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Vega School is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
The IIE Vega, Durban Campus has a vacancy for a Part-Time Lecturer for the following module in the second semester of the 2025 academic year: Motion Design
Competencies Required:
- Excellent communication (written and verbal)
- Passion for customer service
- Demonstrated ability to manage work and self proactively
- Organisational and time management skills
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Ideal:
Honours or Master’s Degree in Digital Design, Multimedia Design, Digital Arts, or Motion Design and Animation
Alternatively:
Undergraduate qualification in a relevant design field, and an NQF 8 or higher qualification in Higher Education. OR
Honours or Master’s Degree in Graphic- or Information Design or Film Arts with at least 3 years’ experience as a Motion designer in a design studio or advertising agency.
Minimum Work Experience Requirements:
At least 2 years industry experience as a Digital or motion designer or animator.
A solid foundation in 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics and video post production is key.
The candidate is required to have a layered portfolio demonstrating her/his ability to engage with intermediate design challenges and his/her experience and knowledge of the skills listed above.
Working Conditions:
- Please note that this is an Independent Contractor (part-time) role
Working Hours:
- Lectures take place Monday to Friday: 08:00 -17: 30 – specific days and times depend on the timetable for the specific module(s)
Salary:
- Hourly rate commensurate with experience and hours worked.
Application Response:
- Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.
Technical Support:
- Should you experience technical difficulties applying for the position, kindly use the following URL for further assistance: https://hire.simplify.hr/ContactUs
The IIE's Vega School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act.
