Open Rank, Art and Design – Multimedia (Tenure-Track)

Website Athens State University

Position Summary Information

Duties

In addition to adhering to the general faculty guidelines, as specified by Athens State University, the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, duties will include:

  • Developing and teaching undergraduate, upper-level courses and Graduate courses in Multimedia Design, AV/VR modules/Collaborative Multimedia, Interface Design, Digital Animation, Virtual Environments, Information Design, Digital Animation, History of Multimedia, Art Entrepreneurship, Art Internship and Individual Art Studio.
  • Working with Art students to assist them in reaching program goals and learning outcomes.
  • Working with the main feeder schools as a liaison between programs for students and faculty.
  • Engaging in professional development, scholarship, and creative work appropriate for a teaching institution to maintain currency in disciplinary fields.
  • Holding office hours and advising students.
  • Participating in service, including department and university committees and activities.
  • Working with business/industry/community partners in the region to develop programs and learning opportunities that respond to regional needs.
  • Contributing to the University’s mission.
  • Assuming other professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of the College and the Provost.
  • Handling management and oversight of analog and digital facilities used by the Media and Design areas, including:
    • Providing clear, consistent, and transparent communication between all faculty teaching in these spaces.
    • Maintaining updated inventory systems.
    • Overseeing equipment and equipment management systems.
    • Recruiting, managing, and training student monitors.
    • Implementing and overseeing health and safety protocols.
  • Having expertise in contemporary art discourse and theory, as well as familiarity with the histories and current practice of the broader field of new media art, which may include but are not limited to:
    • Sound
    • Video
    • Animation
    • VR
    • AI
    • Coding
    • Interactive media
    • Web and computer-based work
    • Digital fabrication

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

  • MFA or terminal degree in Digital Arts, Animation, Multimedia Design, or a related discipline (e.g., Motion Design, Game Design, Illustration, New Media).
  • Evidence of equitable considerations, awareness, and practice regarding curricula development, inclusive practices in educating diverse student bodies or working with a diverse faculty and staff, along with evidence of working collectively to cultivate a culture that encourages success and enables all members of a college community to thrive.
  • Experience teaching at the baccalaureate level.
  • Proficiency in more than one of the following: After Effects, Unity, Unreal Engine, photogrammetry software, Cinema 4D, Maya, and Blender.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

  • Experience and interest in a broad array of genres, web design, game design, and multimedia production.
  • Professional understanding of art theory, art history, and art criticism.
  • An active professional creative practice that may include a record of projects, exhibitions, and presentations.
  • The ability to address work across disciplines, as our students often push disciplinary boundaries.
  • Graduate teaching experience.
  • Aptitude in other multimedia software such as ZBrush, Mudbox, Cinema 4D, Redshift, After Effects, Substance 3D Painter, 3ds Max, Houdini, Nuke, Unity, Unreal, and Godot game engines.
  • Proficiency in story and character development, storyboarding.
  • Some understanding of game development.
  • Interest in working with the Computer Science program and helping establish the Athens State Immersive Media Labs. The Immersive Technology Labs are designed to be a state-of-the-art, dedicated space in which students can learn and engage in extended reality, including augmented and virtual reality spaces. Courses utilizing and designing extended reality experiences for students will be explored in these labs. Immersive Technology courses will offer students the opportunity to develop new extended reality technology and programming and explore the virtual and augmented reality environments.

Salary Schedule

Posting Detail Information

University Information

  • Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions.
  • Approximately 3,000 students each semester have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where over 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty.
  • Approximately 95% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course.
  • The typical student is a working adult who commutes.
  • Recently, the University was named the Most Affordable College in Alabama by The Best Schools, as well as a 2024 Great College to Work For by ModernThink.
  • Athens State offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business.
  • The University employs more than 392 full and part-time employees with approximately 88 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education.
  • 83% of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree.
  • Athens State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
  • Athens, Alabama, is located in North Alabama, equidistant between Nashville, TN, and Birmingham, AL.
  • Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 Events in the Southeast,” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.

EEO Statement

  • Non-Discrimination Policy Statement: Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
  • Athens State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities.
  • Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256-233-8175.

Background Check Statement

  • In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.
  • Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.

Close Date

  • Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

  • Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies minimum qualifications for the position.
  • Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted.
  • Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
  • Please provide contact information for three professional references on your application.
  • Include correct email addresses if available.

Additional Information

  • Athens State University participates in the E-verify System to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
  • To apply, please visit: Athens State Jobs
  • Review of applications will begin as soon as possible, and the position will remain open until filled.
  • For assistance, contact the Human Resources Office at 256-216-3333 or email at employment@athens.edu.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

  • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Chronicle of Higher Education web or print ad
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Special Publication or Professional Journal
    • Athens State University website (Athens.edu)
    • Personal or Employee Referral
    • Local newspaper ad
    • Other
    • Inside Higher Ed

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents:

  • Other Document

To apply for this job please visit jobs.athens.edu.

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