Sessional Instructor: Animation: Critical Perspectives, Faculty of Arts & Science, Fall/Winter 2024-25

Sessional Instructor : Animation : Critical Perspectives, Faculty of Arts & Science, Fall / Winter 2024-25 Job Code 3256 Department Faculty of Arts & Science Employment Type Temporary / Contract Apply Now

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It embraces collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to change-making through art, design-thinking curriculum and research, making OCAD U a local, regional, national and global leader in art and design.

• Itisanexciting time to join the OCAD U community as the University is at a key stage in its institutional transformation, with the implementation of its Academic and Strategic Planand guiding principles driving positive impact;
• decolonization, indigenization and equity; environmental sustainability; emerging as a vibrant hub; student centered approaches;

innovation in learning teaching and research; and financial stewardship.

The Faculty of Arts & Science invites applications for the following anticipated course offerings in the fall / winter 2024-25 terms :

VISM-3003 : Animation : Critical Perspectives (0.5 credit)

FALL 2024 : 9 / 4 / 2024 12 / 3 / 2024; Monday 03 : 10 PM - 06 : 10 PM; In-Person

WINTER 2025 : 1 / 9 / 2025 4 / 9 / 2025; Wednesday 06 : 30 PM - 09 : 30 PM; In-Person)

COURSE DESCRIPTION : Venturing beyond conventional chronological surveys of famous works and directors, this course considers animation as a diverse and international medium defined by the convergence of the avant-garde, technological development and popular culture.

The course tackles the complex sociocultural and political contexts that have shaped animation from its inception as scientific tool and marginal entertainment to its current pervasive status, with a focus on experimental and innovative animated art works.

Through a series of screenings, lectures, discussions, journals, papers and creative assignments, students will heighten their critical understanding of animation as a historical and contemporary visual medium with a global presence.

RESPONSIBILITIES : Teaching and teaching-related responsibilities may include but are not limited to : course outline development, studio preparation and delivery inclusive of lectures, critiques, grading, mid-term evaluations and final evaluations / reviews;

including responsibility for health & safety and meeting academic and curricular requirements and deadlines. QUALIFICATIONS :

• The successful applicant should have a terminal degree in art, design or relevant discipline and / or equivalent professional / practical experience
• Experience teaching at the post secondary level is considered an asset, equivalent relevant experience will be considered
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and experience promoting a respectful and inclusive work and learning environment for students, staff, and faculty

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Sessional appointments are fixed-term annual contracts. Sessional compensation includes a per-course pay scale with salary level of $6,871.

00 (per 0.5 credit course) plus 7% in lieu of benefits and vacation pay, per the provisions of the Employment Standards Act.

These positions are subject to budgetary approval and satisfactory enrolment levels.

Applications should include :

• A letter of intent stating the candidate’s interests in the areas of teaching by identifying relevant courses above;
• A curriculum vitae;
• A statement of teaching philosophy that responds to the profile of the position;
• A link or web address to your digital portfolio of recent and current work / publications (if applicable)
• And the names and contact information of three references.

Please upload all five (5) components (including the URL to work) as one PDF . Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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