BCIT’sDigital Arts, Media and Designdepartment within theSchool of Business + Mediaoffers a range of programs in the areas of Animation and Gaming, Web and Mobile, and Communication and Graphics. We are currently seekingtwo (2) temporary, part-time (0.2FTE) Instructorsto teach full-time students in theDiploma in 3D Modeling, Art and Animation, from May to August 2026.

Duties & Responsibilities

The instructor assignments are for:

-MDAA****4040 Game Design Pipeline 2 (20%)

• In this course, students build on the skills developed in Game Design Pipeline 1. Students create complex materials that can be configured for multiple purposes within a game engine for both meshes and terrains. Students create animated camera moves for creating non-interactive sequences. Students develop skills to add extra visual impact to environments and characters using the particle system. Students also learn to create modular game assets to build out an optimized environment and set up animations to use in the game engine. In groups, students create a working game demo incorporating assets developed throughout this course.

We are seeking individuals who are highly qualified, enthusiastic, committed to quality and innovation in meeting our students’ needs, and who value the importance of teamwork in the workplace.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS**:**

• Diploma or Degree in 3D Animation, Game Art, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in game development, environment art, technical art, or real-time production pipelines.
• Demonstrated expertise in real-time game development workflows using Unreal Engine.
• Familiarity with collaborative game development workflows, including version control systems such as Perforce.
• Experience creating modular game assets used to construct flexible and optimized game environments.
• Strong understanding of game asset pipelines, including modeling, texturing, animation integration, and engine implementation.
• Experience creating and configuring particle systems and visual effects to enhance environments and gameplay visuals.
• Familiarity with collision systems and physics setup, including creating and configuring custom colliders for game assets.
• Experience developing customizable materials and shaders suitable for meshes and terrain within a game engine.
• Experience creating camera sequences and in-engine cinematic presentations for non-interactive sequences.
• Familiarity with environment construction tools, including spline systems used to create paths, roads, or environmental features.
• Strong understanding of game optimization techniques, including proper lighting modes and performance considerations.
• Experience implementing character and prop animations within a game engine.
• Ability to guide students through team-based project development, including pitching concepts, milestone planning, and final playable demo presentations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support students from a range of skill levels

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous post-secondary teaching or mentoring experience.

• Demonstrated industry success with appropriate and current experience and skills in the entire 3D pipeline including: 3D Modeling, Animating, Rigging, Texturing, Lighting, and Rendering.

• Experience in Redshift, Arnold, and Unreal Engine.

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on yourposition)
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at ourbenefit plans!
• Defined benefitpensionplan with employer contributions -Professional Developmentfunds and resources
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learningcoursesfree of charge -Wellnessand Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, andmore
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits,click here!

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process shouldcontact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal.Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit ourfrequently asked questions (FAQs)page and seehow we hire.

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Salary Range

$65,045 - $113,545 per annum

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Position Details

Posting Category

Faculty

Department 2

SOBM Digital Arts Media & Design

Campus Location

CARI Building

Bargaining Unit

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Job Status

Temporary

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

2

Anticipated Start Date

04/27/2026

Anticipated End Date

08/21/2026

Competition Information

Competition Number

26FSA038

Competition Open Date

03/25/2026

Competition Close Date

Open Until Filled?

Yes