Lecturer in Digital Media

Job no: 576451
Work type: Full time - Fixed term/Contract
Location: Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh
Categories: Media, Journalism & Communications, Design

RMIT Vietnam

RMIT Vietnam, an entity of RMIT University, has campuses in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. We provide internationally recognised, high-quality, education and professional training for students, clients and the community, and assist in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region by hosting students from Australia and many other countries.

School of Communication & Design

At RMIT Vietnam, we believe that creative minds should be challenged, inspired and cultivated. The School of Communication & Design is building Vietnam’s creative leaders of tomorrow through interdisciplinary programs in the fields of communication, design, architecture, fashion and film.

Our unique programs embed theory and technical skills within creative and professional practice to ensure that graduates are both knowledgeable and work-ready. The emphasis throughout teaching and our student’s work is to be Experimental; Ethical; and Exceptional.

The aim of the School of Communication & Design over the next 3 years is for RMIT Vietnam to be acknowledged as having the most respected creative school in Vietnam.

The role & key responsibilities

The Lecturer/Associate Lecturer in Digital Media will be expected to contribute to the teaching and research efforts of the University, within the School of Communication & Design, specifically within undergraduate Programs. The successful candidate will also actively promote the programs by establishing and maintaining memberships, links and partnerships with academic, industry and professional communities. 

The appointee will be teaching across two programs in the School of Communication & Design: Digital Media and Design Studies, with an emphasis on Digital Media.

Key selection criteria

• Master Degree (for Associate Lecturer) or PhD (for Lecturer) roles.
• Applicants are expected to be experienced digital media artists, and to possess, or be capable of developing the following capabilities:

1.  Compositing, using After Effects or Nuke

2.  Motion graphics, using After Effects

3.  2D and 3D animation

4.  Colour grading

5.  Coding in C# for Unity

6.  VR/AR using Unity

7.  3D modelling, using 3ds Max

8.  3D sculpting, using Mudbox or Zbrush

9.  Photogrammetry, using Meshroom, Substance Designer or similar software

10. Texturing, using Substance Painter or similar software

11. Ability to lecture on the topic of digital design history (desired, not required)

12. Proficiency in any other design or software skill (visual effects, product design etc)

• Actively engaged in design/ creative practice.
• Recognized research and/or exhibition profile.
• Strong team player with an inclusive and collaborative approach.
• At least 5 years relevant experience, teaching in a University environment.

To find out more

For further information about this role, please click on the Job Description and Candidate Information document below.

 Academic FAQ's RMIT Vietnam 2018.pdf

 NEW Information Pack - Foreign Candidates - Academic 2018.pdf

 JD_Design_Lecturer, Digital Media.May 2019.pdf

 JD_Design_Associate Lecturer, Digital Media.May 2019.pdf

Please note

• English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS 7.0 (or equivalent).
• Non-Vietnamese candidates must also meet the requirements of the Vietnamese Work Permit process.

How to apply

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Applications close on June 05, 2019.