Visiting Faculty - Animation

Visiting Faculty – School of Animation

Position Overview

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Visiting Faculty – School of Animation with strong expertise in manual and digital drawing, 2D animation, storyboarding, and concept development. The ideal candidate should have relevant industry experience and an interest in mentoring and guiding students in their creative and technical development.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver engaging lectures and practical sessions on Manual and Digital Drawing, Sketching, and 2D Animation.

* Guide students in developing their skills in drawing, digital art, concept art, and visual storytelling.

* Teach and mentor students in script writing and storyboarding.

* Help students understand and apply industry-relevant techniques and creative processes.

* Conduct practical assignments, projects, and evaluations.

* Provide constructive feedback to students to improve their artistic and technical skills.

* Bring relevant industry practices, examples, and insights into the classroom.

* Support students in developing portfolios and animation projects where required.

* Maintain a professional and collaborative academic environment.

Required Qualification & Experience

* Graduate / Post Graduate in Animation, Fine Arts, Applied Arts, Design, or a relevant discipline.

* Minimum 5+ years of relevant industry experience.

* Strong expertise in Manual and Digital Drawing and Sketching.

* Good knowledge of Script Writing, Storyboarding, and Concept Art.

* Hands-on knowledge of Digital Art and 2D Animation.

* Proficiency in Adobe Animate will be an added advantage.

* Strong communication, presentation, and mentoring skills.

* Candidates should be willing to contribute as an academician and mentor students.

Preferred Skills

* Strong understanding of fundamentals of drawing and visual composition.

* Knowledge of animation principles and 2D animation workflows.

* Ability to demonstrate concepts through practical examples and projects.

* Creative approach with the ability to encourage students artistic development.

* Industry exposure and a strong professional portfolio will be an advantage.