Adjunct Faculty - Maya: Hard Surface Modeling (3D Production)

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The Department of Digital Art and Design at NYIT seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach ARTC 155 – 3D Production: Hard Surface Modeling. This undergraduate course introduces students to Maya 3D with an emphasis on professional hard-surface modeling workflows for animation, games, motion graphics, and VFX.

The instructor will guide students through core Maya modules, polygonal modeling tools, and UV/texturing workflows. Lessons emphasize real-world application, creative iteration, and technical precision in developing both realistic and stylized models. Class sessions will combine demonstrations, critiques, and structured modeling challenges to build students’ creative and technical skills.

The course culminates in a portfolio-ready final project. Faculty are expected to provide in-depth feedback, support skill development, and foster a professional studio learning environment.

Bachelor’s degree in 3D Animation, Game Design, Digital Art, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
5+ years of professional experience in 3D production or hard-surface modeling (e.g., games, film/TV, motion design).
Expert-level knowledge of Autodesk Maya and polygonal modeling workflows.
Familiarity with UV layout, basic texturing, rendering, and animation setup.
Solid understanding of clean topology and real-time asset optimization.
Experience producing client-facing or published work in a production pipeline.
Prior teaching, mentoring, or training experience strongly preferred.
Strong communication skills and commitment to student development.

Please submit a cover letter, CV/resume, and portfolio of relevant 3D modeling work when applying.

New York Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

In compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer. Adjunct Faculty offered hourly rate is contingent on applicable rank.