College Professor - Animation

at  Okanagan College

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The minimum qualification is a Master’s degree, or an equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline.
Independent, post-secondary or public school work experience directly related to the duty assignment.
Graduate level training that enables sole responsibility for teaching undergraduate students in the area directly related to the teaching assignment.
Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired.
An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Candidates must be committed to a team approach, demonstrate good written and oral English skills and have good interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have an exceptional teaching record with demonstrated learner-centred teaching philosophy. An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity will be considered an asset. Successful applicants will be an integral part of the team that will help Okanagan College realize the promise of a world-class college. Candidates will be comfortable in a computerized environment and demonstrate knowledge of programs relevant to their discipline. The successful applicant will be able to encourage communication between students and faculty.
Designs and teaches a course with regard for learning outcomes
Teaches in a variety of modes, including lecture, discussion, active student involvement and laboratory work as appropriate
Interested in use of appropriate technological aids in instruction
Open to feedback from others on ways to improve teaching and related activities
Knowledgeable about the subject matter of the teaching area and able to teach the subject matter at a post-secondary level
Maintains currency and vitality in one’s discipline through professional activities, professional development and/or scholarship
Interested in course and program development
Collegial and willing to work constructively with others
Comfortable in a computerized environment and with programs relevant to instruction and academic discipline

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The Animation Department is seeking part-time term College Professors to teach in the Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 terms in Kelowna. The instructional assignment may include but is not limited to theoretical and practical lessons and labs in Animation, Life Drawing, Character Design, Layout & Design, Storyboarding, and Demo Reel Production.
While a Master’s degree is generally a requirement, the Animation Department will consider applicants who have equivalent experience and/or education.
Preference will be given to candidates with industry experience in digital production and those with teaching experience. Experience in live action film-making and other animation disciplines including 2D or 3D Layout, Animation using MAYA and/or Harmony software will be considered assets.
Duties will include teaching, laboratory preparation, holding regular office hours, critiquing and marking all assignments, and reporting grades.
The ideal candidate will have an exceptional teaching record with a demonstrated learner-centered teaching philosophy. The candidate must be committed to staying current in their field through active professional development and/or scholarly activity. Successful applicants will be an integral part of the team that will help Okanagan College realize the promise of a world-class college.

Instructional duties may include all or any of the following: instructional (teaching) assignments; course preparation and program revision; development of new programs and modes of delivery; evaluation of student work; instruction of laboratory exercises, concepts, theories, techniques and use of equipment; student contact for purposes of advising, tutoring and supervision both in and outside of the lecture or laboratory period; revision and development of existing and/or new courses in all formats; preparation of materials for use in laboratories; set up and take down of laboratory materials; preparation of timetables; control of inventory, maintenance of equipment; ordering of materials; Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and PLA coordination; and other functions related to instruction.
Professional development is activity intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence and technical competence in an area of professional or instructional expertise.
Service may include all or any of the following: school visitations; active membership on appropriate college or union committees, councils or boards; participation in professional or academic organizations; application of the employee’s academic or professional competence or expertise in the community at large; attendance at articulation meetings; representing OC at other functions, administrative duties and other duties.
Scholarly activity includes scholarship, research and creative activities. A College Professor may be released from instructional and/or professional duties to perform scholarly activity.