Chair, Experimental Animation

8 months ago


Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full time

**THIS APPOINTMENT IS OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT **OCAD UNIVERSITY** FACULTY MEMBERS WITH TENURE-TRACK OR TENURED STATUS.**

The Faculty of Art seeks a dynamic and collaborative academic leader to assume the role of the Chair of Experimental Animation. This position provides crucial leadership for faculty and students across diverse areas within the program, including moving image, sound, animation, and hybrid media practices. Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty of Art and working closely with the Associate Dean and other Faculty of Art Chairs, the Chair of Experimental Animation develops and implements new and revised courses, refining existing programming in line with the Academic Plan to improve the student experience, foster interdisciplinary learning, and advance inclusion for underrepresented individuals. The individual will also contribute to the management of the Digital Painting and Expanded Animation (DPXA/IMXA) specializations as they continue to operate in the Faculty of Art during the transition to Experimental (EXAN). The position will also contribute to ongoing collaborations with the Digital Futures program in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Additionally, the Chair will support the integration of Indigenous learning and connectivity in consultation with the Indigenous Visual Culture program (INVC). The Chair of Experimental Animation draws on their extensive studio practice, research, and commitment to contemporary art education and community engagement for this role.

**Summary of Responsibilities**:

- Provide academic leadership in designated program areas and support the implementation of the Academic Plan and strategic priorities of the University, including the Diversity & Equity Action Plan.
- Work closely with Associate Dean, Academic Affairs on the development of recruitment and retention strategy for designated programs, including monitoring of enrolment projections/targets and establishing admissions teams and criteria.
- Convene and Chair meetings with faculty and curriculum leaders to lead the review, development, and implementation of new and revised curriculum, as well as propose curricular and program changes to the Curriculum Committee of Faculty of Art.
- Participate in undergraduate program reviews in compliance with the OCAD U Institutional Quality Assurance Process (IQAP).
- Provide input in planning and preparation of the faculty annual operating budget, as well as oversee the accounts and provide periodic reports to the Dean regarding fiscal matters related to the program.
- Contribute to a collaborative environment and initiatives across faculties.
- Maintain an active research record and professional practice within the field of visual art.
- Provide service to the Faculty and University-wide governance system, as well as participate in building the University community and promoting the quality of student life and University culture.
- Academic Staffing and Planning:_
- In conjunction with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and the Manager, Faculty of Art Office, ensure business continuity by developing annual course scheduling and faculty assignments in the Experimental Animation program as well as Digital Painting and Expanded Animation program areas as needed.
- Oversee the work of curriculum leaders and faculty working on special projects and initiatives.
- Actively facilitate the faculty hiring process by coordinating and Chairing search committees for Sessional faculty appointments.
- In consultation with the Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, provide input in faculty performance reviews.
- Outreach and Fundraising:_
- Act as an ambassador and spokesperson Experimental Animation and DPXA/IMXA programs, working with the Dean and Executive Director & Advisor to the Provost, Partnerships, Outreach & Research on fundraising initiatives and creative leadership projects.
- Provide stewardship and continuity for existing relationships with donors and external partners/projects.
- Communication and Representation:_
- Work with the Dean, Associate Dean and other Chairs to communicate and consult regularly with students and faculty regarding matters pertaining to the designated programs and the faculty as a whole.
- Hold regular faculty and student office hours and provide monthly reports to the Dean.
- Liaise with various University offices and stakeholders and participate in academic committees and University governance.
- In conjunction with the Associate Dean, other Chairs, Studio Management, Program Technicians, Information Technology (IT) Services and Facilities, support the management of facilities and allocation of resources and address issues arising from studio, computer and classroom facilities and ensure Health and Safety
- Provide leadership and support for faculty and students through regularly scheduled meetings and events that maintain the health of the program.

**Qualifications**:

- Must currently hold a Tenured or Tenure-track appointment at OCAD Uni


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