Sheridan is looking for outstanding individuals to join our faculty team of our Masters of Animation, Games and Immersive Experiences graduate program.
This program is designed for creators and technologists inspiring to become leaders in emerging technologies, combining advanced applied research methods with inclusive design principles and collaboration.
We are looking for part-time professors with a deep knowledge and understanding of producing rich student experiences, curriculum design, industry partnership ecosystems, and inclusive/equitable learning practices, with a background in one or more of: film, animation, game development, interactive media, immersive storytelling (XR), virtual production, or related emerging technologies in the screen industries.
The successful candidates will contribute to graduate-level teaching, supervise thesis and applied capstone projects, design inclusive practice-based creative research and industry collaboration in one of the following pillars of the program:
1: Interprofessional Leadership: Teaching courses such as Participative Leadership Development or Business Finance and Entrepreneurship where students obtain competencies to work collaboratively in teams from diverse sectors, professional backgrounds and lived experiences.
2: Immersive Narrative: Teaching courses such as Immersive Narrative Theories, Inclusive Storytelling and Trends in Immersive Narrative where students engage in 21st century storytelling through the development of compelling immersive, interactive, and inclusive narratives.
3. Research Methods: Teaching Capstone and Thesis preparation courses where students leverage diverse research methodologies to scope define and execute capstone or thesis projects.
Sheridan professors are responsible for developing an effective learning environment for students while respecting their diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences, and individual learning styles.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Delivering course curriculum in classroom and/or online, which includes ensuring student awareness of course objectives, delivery of learning outcomes, approach and evaluation techniques;
- Tutoring and academic counselling of students, while evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the students’ work within assigned courses; Faculty are expected make themselves accessible to students outside of class via email or scheduled office hours;
- Defining, evaluating, and validating learning outcomes and designing appropriate strategies and tools for assessing student learning; Faculty are responsible for completing all grading of assignments in the agreed upon time frame; Grading of student work should include quality feedback that assists students in the understanding of the subject matter;
- Developing individualized instruction and multi-media presentations and incorporating technology into the learning process where applicable; Faculty are responsible to ensure course materials deliver the learning objectives included in the course outlines;
- Advising students as they develop their Capstone or Thesis project from idea to implementation and completion;
- Attending periodic faculty meetings and being responsive to communication from the Program Coordinator, staff and administration outside of class hours, for planning purposes and course maintenance.
About You
You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.
You are committed to excellence in teaching and learning within a collaborative team environment.
You have a demonstrated ability to convey the conceptual and applied aspects of knowledge to a broad range of diverse students.
You value participating in and creating safe, brave, and inclusive environments at work and in the community and want to be a part of a culture where we strive to take actions to ensure no one is left behind.
You are a student-centered individual with a passion for facilitating student success and enhancing the student experience.
You have a passion for sharing your knowledge with others and contributing to the advancement of your field.
Your teaching practice is informed by your solid network of contacts with other academics and industry professionals and organizations.
The successful candidate will also meet the following requirements:
- PhD or Master’s degree in relevant discipline (e.g., animation, film, game studies, interactive media, digital media, XR, interaction design, or related fields).
- Demonstrated expertise in screen-based disciplines.
- Evidence of teaching ability or strong potential for graduate-level instruction.
- Demonstrated or emerging applied research capacity.
- Proven ability to work effectively across interdisciplinary and collaborative environments.
- Industry experience in screen-based media (animation, film, games, XR, virtual production, or interactive media) is desired.
- Experience with applied research or industry-partnered projects is desired.
- Familiarity with Canadian media industries and current opportunities/challenges within them is desired.
- Experience in curriculum development at the post-secondary level or equivalent experience as a trainer in industry preferred.
- Proven experience mentoring and facilitating teams, fostering collaboration, inclusive participation, and constructive critique.
- Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
Who We Are
Founded in 1967, Sheridan has grown from a local college of 400 students to one of Ontario's leading postsecondary institutions, educating approximately 22,500 full-time and 18,500 continuing and part-time studies students every year on three campuses in three Ontario cities — Oakville, Brampton and Mississauga.
An award-winning institution, Sheridan attracts students from across Canada and around the world. Sheridan's 210,000+ alumni play a critical role in shaping the future of our society in the fields of arts, business, community service, health, technology, and skilled trades.
Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/sheridan2027), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.
- For more information, visit: Why Work at Sheridan
Other Details
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design
Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)
Work Categorization: Resident Position | Fully on-site
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Type of Vacancy: These are new positions
Hourly Rate: Based on relevant educational qualifications and experience
Hours/Week: 1 – 6 hours
Start Date: Fall 2026/Winter 2027
Application Details: Please submit your resume and cover letter. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: Posted until positions are filled
First Nations peoples have lived on this part of Turtle Island for millennia, stewarding the land, the water and all that contributes to life in this region. Today, the culture and presence of First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples enrich the lands and people of this territory.
Over two centuries ago, the Mississauga people welcomed settlers to this territory, providing sustenance and engaging in trade and commerce. Between 1781 to 1820, eight treaties were signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation who opened their territory to settlement. Today, Sheridan campuses are located on Treaty 14, also known as the Head of the Lake Purchase of 1806 and Treaty 22 and 23 of 1820.
Treaty history is foundational, and it is our collective responsibility to honour the land, as we honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be learning, working and thriving on this land, and we commit to learn the truth and be active in the process of reconciliation.
Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.
