Program and Curriculum Advisor

JOB TITLE: Program and Curriculum Advisor

JOB POSTED:January 6 2026

DEPARTMENT: MFA Computer Arts

REPORTED TO:Director of Operations

SCHEDULE: FT Exempt Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm EST In-Person (No Remote Work)

COMPENSATION: $75000 annually

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Director of Operations the Program and Curriculum Advisor serves as a central academic and administrative resource for students in the MFA Computer Arts department at the School of Visual Arts (SVA). This role provides academic and career advising supports curriculum development and program enhancement and serves as a key liaison among students faculty staff and external industry and recruitment contacts.

The MFA Computer Arts program emphasizes creativity and a multidisciplinary approach to producing innovative animation motion graphics and experimental art within a collaborative state-of-the-art production environment. Our goal is to develop artists who will continue to challenge norms question standards and surprise people long after they leave SVA. For more information please visit the departments website at this link.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Advising and Student Support

• Advise students in setting academic and career goals selecting courses and internships and planning for graduation and beyond.
• Support and resolve student matters related to registration drop/adds transcripts credits GPA attendance registrar matters and cross-department curricula.
• Oversee registration and course adjustment processes and schedule advising meetings with students.
• Manage and administer student audits independent studies and internships in coordination with the Career Development Office.
• Serve on the Thesis Committee; review thesis proposals and documents with the Chair and Director of Operations.
• Collaborate with campus partners including International Student Services (ISO) Disability Resources Student Affairs and Student Health to address academic visa and health and wellness concerns.
• Attend and represent the department at recruitment and admission events (e.g. National Portfolio Day Ringling etc.) and engage with prospective students.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary projects and curricula integrating 2D 3D experimental art design and new technologies including participation in Graduate Center events.
• Perform additional duties special projects and responsibilities as assigned to support the departments priorities.

Curriculum Development and Management

• Collaborate with the Chair and department staff to regularly update curriculum content catalog and registration books department brochures and content on departmental websites.
• Support the departments student orientation curriculum updates catalog and registration books public lectures exhibitions year-end events and special projects.
• Identify meet and onboard new faculty while guiding them through the hiring and onboarding process.
• Provide ongoing support to faculty to improve courses and address student concerns.
• Advise students on supplemental Continuing Education (CE) courses.
• Maintain digital records of departmental faculty and student files.
• Coordinate with other SVA departments such as External Relations Communications Alumni Affairs VAP Career Development Health & Counseling Services Graduate Admissions International Student Office Registrar and the Office of Learning Technologies on course planning syllabi and Canvas management.
• Collaborate with the Chair and department staff to review applications and interview prospective students for the graduate program.
• Optimize workflows for registration advising and curriculum management.
• Perform additional duties special projects and responsibilities as assigned to support the departments needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) or Master of Arts (MA) or an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.
• Four (4) years of relevant professional experience in academic advisement program coordination or management and student support within a higher education or related setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional work experience in the visual arts and/or arts education preferred.
• Background in design creative production or studio environments preferred.
• Familiarity with higher education policies academic programs and degree requirements
• Proficiency with Google Drive tools on Mac and PC computing systems
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of higher education policies academic programs and degree requirements.
• Knowledge of registration systems curriculum structures and student information systems.
• Knowledge of FERPA regulations and best practices for maintaining student confidentiality.
• Knowledge of resources for student support (e.g. counseling tutoring student support services international student support services).
• Skill in verbal written and interpersonal communications to effectively engage with students faculty and staff.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Skill in learning new technologies policies and institutional changes.
• Ability to build and maintain rapport and positive relationships with diverse student faculty and staff populations.
• Ability to problem solve and conflict resolution to address student challenges and concerns.
• Ability to understand and be aware of diverse student populations and cultural competencies.
• Ability to provide clear and empathetic guidance tailored to individual student needs.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Ability to work independently proactively and collaboratively within a fast-paced and agile team environment.
• Ability to promote student success and support institutional goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other employees students and stakeholders.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OR WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Schedule: Full-time schedule (35 hrs per week) Monday - Friday 9am-5pm EST. Exempt (salaried) position. The position will work on site (in person - no remote work)
• Location: MFA Computer Arts department at 133 W 21st St 10th floor New York NY 10011.
• Travel: flexibility and willingness to travel 2-3 times per year for local national and international recruitment or program-related events.
• Evening and weekend work may be required as needed to support departmental events programs and initiatives.
• Ability to work in an office environment with computer and office equipment.
• Ability to bend lift walk carry or use a force equal to lifting up to ten (10) pounds.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To be considered for this position candidates must submit the following:

• Cover Letter - Describe your interest in the position and how your qualifications meet the stated requirements.
• Resume or CV - Include relevant experience and key responsibilities.

WORKING AT SVA

The School of Visual Arts has been a leader in the education of artists designers and creative professionals for more than seven decades. With a faculty of distinguished working professionals a dynamic curriculum and an emphasis on critical thinking SVA is a catalyst for innovation and social responsibility. Comprising over 7000 students at its Manhattan campus and over 41000 alumni from 128 countries SVA also represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world. For more information about the Colleges 30 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

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The School of Visual Arts is an equal-opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion is a core principles of the College. SVA enjoys a community that represents a significant number of historically underrepresented communities ethnic and religious backgrounds gender identities diverse abilities and foreign countries and all are encouraged to apply.