What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Rank Professor of the Practice of Cinematic Arts - John C. Hench Division o position at University of Southern California?
The John C. Hench Division of Animation Digital Arts within the School of Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California is seeking an experienced professional in the animation industry to fill a full-time non-tenure track faculty position to teach beginning foundational and intermediate level courses. Initial rank will be commensurate with qualifications and accomplishments.
Qualified candidates will have extensive professional animation experience at major studios along with experience at smaller studios. A diverse background that includes additional professional experience in different mediums outside of animation is welcomed. Applicants should possess substantial credits in animated feature film and/or television. The ideal candidate will have some teaching experience with a commitment to mentoring students toward achieving their educational and career goals. The candidate must have considerable experience using current animation techniques and tools.
The Hench Division teachesanimationfrom a maker's point of view with a focus on creation, design, and innovation. Master of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts students hone their aesthetic, cinematic, motion and visual design skills while building a foundation of production and software competencies within a simulated studio environment.
Minimum Education: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree
Minimum Experience: A minimum of eight years of professional experience in the animated film and television industry
Preferred Education: Master of Arts degree
Preferred Experience: Teaching experience and a minimum of ten years of professional experience in the animation film and television industry including supervisory experience
- Strong foundational skills in the fundamentals of art and design
- Digital asset creation skills such as modeling, surfacing, rigging, and lighting
- Solid Maya experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of effective usage of digital assets in visual storytelling
- Ability to pivot between various artistic styles and looks
- Full cycle creative filmmaking experience
- Strong communications skills
- Exceptional collaboration skills
- An innovative and future focused mindset
- Ability to develop courses and create syllabuses and/or adapt existing ones
- Strong knowledge of Blender and real-time game engines is a plus
Required Submission Materials: Cover Letter, CV/Resume, and link to online Portfolio and/or Reel
The core salary range for this position is as follow. This is a 9-month full-time, non-tenure track position.
- Assistant Professor: $83,000 - $90,000
- Associate Professor: $85,000 - $95,000
- Full Professor: $90,000 - $110,000
When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Salary : $83,000 - $90,000