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Computer Science Instructor

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New York, NY · On-site +1

You can quickly make lots of 2D and 3D sketches that bring concepts and ideas to life to test ... Post-graduate interns only (we don't accept interns who are still in school or between semesters ...

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Intern: Design

New York, NY · On-site +1

$20/hr

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Intern: Design

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$20/hr

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Manhattan, NY · On-site

We are seeking a Deep Learning Engineer with experience manipulating large 2D and 3D media datasets ... Education: Graduate degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent ...

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Manhattan, NY

$160K - $175K/yr

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Tech Lead, AI/ML Engineering

Manhattan, NY · On-site

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Deep Learning Engineer

Manhattan, NY

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate 2d animation rigging in the United States is $51.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.18 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Graduate 2D Animation Rigging vs Graduate 3D Animation Rigging?

AspectGraduate 2D Animation RiggingGraduate 3D Animation Rigging
Required Skills2D software (Toon Boom, Adobe Animate), rigging techniques3D software (Maya, Blender), skeletal rigging
Work Environment2D animation studios, post-production houses3D animation studios, gaming, film
Industry UsageTV cartoons, web animationsVideo games, movies, VR

Graduate 2D Animation Rigging focuses on creating rigs for 2D characters using specialized software, often in traditional animation settings. In contrast, Graduate 3D Animation Rigging involves building skeletal structures for 3D models, typically in gaming and film industries. Both roles require knowledge of rigging principles, but they differ in software and output type, making them distinct career paths within animation.

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Adjunct Faculty - Media Arts (Evergreen)

Adjunct Faculty - Media Arts (Evergreen)

Lesley University

Cambridge, MA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Opportunity
Lesley University always welcomes applications for adjunct faculty to teach upcoming daytime or evening classes for our Media Arts programs at the undergraduate level. Subject areas in this department include courses on Animation, Film, Game Art, Game Design, and Visual Effects. Classes in this department are primarily taught in-person and on-campus.
Since adjunct faculty positions are ongoing, evergreen positions, your materials will remain on file and will be reviewed on an as-needed basis throughout the upcoming semesters. By submitting your application, you will be put into consideration for current and future adjunct positions within the undergraduate Media Arts subject area. We hire adjunct faculty on a regular cadence to support our Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. The specific course hired for is subject to change depending on semester, course catalog, and department needs.
About Lesley Art + Design
At Lesley Art + Design, students are multidisciplinary artists who shape cultural trends and spark change. As future leaders in their fields, students understand that ideas and implementation are equally important, encompassing both artistic vision and business acumen.
Our undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts programs span Communication Arts, Illustration, Media Arts, and Studio Arts. We also offer low residency Master of Fine Arts programs in Visual Arts and Creative Writing.
Qualities & Capabilities
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Animation, Film, Game Design, Visual Arts, or related field
  • 2+ years minimum of professional experience working in a related arts field
  • Demonstrated successful experience teaching in the particular discipline at the undergraduate level
  • Experience in studio-based, experiential learning with an emphasis on student engagement
  • Demonstrated advanced studio competencies and fluency in technical, conceptual, medium-specific skills specified by the discipline
  • Experience and commitment to teaching and developing culturally responsive curriculum
  • Please note: Portfolio examples of the candidate's work and/or student work is required. Please provide a combined PDF that is no larger than 5mb, or a link to an online portfolio.

Preferred:
  • MFA or equivalent terminal degree in a related field
  • For Game Design courses, experience with Unreal Engine and Blueprint is necessary for most courses. Experience with software such as ZBrush, Substance Painter, Maya, Blender and related Game Design software are relevant, based on the course syllabus.
  • For Film courses, all faculty should be familiar with Adobe Premiere (or similar NLE) software. Experience with Adobe Audition, DaVinci Resolve and Celtx (or Final Draft) are also valuable. Courses may include on-set skills with Canon or Blackmagic cameras, studio lighting, audio recording. Other courses include editing, post-production and audio post. Familiarity with cinema history, contemporary discourse and production practices are also valuable. Filmmaking requires a range of skills, which can be relevant to the course syllabus. Please list areas of filmmaking where you have expertise, as our courses cover a range of topics.
  • For Animation & VFX courses, experience with ToonBoom, Maya, Blender, and DragonFrame is valuable. Experience with Unreal for virtual cinematography is a bonus. We offer a range of traditional, experimental, digital 2D and 3D animation courses. Familiarity with the history of animation, contemporary discourse and professional practice is valuable. Please list your skills and software expertise, as our courses cover a range of topics.

Why Lesley
Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for its graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive, theory is integrated with practice and its 6,400 students and 90,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities.
Lesley is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to institutional and academic excellence at Lesley. In doing so, Lesley strives for a campus culture and community that fosters a true sense of belonging for all, provides opportunity for everyone to participate equally and fully in the Lesley experience, and helps to develop each individual's capacity to confidently and competently engage within and across difference. Given an evolving national context and the rapid change in the demographic profile of our country, the University has made a significant commitment to addressing and enhancing its campus climate and diversity capabilities as an institution.
Expressing Interest
A CV/resume which demonstrates teaching experience, professional activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.
At Lesley University we strive for a supportive and equitable environment where people -- regardless of race, ethnicity, color, sex, physical ability, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws -- can participate equally and fully as their true selves in all aspects of university life. Accordingly, the University prohibits discrimination based on these protected categories in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and in employment. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the fabric of our institution. Individuals may submit concerns or questions related to discrimination to the University's Director of Equal Opportunity. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity's webpage for the University's entire notice of nondiscrimination and for additional information.
Lesley University Adjunct Faculty positions are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). To view our compensation targets for this position, please visit this link.

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