ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
This role reports to Dean or designate.
SUMMARY
The Mentor is responsible for supporting and providing feedback to students of the assigned projects as provided at the start of term. Mentors provide weekly feedback, guide students in their field of expertise.
Mentors are expected to do a total of 13 weekly mentoring sessions with students and the sessions are scheduled during weekdays (generally after regular work hours), and potentially on Saturdays.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide students with weekly feedback on their projects
Help students to scope, plan, and execute their projects
Encourage and motivate students through constructive feedback
Sets and models a high standard of professional behaviour and appropriate appearance
Adheres to the Policies and Procedures of the university
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Demonstrable familiarity and experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
2D Animation
3D Animation/3D Modelling
Game Development
Video Production
A minimum of one accredited published movie, game, or app title and/or 3 years of industry experience in an appropriate area of development
Relevant degree/diploma is advantageous
Experience working with and teaching students is advantageous
Skills and Abilities
Excellent communication, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret and apply university, government, agency and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines
Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility
Ability to use tact and discretion to deal with or settle complex requests or complaints
Ability to communicate effectively with people who have limited English language proficiency
SALARY INFORMATION
Anticipated hourly pay rate: $80
