Instructor: Story and Narrative Development for Games
6 days ago
OCAD University is seeking a qualified instructor to teach a course on story and narrative development for games.
Course OverviewThis 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
- 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
$74.18 per hour, plus 6% in lieu of benefits and 4% in lieu of vacation
Terms of EmploymentThe contract is for the duration of the set development and delivery periods only and is subject to sufficient enrolment
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