Faculty Assistant, Digital Arts Program: Competition #073
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Nelson: Tenth Street
Posted:
Thursday, August 22, 2019
Closes: Friday, May 17, 2019
The School of the Arts is seeking a Faculty Assistant to join the Digital Program. The curriculum is based on the most relevant and up-to-date digital art technologies, with an emphasis on video, graphic design, motion graphics and animation, and web. The successful applicant will assist student and faculty across the core program curriculum, including the delivery of labs.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of course resources
- Deliver scheduled labs to both year one and two Digital Art students
- Provide technical & creative support for Digital Arts and KSA students
- Work with faculty and students to develop core projects, including the coordination and support for the student year end show
- Lead tours of the Digital Arts facilities and attend recruitment activities to promote the School of the Arts
- Maintain an inventory for all Digital Arts’ production equipment
- Ordering and managing consumable materials
- Other duties as assigned by the School Chair of the Art
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Experience as a producer of video, motion graphics, 2D and 3D animation, and print design
- Knowledge of large format printing techniques and technologies, and framing and mounting techniques
- Knowledge of 3D modelling and 3D printing techniques and technologies
- Demonstrated proficiency using Adobe Creative Cloud, including a mastery of Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Premiere Pro
- Experience using HTML, CSS and WordPress
- Demonstrated proficiency using either Maya 3D or Cinema 4D
- Knowledge of live and studio video production techniques, including audio and lighting
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with instructors and students
- Excellent communication skills
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or a diploma in Digital Arts or equivalent
- A minimum of three years’ experience in graphic design, video production, animation and web production
- Instructional experience a benefit
- Applicants should submit a recent design portfolio and/or demo reel
This is a 30%, regular position commencing July 29, 2019. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The salary range is $1,786.04- $2,869.81 bi-weekly (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Friday, May 17, 2019.