Game Programming Trainer

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) is Australias most awarded 3D Animation Game Design and Visual FX educator based in Sydney Melbourne Canberra Adelaide and Online with a commitment to delivering high quality specialist vocational and higher education.

AIE Canberra is looking for a Programming Trainer with industry experience to come and join the team and help train the next generation of game programmers and developers.

AIEs Game Programming course is a strongly practical and intensive course that focuses on industry-standard skills and knowledge. Strong communication skills a team orientated attitude and commercial games programming development experience are essential. The successful applicant will be working within a supportive and highly skilled team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Delivering the course content for the Advanced Diploma and/or associates courses using a combination of lecture style sessions and practical tutorials
• Planning creation and development of new course materials
• Reviewing as part of a team current curriculum and updating as required
• Advising and assisting students on both programming and technical issues
• Monitoring student progress including attendance course competencies informal and formal assessment
• Evaluating student course work in both practical and theory exercises

Essential:

• Detailed practical up-to-date knowledge of C and C# for game programming and the application of middleware with preference for Unreal.
• Ability to keep knowledge current with industry standards and further own learning as required
• A degree or higher qualification in a relevant area and with industry experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team

Desirable:

• Prior teaching experience an advantage
• Formal qualification in a relevant area
• Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Please note:

• This is a casual position
• Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
• Applicants need to be able to apply for or currently hold a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

*Prospective candidates are encouraged to provide a portfolio at time of interview showcasing their proficiency in C

To find out more get in touch with Chris Higgins Head of School Canberra and Online Campus on (02) or