Thu Oct 15, 2015 00:00

Sacramento, California
United States of America

Announcement of Vacancy
Tenure Track Position in New Media Art (Assistant Professor level)
Beginning Fall 2016 Semester

Assignment: Teach courses in New Media Art at all levels from introductory to advanced (first year to graduate students); teach additional courses in Studio Art as needed, such as Senior Seminar and Graduate Seminar; and assist with academic advising, mentoring, and curriculum development. All Studio Art faculty are expected to maintain an active exhibition record; participate fully in administrative responsibilities for the department including serving on departmental, college, and university committees, outreach, development, and program building; facilitate the integration of the University into the cultural life of the community; and be committed to the cultural enrichment of the Sacramento region. For information about the Art Department and its programs, go to: http://www.al.csus.edu/art/

Special Knowledge and Abilities: Candidates must have a strong conceptual grasp of contemporary practice, theory and the history of New Media Art; active studio practice and teaching defined as a combination of the following: interactive media; generative art; creative coding; physical computing; video installation; experimental forms of 2D or 3D animation; 3D modeling and digital fabrication; augmented reality/virtual reality platforms; sound art; experimental games; and web-based art.

Education: An MFA in New Media Art or an MFA in Studio Art, earned by August 2016.

Experience and Qualifications: Teaching experience in New Media Art at the college level beyond the level of Teaching Associate/Teacher of Record is preferred (Teaching Associate/Teacher of Record experience as a graduate student will be considered), demonstrated ability to build critical dialog and promote inventiveness in the studio classroom; demonstrated success teaching diverse populations in diverse communities; an active and strong exhibition record; demonstrated ability to serve on departmental and university committees.

Application Procedure: Internal applicants can apply by logging on MySacState and selecting “Employee Center.” External applicants must apply through the Sacramento State jobs website located at http://www.csus.edu/about/employment. On this site, select “Faculty, Staff and Management,” then “External Applicants,” then “Faculty, Staff, and Management Opportunities at Sacramento State.” Selecting “Instructions” will access the “External Applicant User Guide” PDF. For a list of Tenure Track Faculty positions only, select “Faculty” at the top of the page listing “Employment Opportunities.” The job I.D. number is 101437. Priority review of applications will begin on October 15, 2015. The position is open until filled.

Application materials posted on the Sacramento State jobs website must include:
A cover letter with a statement about the applicant’s teaching philosophy and creative practice; a current curriculum vitae; list of college courses taught; unofficial copies of academic transcripts (an official transcript of the highest degree earned will be required if the applicant is invited for a campus interview); and the names, e- mail addresses and phone numbers of four professional references who can comment on the applicant's teaching ability and artistic practice.

The cover letter must include a URL containing:
1. Link to 20 sample artist works (image and video documentation as applicable) with captions beneath each work for year, size, media, and a short description for each work presented.
Video documentation should not exceed 10 minutes total
2. Link to 20 sample student works (image and video documentation as applicable) with captions beneath each work for year, size, media, course, and a short description for each work presented. Video documentation should not exceed 10 minutes total
3. Link to three sample syllabi
Work that is not formatted or organized correctly will not be reviewed.

For further information, contact Professor Rachel Clarke (rclarke@csus.edu).

Mon Dec 08, 2014 12:00

Sacramento, California
United States of America

Beginning Fall 2015 Semester

Special Knowledge and Abilities: Candidates must have a strong conceptual grasp of contemporary practice, theory and the history of New Media Art. Active studio practice and teaching should include a combination of the following: video installation; experimental forms of 2D or 3D animation; interactive media; generative art; creative coding; physical computing; 3D modeling and digital fabrication; augmented reality/virtual reality platforms; sound art; experimental games; and web-based art.

Assignment: Teach courses in New Media Art at all levels from introductory to advanced (freshman to graduate students). Teach additional courses in Studio Art, such as Senior Seminar and Graduate Seminar. Other duties include academic advising, mentoring, and curriculum development. The new hire will also assist with the review and redesign of an introductory studio survey course possibly in a hybrid or online setting. All Studio Art faculty are expected to maintain an active exhibition record; participate fully in administrative responsibilities for the department including serving on departmental, college, and university committees, outreach, development, and program building; facilitate the integration of the University into the cultural life of the community; and be committed to the cultural enrichment of the Sacramento region. For information about the Art Department and its programs, go to: http://www.al.csus.edu/art/

Education: An MFA in New Media Art / MFA in Studio Art, earned by August 1, 2014.

Experience and Qualifications: A minimum of three years teaching experience in New Media Art at the college level (beyond the TA level); the ability to build critical dialog and promote inventiveness in the studio classroom; experience in teaching diverse populations; an active and strong exhibition record.

Application Procedure: Internal applicants can apply by logging on MySacState and selecting “Employee Center.” External applicants must apply through the Sacramento State jobs website located at http://www.csus.edu/about/employment. On this site, select “Faculty, Staff and Management,” then “External Applicants,” then “Faculty, Staff, and Management Opportunities at Sacramento State.” Selecting “Instructions” will access the “External Applicant User Guide.” For a list of Tenure Track Faculty positions only, select “Faculty” at the top of the page listing “Employment Opportunities.”

