Instructor: Story and Narrative Development for Games

6 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada OCAD University Full time
Job Opportunity

OCAD University is seeking a qualified instructor to teach a course on story and narrative development for games.

Course Overview

This course examines the role of storytelling in driving video gameplay, evaluating and interpreting different story styles, and identifying themes and procedures for game ideas. Students will explore traditional narrative story processes, nonlinear narratives, alternative and experimental gaming narrative structures, and worldbuilding for games.

Responsibilities
  • Course preparation and delivery
  • Participation in instructor and program meetings
Qualifications
  • Post-secondary degree (Master's preferred) or comparable professional accomplishments
  • Expertise in game design and storytelling
  • Familiarity with art and design
  • Experience with curriculum development and delivery for adult learners
  • Experience with online course delivery is considered an asset
  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation/written communication skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity and diversity and experience promoting a respectful learning environment for students
Compensation

$74.18 per hour, plus 6% in lieu of benefits and 4% in lieu of vacation

Terms of Employment

The contract is for the duration of the set development and delivery periods only and is subject to sufficient enrolment



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