3D Animation & Game Design (Animation-Sr. Portfolio) Part-Time Lecturer

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX, USA

Published: 2/18/2026

Faculty

Part Time

3D Animation & Game Design (Animation-Sr. Portfolio) Part-Time Lecturer

UIW Mission

Position Summary
The Department of 3D Animation & Game Design in the School of Media & Design invites part-time faculty candidates for ANGD Lecturer-Sr Portfolio for the fall 2026 semester. Position is responsible for delivering effective instruction and career advising for animation-concentration seniors, as well as working collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

Essential Functions
Basic Instructional Duties:

Teach assigned course based on approved departmental syllabi, to include assisting students in identifying desired employment positions, evaluating students' current portfolios, and structuring projects to meet desired positions.
Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course
Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and online as needed;
Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
Expert knowledge of Maya as an animation tool;
Strong skills demonstrated in a demo reel and a desire to see and facilitate student success is critical;
Strong knowledge of SyncSketch for critiques;
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education
BFA in Game Art, Game Design, or Animation.

Required Work Experience
None.

Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience or 3D Animation industry experience.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.

Work Hours
Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in the field.

Posting Number: UN989PO
Job Type: Part Time
Job Category: Faculty
Desired Start Date: 08/17/2026
Position End Date (if temporary): 12/18/2026
Reports To: Dean, School of Media and Design
Salary: $5,000 per studio course or if Enrollment is not full (<10), 500 per student.
Open Date: 02/17/2026
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant
N/A.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uiw.edu/postings/30431

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).