Adjunct Opportunities - Computer Animation

Visual Arts Department:

The mission of the department of visual arts at Bergen Community is to provide students with instruction experience and encouragement in the practice of visual art and the study of the history of art and visual culture. Our courses taught by professors who are also active professionals in their fields impart current information and techniques and promote the development of students thinking about art media and culture. The Visual Arts Department is located on the main campus in Paramus in West Hall. Facilities include stateoftheart studios for computer animation computer graphics drawing/painting digital and darkroom photography and digital projection for the teaching of the history of art.

The Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S. Computer Animation program option is designed to provide students with the coursework needed to transfer to a fouryear institution and pursue a bachelors degree in computer animation and motion graphics. The curriculum provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a pathway to careers in 2D &3D animation 3D modeling video editing compositing and rendering. Students can take coursework and concentrated options in various aspects of motion graphics and interactive multimedia. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with Bergen Community College faculty and Career Services as they begin to explore career options.

Courses and Requirements:

We are looking for adjunct faculty to teach within the AAS Computer Animation program.

Courses include:

• 2D Animation I & II
• 3D Animation I & II
• Interactive Multimedia
• Computer Imaging
• Illustration
• Layout and Sound Design.

Applicants must have at least 5 years of industry experience and a BFA in the field of disciplinehowever a Masters degree is preferred. A minimum of 2 years college level teaching experience is preferred.

Applicants should be well versed in either MODO or Blender for 3D preferably MODO and the Adobe Creative Cloud package including Photoshop Illustrator Character Animator Animate After Effects & Premiere for 2D. Applicants with additional experience in web mobile and coding applications are encouraged to apply.

Classes are studio based and involve both lecture and handson inclass work with students. Applicants should possess the ability to work with a diverse range of students communicate effectively and create a welcoming and supportive classroom environment for all.

If interested we also ask that you provide representative samples of recent or current work you can attach them to your letter of application with your resume.

BCC will be hosting an Adjunct Job Fair on June 5th from 47pm. If you are interested in attending or have any questions about the event please contact Michael Vivenzio in the Office of Adjunct Administration. You can reach him at

Bergen Community College is committed to excellence in diversity and equity and creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for all positions regardless of race color religion creed gender age national origin marital and veteran status disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other legally protected status.