Instructor of Animation
$3.0K - $9.0K/wk
School of Art - Temp Start Date: 08/17/2026 About this opportunity: The School of Art at Ball State ... a studio art program that includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals ...
$3.0K - $9.0K/wk
School of Art - Temp Start Date: 08/17/2026 About this opportunity: The School of Art at Ball State ... a studio art program that includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals ...
$3.0K - $9.0K/wk
School of Art - Temp Start Date: 08/17/2026 About this opportunity: The School of Art at Ball State ... a studio art program that includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals ...
$3.0K - $9.0K/wk
School of Art - Temp Start Date: 08/24/2026 About this opportunity: The School of Art at Ball State ... design, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art ...
$3.0K - $9.0K/wk
School of Art - Temp Start Date: 08/24/2026 About this opportunity: The School of Art at Ball State ... design, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art ...
Muncie, IN · On-site
$3.0K - $9.0K/wk
School of Art - Temp Start Date: 08/24/2026 About this opportunity: The School of Art at Ball State ... design, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art ...
Muncie, IN · On-site
$3.0K - $9.0K/wk
School of Art - Temp Start Date: 08/24/2026 About this opportunity: The School of Art at Ball State ... design, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art ...
| Aspect | Temporary Animation Studio | Freelance Animator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Portfolio, basic animation skills, possibly a degree | Portfolio, self-taught or formal training, varied credentials |
| Work Environment | Team-based, office or studio setting, project deadlines | Remote or on-site, flexible hours, self-managed |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Hired by studios or companies for specific projects | Hired directly by clients or agencies, project-based |
Temporary Animation Studios typically operate as organized teams within a company, working on multiple projects with structured workflows. Freelance Animators work independently, managing their own schedules and client relationships. Both roles require strong animation skills, but the studio environment offers more collaboration and resources, while freelancing provides flexibility and autonomy.
Position Title:
Instructor of AnimationCompensation:
$3000-$9000 per courseDepartment:
School of Art - TempStart Date:
08/17/2026About this opportunity:
The School of Art at Ball State University invites applications for part-time instructors to teach courses in Animation. Successful candidates may be hired to teach between one and three sections and we offer both online and in-person modalities.What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Position Description:
Instructors of Animationwill teach undergraduate courses in Animation (AnimationProduction, Illustration, Game Art/Design, Visual Effects) and/or Foundations (2D, 3D, 4D, or Drawing)and/or other courses in the candidate's area of expertise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach between one and three undergraduate courses.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in animation, illustration, gameart/design, visualeffects,or a related field from an accredited institutionby time of appointmentORtwo years of documented industry experiencein animation, illustration, game design, visual effects, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
MFA degree inanimation, illustration, gameart/design, visualeffects,or a related field from an accredited institution by time of appointment.
One year of teaching experience at the college level.
How to apply:
For inquiriesregardingthis opportunity, please contact:
Lara Kuykendall, Director,lkuykendall@bsu.edu
Please follow upload instructions to attach one PDF ofall ofthe required supporting documents listed below.
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Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Portfolio of up to 10 images of applicant's creative work (saved as a single PDF with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.
Portfolio of up to 10 images of student work (saved as a single PDF with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.
Contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references
Original transcriptsshowing yourhighest degree will berequiredupon hire.
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11 - 50 Employees
Austin, TX, US
1989