POSITION: Full Term Appointment (14 weeks – subject to renewal) in Life Drawing I: Anatomy for Illustration

Seneca College is a dynamic and diverse workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, especially women, Aboriginal persons, LBGTQ identified, persons with disabilities, and racial and cultural minorities. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

RANK: Instructor
WHERE: Seneca College at the Seneca@York campus
START DATE: January 2020

RESPONSIBILITIES
To instruct one full course (3 hours each week over 14 weeks) in Life Drawing I: Anatomy in the Illustration Diploma.

Theoretical and practical experience in drawing from the human figure using techniques of both line and tone. Extensive practical working knowledge of drawing for figurative proportion, surface anatomy, and skeletal and muscular anatomy. Experience directing models in the life drawing classroom context.

QUALIFICATIONS
Established artistic practice with expertise in figure drawing and human anatomy is essential as is experience in teaching, especially at a post-secondary level. An interest in the future directions of illustration would be beneficial.

• Completed academic credential in the discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Previous teaching experience essential, preferably at the post-secondary level
• Minimum of 5 years visual art practice
• Excellent presentation, communication and human relation skills to interact effectively with the College’s diverse student and staff population.
• An understanding of and commitment to equity in education.

PROGRAM
The Illustration Diploma within the School of Creative Arts and Animation at Seneca College is unique in the province. A four semester, two year diploma combines traditional illustrative media, digital media and business skills to give the independent artist the skills necessary to succeed in the rapidly changing world of illustration.

The Faculty of Communication, Arts and Design is located at the Seneca@York campus on York University. With campuses across the Greater Toronto Area, Seneca College offers degrees, diplomas and certificates renowned for their quality and respected by employers. Combining the highest academic standards with practical, hands-on learning, expert teaching faculty and the latest technology ensures Seneca graduates are career-ready. Seneca’s Faculty of Communication, Arts and Design is a recognized leader in education for a comprehensive range of fields including animation, graphic design, illustration, photography, music & performance, documentary filmmaking, media, fashion, and event production.

Seneca@York campus is an accessible space.

APPLICATION
Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and the names of two qualified referees via email to:

Martha Newbigging, BFA, B.Ed., MES
Professor & Acting Program Coordinator of Illustration

martha.newbigging@senecacollege.ca

School of Creative Arts and Animation
Seneca@York
70 The Pond Road
Toronto, Ontario M3J 3M6
Phone: (416) 491-5050 Ext 33464
Fax: (416) 739-1856

https://www.senecacollege.ca/programs/fulltime/ILU.html
http://senecaillustration.ca

Posting Date: Dec. 12, 2019
Closing Date: Until position is filled

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.