Adjunct Faculty, Animation and Game Development

Miami Dade College (MDC) is seeking an innovative Adjunct Faculty member in Animation & Game Development to inspire and develop future creators in the rapidly evolving digital media industry. This role offers the opportunity to teach across multiple learning environments including in-person, live virtual (MDC Live), online, and blended formats while contributing to a dynamic academic community focused on creativity, technology, and student success. If you have industry experience and a passion for teaching, this is your chance to bring real-world knowledge into the classroom and make a lasting impact. Duties & Responsibilities Deliver engaging lecture and laboratory instruction in animation and game development Evaluate student performance and provide academic guidance and mentorship Contribute to curriculum development aligned with industry trends and emerging technologies Participate in departmental and college-wide initiatives, including meetings and committees Support student recruitment and program growth efforts Foster an inclusive and collaborative learning environment Perform other duties as assigned to support academic excellence Minimum Requirements Master’s degree in Game Development & Design, Interactive Media, Information Technology, Video Game Programming, or a closely related field AND one (1) year of full-time industry experience OR a professional portfolio demonstrating applied industry work OR Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in a related field AND one (1) year of full-time industry experience or portfolio OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field AND four (4) years of full-time industry experience in a production and/or studio environment Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to engage a diverse student population Experience with active learning techniques Ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the community Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed Applications must be submitted online by visiting Miami Dade College's employment website.