The Department of Film, Media, and Communications seeks an affiliate instructor of animation to teach FNMS 264 Intro to Animation. The course requires instruction and oversight of hand-drawn 2D animation projects that introduce primary animation skills such as timing, spacing, the 12 Principles of Animation, believable acting, and professional workflows.

Experience teaching animation at the college level. Demonstration of advanced command of animation principles, technical workflows, and creative excellence as evidenced through short animated projects.

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The anticipated hiring or recruitment range for this position is $6,500 per course.

The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience of the candidate.

Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

05/04/2026

Yes

508-286-8206

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