

Software Knowledge

• 2D and 3D animation and video software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Blender is a requirement. Knowledge and experience working in Unreal Engine will be an advantage.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

Salary

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Lifelong learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning subscriptions.
• Staff and family discounts on educational programs within our brand portfolio.
• Incentive bonus structure based on performance and achievement of goals.
• Provident fund contributions, including Death & Funeral Cover, to support your financial well‑being and future planning.
• Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day.
• Competitive annual leave allowance for well‑deserved time off and rejuvenation.

Application Response

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

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Emeris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously under‑represented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.