VFX Producing Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Faculty members provide instruction for students to develop practical skills & theoretical knowledge for their respective disciplines. Additionally, faculty members may be called upon to serve on departmental committees, Thesis Committees, and as other departmental support.

New York Film Academy is looking for an experienced producer, with extensive background in visual effect producing.  Some teaching experience is preferred, but practical work experience is valued as well.  This is potentially a long-term, part-time position.  Expected start-date on or about Summer 2025.

Note to applicant: Only applicants with completed online application, resume, and cover letter will be considered. Candidates of interest will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The day-to-day duties required of this position may vary.

• Deliver course in an inspirational and disciplined method to a creative student body.

• Conduct critiques of student work in a productive and effective manner.

• Communicate effectively with support and logistical staff.

• May serve on departmental committees.

• Perform other related duties as assigned, including student consultations.

• Deliver instruction in accordance with the learning objectives set for the course, including practical skills, methods, theories and techniques.

• Provide one-on-one consultations with students, if and when necessary.

• Manage course syllabus materials & lesson plans, and develop as needed.

• Facilitate peer assessment and encourage discussion & constructive criticism in class.

• Assess student work, including but not limited to, assigning projects, papers and exercises.

• Submit attendance & grades promptly to the Registrars Office, and inform the appropriate administrative staff if students are not meeting academic standards and need academic support; if students are suspected of committing plagiarism; if incidents occur in class which cause an unsafe learning environment for students & faculty.

• Adhere to institution-wide policies & procedures and follow the correct protocol with respect to disciplining students.

• Attend & participate in faculty meetings and/or departmental curricular meetings, as requested by Department Chair.

• If requested, serve as advisors or on Thesis Committees and evaluate undergraduate or graduate student Thesis work.

• Prep and organize gear for class; can include, but is not limited to film and digital cameras, lights and various stands (no gear out weights 35 lbs) if appropriate to courses taught

• Making safety the first priority for any activity on set.

• Participate in day long production workshops on the backlot as a supervising instructor (no lifting) if