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JOB (Non-Guild): ArtCenter seeks
Director of Entertainment Design
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Pasadena, CA
ArtCenter College of Design offers a new model for art and design education in the 21st century. Our visionary approach is based on the College’s conservatory-like approach to teaching and learning; a desire for rich, intercultural and transdisciplinary dialogue; and a mandate to provide students innovative learning and making spaces.
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Job Title: Director, Entertainment Design
Reports To: Chair, Entertainment Design
Supervises: Entertainment Design Department Staff and Faculty
FLSA status: Exempt
Job Posted: October XX, 2016
Grade: [XX]
Job Summary
The director of the undergraduate Entertainment Design department will work closely with the department chair to ensure organizational alignment in the direction, operation and successful implementation of initiatives necessary to deliver an overall excellent educational experience for the students, faculty and stakeholders of the Entertainment Design program.
This position is responsible for project management functions such as budget tracking and execution of activities related to specific projects as well as the overall department. The director is also expected to plan and execute specific initiatives and project objectives set by the department chair in a timely and thorough manner, including those considered strategic priorities for the College that may span multiple departments.
S/he must be an excellent communicator and a good listener with an open mind, have respect for faculty and students, practice fairness and ethical principles in decision-making.
The Director of the Entertainment Design Department, will also work closely with the following departments as necessary and appropriate: Admissions; Enrollment Services; Faculty Affairs; Student Affairs; Educational Partnerships, Study Away; Facilities; the Library; Human Resources; and the Office of the Provost.
Summary of Entertainment Design Department Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning, direction and implementation of the educational programming and scheduling of the Concept Design and Character Animation tracks;
- Ongoing review of departmental processes, including budget, schedule and internal projects;
- Propose and implement new initiatives that further the department’s mission.
Qualifications
- At least five years of professional experience in Film and/or Game Production Design, Art Direction, Concept Design and/or formal education in the following areas preferred: team development; teaching/education; project management; management experience, including budgeting and supervisory responsibilities;
- A professional degree preferably in the Entertainment Arts area of practice;
- Understanding and experience with Film Studio cultures and economies;
- Professional knowledge of the changing needs of the production design requirements, and the landscape of the film and game community; knowledge of film and/or production pipeline, methods, tools and technologies;
- Vast general culture in the Animations Arts and Concept Design for films and/or Games;
- Ability to cultivate and maintain good working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders related to the ongoing operations of the Entertainment Design department, including professional associates, outside partners, executive leadership, administrators, faculty, staff, students and alumni;
- Knowledge of academic policies, administrative practices and processes, and curricular goals;
- Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines; ability to work effectively both independently and within groups;
- High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information;
- Fluency with shared college-wide administrative applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint/Keynote software.
Essential Functions
- Timely and thorough direction and execution of specific goals and objectives set by the department chair;
- Motivate, empower, and serve Entertainment Design staff and faculty to align and accomplish the goals and objectives of the department;
- Regular tracking and accurate review of initiative status and operational data, including budgets;
- Regular meetings with department chair for updates on operational status and directional review;
- Work with Marketing and Communications to maintain the Entertainment Design department’s promotional media and Entertainment Design website;
- Direct and manage special projects and events such as sponsored projects, Workshops, Open House, Grad Show, recruitment events, project documentation, publications etc.;
- Develop new external relationships with organizations while retaining existing ones; schedule and participate in company and organization site visits;
- Develop intelligence regarding industry trends, needs and opportunities in industries and markets related to the field; keep current on educational trends, competitors, and best practices related to the Entertainment Design program;
- Work with the chair and CITL to research and develop new in-class and online learning tools; work with faculty to build and deploy prototypes of new learning models;
- Effectively present the Entertainment Design program to organizations, potential students, and visitors;
- Advise students artistically and administratively through their educational life at Art Center, and to help prepare them for their professional life;
- Assisting the department chair in third and six terms reviews of students;
- Assist in the organization and management of the new student application and acceptance process; assist in interviews and related communications, including applications with EL requirements.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time viewing computer monitor; interactions with other individuals.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 20 pounds); to operate modern office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this job; they do not purport to describe all functions. Employees may be assigned other duties, and the essential functions may be changed from time to time as necessary.
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To Apply
Qualified applicants should email their cover letter with resume and salary history to Human Resources at hr@artcenter.edu indicating “Entertainment Design” in subject line. |
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Art Center College of Design is committed to excellence through the establishment of a diverse faculty and staff that best represents our student body and its surrounding communities. The College considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Human Resources Department at (626) 396-2270.
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