Assistant or Associate Professors of Practice of Emerging Media Arts

Company: The University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: September 10, 2020

Job Description:

Position InformationWorking TitleAssistant or Associate Professors of Practice of Emerging Media ArtsDepartmentJohnny Carson School-Theatre & Film-1033Requisition NumberF_190189Posting Open Date10/10/2019Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)01/13/2020Posting Close DateOpen Until FilledYesDescription of WorkThe Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts invites applications for two Assistant or Associate Professors of Practice or that have expertise in one or more of the following areas: gaming, virtual production, creative coding, physical computing, human computer interaction, experience design, virtual and augmented reality, and sound design. These are multi-year positions and appointment will be commensurate with experience.The ideal candidate will:--- Create courses and teach in our undergraduate programs, and eventually graduate programs;--- Advise undergraduate students;--- Already possess some experiences in multi-disciplinary collaborations;--- Contribute to the diversity of the Center, enhancing its offerings not only with superior technical and creative skills, but also with cross-cultural perspectives.These positions come with a stipend to support innovative teaching and creative activity. Our ideal candidates have a broad range of creative and technological proficiencies and are passionate about creating technologically literate generations of makers who can negotiate the nexus of storytelling, design, creative coding, technology, and entrepreneurship.Current areas of interest and research within the Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts include: interactive storytelling, experience design, procedural content generation/generative methods, computational cinematography, VR/AR/XR, perceptual technologies, machine learning for artists, sonic arts, data and art, immersive and interactive media, immersive design, virtual production, entrepreneurship, and the application of blockchain technologies and Artificial Intelligence.We are looking for people who continually re-invent the curriculum as an ongoing part of their own commitment to continued professional research and development.Minimum Required QualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications:---Bachelor Degree in computer science, emerging media arts, design or related field;---A portfolio of work demonstrating professional achievement in one or more of the following fields: -Interactive Media-Immersive Design-Design-Games-Creative Coding-Physical Computing-Human Computer Interaction-Experience Design-Virtual and Augmented Reality-Virtual Production (eg: 3D animation, rigging, and motion capture)-Sound---Strong interest in working collaboratively across disciplines---Strong commitment to a progressive emerging media arts education and a keen interest in industry developmentsPreferred QualificationsPreferred Qualifications:---Experience in generative art, simulation, AI, or procedural animation using C#, Python, or other scripts in concert with visual, 3D, or interactive platforms---Be proficient in either Unreal or Unity---Have experience developing interactive media projects for professional clients---Experience in project-based learning pedagogical design---Festival and/or professional success.Pre-Placement Driving Record Review RequiredCriminal History Background Check RequiredPosted SalaryHow to ApplyClick on "Apply for this job," complete the form, and submit the following:---Cover letter addressing qualifications specific to this position description including descriptions of creative practice, and any training or teaching experience---Curriculum Vitae or Resume---Names and contact information of three references---Portfolio - Upload a PDF document that includes a list of links OR one link to your online portfolio specifically curated for the search committee, prioritized with your most accomplished work with any writings/statements or notable reviews about your work (Upload as "Online Portfolio")---Philosophy of Teaching Statement (Optional - Upload as "Other Document")The Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts believes that diversity is important. We envision a faculty that will serve an increasingly diverse student body. To that end, we seek a diverse pool of candidates. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.For questions or accommodations related to this position contactMegan McMastersmegan.mcmasters@unl.eduJob CategoryJob Category (old)Faculty Non-Tenure LeadingJob Type9 Month Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?NoIf Temporary, indicate end datePlanned Hire Date08/17/2020Appointment End DateSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Required DocumentsRequired DocumentsCover LetterCurriculum VitaeList of ReferencesOnline PortfolioOptional DocumentsOther Document

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