Lecturer: Game Design 1 (Independent Contractor) at Vega School

Lecturer and academic delivery to ensure students are guided and supported in their learning to achieve module outcomes.

Competencies:

• Communication Skills
• Online Technology & Communication Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Effective Classroom Management
• Open to Development

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Ideal:

• Honours Degree / Masters in a design field, such as Multimedia Design, Game Design or Digital Arts with experience in 3D character animation.

Alternatively:

• An Honours degree in Digital Design/Media/ Graphic Design / Multimedia
• An Honours degree in similarly related fields with creative development or a similarly related field to the third year level.
• An Honours degree in similarly related fields with programming or a similarly related field to the 2nd year level .

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• At least 3 years industry experience, with a collaborative, cross-platform, multi-disciplinary approach to research, conceptualising and crafting for various kinds and genres of digital games on both computer and mobile platforms.
• An aptitude for Design Thinking and Creative Strategy in relation to problem solving, preparing for action, critical engagement and decision making is a must.
• The candidate is required to have a layered portfolio detailing her/his ability to engage with the entire game design process.
• Experience in 3D character animation is essential. Computer literacy: experience in Misrosoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint required for academic administration and delivery. Good knowledge and proficiency of the Adobe Creative Suite as well as 3DS Max is a prerequisite.

Key Performance Areas:

• Preparation and lecturing as per the Module Guide
• Teaching curriculum outcomes as per contract hours and stipulated per pre agreed timetable
• Briefing students for assignments and providing feedback in a timeous manner
• Presenting class marks and feedback to the Module Discipline Leader and discuss appropriate interventions for improved student success
• Actively engaging with current trends in teaching and learning strategies within The IIE’ Vega School environment.

Working Conditions:

• Please note that this is an Independent Contractor position
• Positions are part-time, with lectures taking place between 08:00 and 17:30
• If you don't receive any feedback from the campus within 3 weeks after advert has closed, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Equity Statement:

• Preferably equity candidates