[game_edu] Job Opening for: ***Course Director, Game Design 1 & 2***

[Blackledge, Michael]

THE LOS ANGELES FILM SCHOOL
www.lafilm.edu <http://www.lafilm.edu>
Send resume/CV and cover letter to: recruiting at lafilm.com

Job Opening for: ***Course Director, Game Design 1 & 2***

REPORTS TO: Program Director, Game Production
STATUS: Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Education
Number of Employees Supervised: TBD

LOCATION: Hollywood, CA
Direct: TBD
Indirect: N/A

Overview: The Course Director is responsible for developing the course curriculum for and teaching Game Design 1 & 2. The courses introduce students to the concepts and methods of computer and video game design from a practical point of view where students learn to implement game systems and mechanics on digital platforms (XBOX, PC, etc). From concept to prototype to finished product, students use game engines, software tools, and programming to turn ideas into playable 2D and 3D games.

Responsibilities:

- Teaching the Game Design 1 & 2 courses on a monthly basis
-   Course management including the development of materials, assessments, student counseling, data management, scheduling, and other academic activities
-   Staff management, including the hiring, scheduling, mentoring, and supervision of other educators
-   Participation in campus activities, including a monthly open house, special interest groups, and other duties as assigned by the Game Production Program Director
-   This is a full-time position

Experience Required:

-  Teaching and/or public speaking experience preferred
-  Four years related professional work experience
-  Credited on at least three AAA video game titles in a game design or level design role
-  Bachelor's degree in a related field


Skills Required:

-   Expertise with a AAA engine level editor (e.g. UnrealED, Hammer, Radiant)
-   Experience with scripting language (e.g. UnrealScript, Python, Lua)
-   Experience with Photoshop and Maya
-  Knowledge of Torque Game Builder and Torque X and/or XNA Game Studio

-   Excellent presentation and communication abilities
-   A high degree of enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a willingness to mentor students
-   Competency with PowerPoint/Keynote, MS Office, Windows and Mac OS


Full-time commitment is essential, no relocation


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