3D Motion Design 1- Adjunct Faculty- Traditional Ground

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix is seeking a part-time adjunct faculty member to teach 3D Motion Design 1 on its traditional, on-campus program. The instructor will deliver lectures, engage students with contemporary technologies and industry trends, and assess progress while exemplifying the university’s Doctrinal and Ethical statements and Mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom lectures and discussions, applying innovative teaching methods.
• Expose students to cutting-edge tools and current industry trends.
• Evaluate student work and mentor progress toward their career goals.
• Model the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission for students.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in animation, motion graphics, 3D modeling, graphic design, advertising, or an equivalent degree.
• Knowledge of the 12 Principles of Animation.
• Understanding of how graphic design informs motion graphics.
• Awareness of motion graphics trends and the motion production pipeline.
• Understanding of typography and its use in motion work.
• Skills in modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering.
• Basic character rigging (IKs and controls) and particle effects.
• Proficiency with Maya, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Possible job titles that fit the criteria: Graphic Designer, 3D Animator, Motion Graphics Designer, Creative Director, Art Director.
• GCU does not provide software or hardware outside of campus classrooms.
• Ability to teach on the most current versions of Adobe and Maya software products.
• A portfolio of recent work is required with the application to teach.

Technologies

• Maya
• Adobe After Effects
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator

Benefits

• Education Benefits and Tuition Assistance
• 401(k)
• Employee Perks and Discounts
• Gym and Fitness Center
• Canyon Health & Wellness Center

Why work at Grand Canyon University

• Education Benefits and Tuition Assistance
• 401(k)
• Employee Perks and Discounts
• Gym and Fitness Center
• Canyon Health & Wellness Center

GCU traditional campus located in Phoenix, AZ

Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Fall 2026 semester, with a class start date of 09/08/2026.

Application materials

• Your unofficial transcript for any applicable conferred graduate degrees