Assistant Professor Film and Media in Animation

Assistant Professor Film and Media in Animation Please see Special Instructions for more details.

How to Apply:

• All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications must include:
• (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests,
• (2) a current curriculum vitae,
• (3) a portfolio of animation production and work samples with a brief narrative that clearly describes the applicant’s contributions. The portfolio may be provided either as a URL link to a website or an online file. If a password is required to view, please include it,
• (4) the names and email addresses of 3 references, including current email addresses. Letters will be solicited by the chair of the committee from referees at the semi‑finalist stage.

Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2025. Inquiries about this position may be directed to the Chair of the search committee, Professor Evan Meaney, EMEANEY.edu.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. The recruitment and screening process may vary. You will be contacted by phone or e‑mail if your qualifications are selected.

Posting Number: FAC
00161PO25

Campus:
Columbia

College/Division:
College of Arts and Sciences

Department: CAS School of Visual Art and Design

Advertised Salary Range:
Competitive salary and benefits package.

Location:

Full time, 9 months, 40 hours per week.

The faculty of the School of Visual Art and Design (SVAD) in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9‑month, full‑time tenure‑track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Teach four courses per year (two per semester) and develop new courses in animation that create synergy with existing courses in 2D and 3D animation, game design, new media, and manga.
• Develop curriculum that intersects with other disciplines such as drawing, graphic design, illustration, and industrial design.
• Provide service and leadership to the Media Arts program, school, college, and university.
• Maintain a high level of research accomplishment via exhibited creative work and/or scholarship.
• Active pursuit of professional opportunities and strong, engaged teaching.

• MFA or PhD in film, media or closely related field by the start date of employment, plus research expertise in animation.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching or potential for excellence.
• We welcome applications from individuals interested in moving from industry to academia.

• Research profile in media production with a focus on animation and potential for ongoing contributions as an artist‑researcher.
• Incorporation of 2D animation concepts and techniques in teaching and research to produce novel contributions to industry and arts and culture.
• Interdisciplinary research with fields such as industrial design.
• Research profile could center on narrative animation production for entertainment, documentary or experimental animation, animation for industry and science communication, or a combination of interests.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Media File
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents:

• Other Supporting Documents
• Research Portfolio