by Carole Epp | Nov 27, 2015 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday
The
School of Craft + Emerging Media at ACAD invites applications for the
position of Assistant/Associate Professor in Ceramics. The successful
candidate will be capable of teaching all forms of Ceramic practice
through core courses and studio supervision, including vessel,
sculptural, figurative, installation and performance. The candidate
will possess an active studio practice that will contribute to the
breadth of the program and demonstrate a critical and creative
engagement with contemporary discourse on Craft and Ceramics. In
combination with a collaborative spirit and professional commitment to
the field, experience in academic service, curricular innovation and
Ceramics’ studio management will be considered an asset.
Responsibilities include:
- Teach in all levels of the BFA and MFA in Craft Media program; studio and lecture/seminar courses
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Contribute
actively to curriculum development in the School of Craft + Emerging
Media and the strategic initiatives of ACAD’s Research and Academic
Affairs
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Maintain
research/studio practice and contribute to research and scholarship in
the field of contemporary craft, specifically ceramics
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Demonstrate a commitment to continuing pedagogical and academic excellence
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Provide
service to the Faculty and College governance framework, including
outreach activities that contribute to the academic life and profile of
the College
The successful candidate will have:
- An MFA
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A
minimum of three (3) years post-secondary teaching experience at the
graduate and undergraduate levels in studio, lecture, and seminar class
formats
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A minimum of three (3) years of research/studio practice outside of post-secondary education
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Sound
knowledge of ceramic technologies including wheel throwing,
hand-building, mold-making and casting, clay and glaze technology, and
kiln firing
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Experience with object design and digital fabrication technologies
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Experience teaching and working in interdisciplinary and/or trans-disciplinary contexts
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A comprehensive knowledge of Ceramics history, contemporary theory and discourse in ceramics practices
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A broad knowledge of history, theory and practice as it applies to Craft, Art and Design
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills
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The ability to facilitate collaboration in studio production or research
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Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management/organizational skills
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A community-minded and team oriented attitude
How to Apply
>>>Please
submit applications by clicking on the Apply Now tab at the bottom of
this page. The application must include a current cover letter, a
current CV, and the following:
Applications must be submitted in a single PDF document.
Review of applications will begin on January 15th, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.
The
preferred method to submit your application is the “Upload Resume”
option. When uploading your file, combine all required material into a
single PDF document. Include all required support material in your PDF
document – incomplete submissions may not be considered. Please visit
ACAD’s How to Apply page to ensure your application is complete prior to submission.
Further information about the College is available on our website at www.acad.ca.
ACAD is an equal opportunity employer and is
strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We
welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of the
College. We
encourage expressions of interest from all qualified applicants for
consideration for this or other suitable vacancies although applications
from Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The
collection of personal information is for the purpose of determining
eligibility and suitability for employment as authorized by the Freedom
of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act, section 33(c). If
you have any questions about the collection of your information, please
contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (403)284-7683.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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by Carole Epp | Nov 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
Schedule:
Tuesday 9 am to noon Throwing demonstration
Lunch with the fourth years
Tuesday afternoon 2 pm to 5 pm Group critique with fourth
years
Wednesday morning 9 am to noon:
continuation of wheel demonstration
Lunch with third years
2 pm Artist
presentation in Annex C followed by continuation of demo
Thursday 9 am to noon; demonstration on
slips and glazing
Lunch with faculty
Thursday 2 – 5 studio visits with the third
years
Thursday Evening Pub night
by Carole Epp | Mar 31, 2015 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
Tracking Code
1415-DE-FT-30
Job Description
The Alberta College of Art + Design (ACAD) is committed to an
academic studio-based education for students in fine art, design, craft
and digital media. The result is a rigorous studio program, which
produces critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, and artists with
well-defined practices. ACAD is a leading centre for education and
research; a catalyst for creative inquiry and cultural development. We
engage the world and create possibilities.
Calgary, the cultural capital of Canada for 2012, is situated at the
foothills of the Rocky Mountains. ACAD, an integral part of Canada,
Alberta and Calgary’s cultural community, offers four year bachelor’s
programs and is developing our first graduate program. The College is
developing an exciting long term vision that reaffirms its educational
mission within an arts and cultural context where design and creativity
are keys to the cultural prosperity agenda.
The Alberta College of Art + Design (ACAD) welcomes applications for
the following position commencing in the fall semester of the 2015-2016
academic year:
The Role
This is a nine (9) month appointment over two (2) terms commencing August 20, 2015 to May 31, 2016.
To complement existing instructional resources, this position will
instruct four (4) six (6) hour-long studio courses at all levels of the
undergraduate BFA in Ceramics program. Salary will be commensurate with
experience and education, and will be as per our current salary schedule
for Sessional Faculty. In addition, the successful candidate will
receive a stipend of $16,000.00 towards research and studio practice and
will be required to report and present on research activities as well
as mount an exhibition of their studio practice and research at the
college.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have an MFA or an equivalent degree or
combination of education and professional experience in ceramics,
previous teaching experience, a professional exhibition record as a
ceramist, excellent technical skills and a wide knowledge of all aspects
of the discipline, with a particular regard for the international
ceramics profession. Applicants with a studio practice and teaching
experience in sculptural/experimental /interdisciplinary approaches to
ceramics are particularly sought for this academic year.
The successful candidate will be community-oriented; comfortable
interacting with students, faculty, artists, and the public; and
demonstrate a balanced approach between research, practice, and
pedagogy. The incumbent will be expected to participate in Ceramics
program activities and administrative workload.
Please submit applications electronically by April 10, 2015 via our careers page at https://acadcareers.silkroad.com/. Only applications submitted electronically will be considered.
Submission instructions:
Applications should consist of a single PDF document including: a
letter of application; current curriculum vitae; artist statements
outlining philosophies and practices regarding teaching and studio
practice; a digital portfolio of your recent studio work containing
twenty (20) images accompanied by a corresponding numbered list
including titles, medium and size; a statement on your proposed research
topic (topics can include explorations in creative practice, technical
process, content development, etc.); and the names and contact
information for three (3) professional references.
Further information about the College and this position is available
on our website at www.acad.ca. ACAD is an equal opportunity employer and
is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We
welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of the
College. We encourage expressions of interest from all qualified
applicants for consideration for this or other suitable vacancies
although applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents
will be given priority.
The collection of personal information is for the purpose of
determining eligibility and suitability for employment as authorized by
the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act, section
33(c). If you have any questions about the collection of your
information, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Position Type
Temporary APPLY HERE
by Carole Epp | Mar 29, 2015 | Uncategorized
Master of Fine Arts in Craft Media
Pursue your MFA at the intersection of contemporary craft discourse and professional practice.
ACAD’s Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Craft Media is a
cross-disciplinary degree that facilitates high-level creative research
in the context of emerging craft discourses.
Participants are provided with an immersive opportunity to experiment
with materials and engage with ideas and will be challenged to push the
boundaries of what is possible in the generation and application of
original knowledge.
The Research and Graduate Studies Office (RGSO) will be pleased to respond to specific inquiries via [email protected].
http://www.acad.ca/mfa.html
