[Commlist] Job Advert: Lecturer digital media arts

*XJTLU*
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*LECTURER DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS*

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*DEPARTMENT:*School of Film and Television Arts

*ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE:*Moving Image: Digital Media Arts (Motion Design / 
Creative Design)**

*POSITION TITLE:*Lecturer

*LOCATION: SUZHOU CAMPUS*

*SALARY:*/The salary range for the Lecturer positions (equivalent to 
Assistant Professor in the US system) is as follows: /

Lecturer 5: 27,115-29,866RMB (with the opportunity to go to 33,222RMB 
based on performance and evaluations)**

*POSITION OPEN DATE:*

*ADVERTISEMENT CLOSING DATE:*

*JOB ID:*From PeopleSoft for reference**

*CONTRACT TYPE:*3 Year**

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*UNIVERSITY AND DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:*

Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is a unique collaborative 
institution and the first joint-venture university in China to offer 
both UK (University of Liverpool) and Chinese (Ministry of Education) 
accredited undergraduate degrees for all programmes. Formed in 2006, the 
first cohort of students graduated in August 2010. The University now 
has almost 15,000 students studying on campus. The language of 
instruction is English. XJTLU aims to become truly research-led, and has 
recently committed significant investment into research development and 
the expansion of PhD student numbers on campus.

XJTLU is located in the Higher Education Town of Suzhou Industrial Park 
(SIP). Suzhou has been ranked the 74th most liveable city in the 2018 
Global Liveability Index. Additionally, it is well-connected via nearby 
airports to cities such as Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, and Taipei, and via 
high-speed rail to other major cities in China. SIP is a major growth 
zone, including operations run by nearly one-fifth of the Fortune 500 
top global companies. Greater Suzhou is now the fourth largest 
concentration of economic activity in China in terms of GDP, and the SIP 
has a higher GDP per capita than the UK. The broader Suzhou area 
encompasses the spirit of both old and new in China, with the historic 
old town’s canals, UNESCO World Heritage Site gardens, and the I.M. 
Pei-designed Suzhou Museum attracting millions of tourists annually. SIP 
offers an excellent quality of life with high environmental standards. 
The nearby Jinji Lake provides attractive views, by day and by night, 
and there is a variety of shopping facilities, international and local 
restaurants, entertainment hubs and nightlife. Suzhou is also home to 
four international schools.

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*Brief summary of the department:*

The School of Film and Television Arts was built on the departmental 
strengths in communication and culture. With the addition of a film 
school and training in practical filmmaking and the creative arts, the 
School is developing a mix of practice, research, creativity and 
industry engagement with the film, television and creative industry 
sectors in China and internationally. The School currently offers 
programmes in Digital Media Arts, TV Production and Filmmaking at UG 
level.  Future plans include the establishment of postgraduate and PhD 
programmes as well.

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*RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:***

Coordinate and deliver modules across a range of digital media arts, 
television production, and filmmaking subject areas

Prepare content and lesson plans for module delivery

Curriculum development

Manage the motion design and media arts output of projects within the 
School, both within the curriculum and in extra-curricular activity 
approved by the School

Supervise and/or advise on creative projects

Contribute to the further development of the Department’s programmes

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*PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:*

The successful applicant will have  industry experience directly related 
to Motion Design, Digital Media Arts, Web Design and/or Interactive 
design projects.  He/ she will be able to demonstrate practical 
knowledge and understanding of creative design processes.

In terms of advanced specialties, the person will be expected to have 
developed extended practices in motion media-related areas, e.g. 
expressive motion graphics, visual storytelling, interactive media or 
other applications oriented to creative content creation.

We are open to applicants who present themselves with high relevance to 
these attributes. Specifically, the successful applicant will work 
around with the existing staff whose expertise are geared towards Film 
and Entertainment industry. We thus value highly the experience directly 
related to such industry.

They will be expected to teach fundamental modules on visual aesthetics 
and design, including visual communcation, 2d/graphics design and 
creative media authouring skills.

*ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:***

The candidate is expected to have*_any one_*of the following qualifications:

PhD or MFA, in the relevant subject disciplines

Relevant Master degree with substantial experience in the film and 
entertainment industry

Relevant Master degree with substantial teaching experience within a 
university, college or film/design school environment

Proficient working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is essential.

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*DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:***

The ability to teach creative design processes for Moving Image students.**

Knowledge of relevant experience in Interactive platforms such as VR, AR.

Knowledge of design management and practical opportunities for aspiring 
motion designers.

Highly developed organisational skills: The ability to anticipate 
events, identify desirable outcomes and achieve goals within a specified 
timeframe.

High level of verbal and written communication skills

The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships 
with colleagues and work cooperatively in the School.

Experience or willingness in developing practice-based research

Exhibition/show planning and execution

*COMPENSATION PACKAGE:***

Members of Academic Staff are entitled to subsidies for accommodation, 
travel, and children’s educational, medical insurance, and a one-time 
relocation allowance is provided. Overseas staff may receive a tax 
“holiday,” depending on nationality and personal circumstances.

*CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS:*

Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by 
Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the 
provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for 
legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.  
Please be advised candidates over 55 may be not eligible for PRC work visa.

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*TO APPLY:*

Please send your application (toAcademicPositions /at/ xjtlu.edu.cn) 
<mailto:(AcademicPositions /at/ xjtlu.edu.cn)>. In the subject line write the 
Positon you are applying for and quote the job ID number for reference.

Applications must be submitted in a*single pdf file*that includes 3 
parts in the order of:

·A cover letter

·A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and 
highest degree level

·Contact Details for Three References

Applications should be received by the closing date stated above.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to the Staff Management Team 
(atAcademicPositions /at/ xjtlu.edu.cn) 
<mailto:(AcademicPositions /at/ xjtlu.edu.cn)>. Please quote the position and 
job ID in your enquiry.**


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