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What is a game animation internship?

A Game Animation Internship is a temporary position where students or recent graduates work with a game development studio to learn and contribute to the creation of animated characters, environments, and effects in video games. Interns typically assist with animating 3D models, creating motion cycles, and supporting the animation pipeline under the guidance of experienced animators. This hands-on experience helps interns develop their technical and artistic skills, gain industry knowledge, and build a portfolio for future job opportunities in game animation.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect as a game animation intern?

As a Game Animation Intern, you will typically assist with creating character, creature, or environment animations under the supervision of experienced animators. Your daily tasks may include working with animation software, refining movement cycles, and collaborating with designers and programmers to integrate animations into the game engine. Interns often participate in team meetings, receive feedback on their work, and may have the opportunity to contribute creative ideas to ongoing projects. This hands-on experience is invaluable for building your portfolio and understanding the game development pipeline.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game animation intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Game Animation Intern, you generally need a solid understanding of animation principles, proficiency in digital art or animation software, and a relevant academic background such as coursework in animation or game design. Familiarity with tools like Autodesk Maya, Blender, or Unity, as well as knowledge of version control systems, is typically expected. Strong collaboration, creativity, and adaptability help set interns apart when working with multidisciplinary teams and receiving feedback. These skills and qualities are crucial for producing high-quality animations that enhance player experience and meet production standards in a dynamic game development environment.

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Assistant/Associate Professor of 3D Animation, Graphic Design or Visual Communication and Photograph

Tulsa, OK • On-site

Oral Roberts University
Education Programs Administration • 1 - 5K employees
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$30K - $40K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

ABOUT US
Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!
JOB DESCRIPTION
- FULL TIME
Oral Roberts University Institute of Design, Experience and Art (IDEA) invites applications for promotion-track Assistant/Associate Professor position for one of three design related areas: 3D animation, graphic design or visual communication-photography. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Ideal candidate must have demonstrated success in one of these areas:
  • 3D Modeling: Experience with 3D modeling, gaming, narrative storytelling and animated communication while demonstrating sensitivity to aesthetics, typography and design. Additionally, the candidate should have an awareness of and an enthusiasm for growing into the emergent field of XR (extended reality) design and development. Opportunities exist for interdisciplinary development with other academic units, including Worship, Theatre, Dance, Film and Computer Science.
  • Design: Experience in graphic or communication design, which may include typography, interactive design & development, branding, narrative and time-based media, publication design, design research, UI/UX, community-based design, portfolio development, professional practices, or internship supervision. Ideal candidates will successfully demonstrate sensitivity to aesthetics, typography and design.
  • Visual Communication and Photography: Candidate will have professional photographic and visual design experience that integrates contemporary professional practice with specific emphasis on emerging technologies (AI and LLMs) and interdisciplinary practices. Additionally, the candidate should have an awareness of and an enthusiasm for growing into the collaborative, interdisciplinary design environment, professional practice and design studio and project management.
DUTIES
ORU Faculty teach broadly in the curricula of their subjects, advise students, and serve on departmental and university-wide committees. The primary responsibilities of position will include the undergraduate level development and teaching of introductory and core courses in the discipline, resulting in 3-3 load of six-contact hour per week studio courses.
Successful hires will also be responsible for development of courses in their area(s) of specialization, as well as be responsible for producing scholarship/creative work commensurate with the requirements for promotion. The successful candidate will teach critical thinking, problem solving, contemporary theory and emerging concepts in contemporary visual design practice.
REQUIREMENTS
Required Qualifications:
  • Terminal graduate degree preferred (MFA, PhD), or equivalent degree from an accredited institution, or significant sustained industry experience:
    • Game development and/or virtual production and/or virtual reality, modeling and lighting animation and film disciplines.
    • Graphic design or related field, including but not limited to branding, environmental design, digital design, motion design, or digital product design.
    • Visual Communication or Photography, visual and communication related areas of study, including digital or film, studio and commercial, marketing or social media.
  • Evidence of excellent operational skills in industry standard practices necessary to instruct undergraduate students in one of the referenced subdisciplines.
  • Demonstrated professional or research practice in referenced subdisciplines.
  • Experience with using and teaching production equipment, such as software, printers, computer-controlled machines, screens or cameras.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ideal candidate will have professional skills and experience in professional practices related to subdiscipline.
  • Teaching experience in adjacent areas such as art history, digital fabrication or packaging and environmental design.
  • Evidence of student mentorship, i.e. professional placement or graduate school applications.
NOTES
  1. Complete the ORU online faculty application
  2. Please provide a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and transcripts from all colleges and universities listed on your C.V. and application
  3. Portfolio providing evidence of disciplinary expertise (website or remote file share)
  4. Please provide three letters of recommendation

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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