The review of applications will begin on December 8, 2014. The position will remain open until filled.

Application materials posted on the Sacramento State jobs website must include:
A cover letter with a statement about the applicant’s teaching philosophy and creative practice; a current curriculum vitae; list of college courses taught; unofficial copies of academic transcripts (an official transcript of the highest degree earned will be required if the applicant is invited for a campus interview); and the names, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of four professional references who can comment on the applicant's teaching ability and artistic practice.

The cover letter must include a URL containing:
1. Link to 20 sample artist works (image and video documentation as applicable) with captions beneath each work for year, size, media, and a short description for each work presented. Video documentation of artist's work should not exceed 10 minutes total.
2. Link to 20 sample student works (image and video documentation as applicable) with captions beneath each work for year, size, media, course, and a short description for each work presented. Video documentation of student's work should not exceed 10 minutes total.
3. Link to three sample syllabi
Work that is not formatted or organized correctly will not be reviewed.

For further information, contact the Art Department or Professor Rachel Clarke (rclarke@csus.edu).

Mon Dec 08, 2014 12:00

Sacramento, California
United States of America

Beginning Fall 2015 Semester

Assignment: Coordinate the Art Department’s Pre-Credential Program; teach Art Education methods courses to undergraduate Art majors, Liberal Studies majors, and Child Development majors; teach aesthetics and art criticism course to Art majors. The new applicant will be responsible for developing a field experience course for Art Education students that has an intercultural or multicultural focus. Student teacher supervision may be included. Other duties include academic advising; assessing art portfolios of applicants to the Single Subject Teaching Credential program; curriculum development; and community outreach. All Art faculty are expected to maintain a professional research and/or exhibition record; serve on departmental, college, and university committees; facilitate the integration of the University into the cultural life of the community; and to be committed to the cultural enrichment of the Sacramento region.

For information about the Art Department and its programs, go to: http://www.al.csus.edu/art/

Education: Earned doctorate in Art Education (by August 2015).

Qualifications: Minimum of three years (or equivalent) of K-12 teaching experience; active and ongoing research in Art Education and/or creative work as a visual artist; knowledge of contemporary theories in Art Education; knowledge of state and national standards for art education and teaching art in the K-12 schools; familiarity with the application of current and emerging technologies to Art Education; expertise in studio teaching practices; a minimum of two years of experience in teaching college-level courses in Art Education methods; and active membership in professional Art Education organizations at the state and national levels. Applicants also should have teaching experience with diverse populations.

Application Procedure: Internal applicants can apply by logging on MySacState and selecting “Employee Center.” External applicants must apply through the Sacramento State jobs website located at http://www.csus.edu/about/employment. On this site, select “Faculty, Staff and Management,” then “External Applicants,” then “Faculty, Staff, and Management Opportunities at Sacramento State.” Selecting “Instructions” will access the “External Applicant User Guide.” For a list of Tenure Track Faculty positions only, select “Faculty” at the top of the page listing “Employment Opportunities.”

The review of applications will begin on December 8, 2014. The position will remain open until filled.

Application materials posted on the Sacramento State jobs website must include: a cover letter that includes a statement about the applicant’s teaching philosophy and scholarly/creative interests; a current curriculum vitae; a list of college courses taught; unofficial copies of academic transcripts (an official transcript of the highest degree earned will be required if the applicant is invited for a campus interview); and the names and full contact information (including e-mail address) of four professional references, at least two of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability.

Supporting materials filed separately using a file-sharing website (e.g., Dropbox.com) must include: 2-3 sample syllabi for college courses taught; a sample of recent scholarship (such as a dissertation chapter, conference paper, or an article accepted for publication), 20 JPG images of the applicant’s own work (if applicable), and 20 JPG images of student work (if available). Organize all support materials by folders. Include a separate document listing the context for all digital images. File size for images should be between 1MB and 3MB. Image dimension should be approximately 2200 x 1700 pixels (within 100 pixels). If media is time based, applicants must provide an abbreviated version (less than 3 minutes). A link to the file-sharing website must be included in the cover letter.

For further information, contact the Art Department or Professor Andrew Connelly (connelly@csus.edu).

Sun Dec 01, 2013 00:00

Chigago, Illinois
United States of America

Thursday 13th February 2:30 – 5:00pm at The Center for Book and Paper, Columbia College, Chicago

3D Printing Panel and Roundtable Discussion
Roundtable chairs: Tom Burtonwood and Rachel Clarke.

Call for Panelists: if you wish to be considered for a rapid-fire panel presentation (There will be 10 presentations, each 6:40 mins) please send five jpeg images, a 1 paragraph bio, and a 1-2 paragraph description of your 3D print activities to: Rachel Clarke and Tom Burtonwood (rclarke@csus.edu and tburtonwood@gmail.com) by Dec 1, 2013

Call for Questions/topics: please send topics/questions for the discussion in advance to the emails above.

About the Panel and Roundtable
A massive expansion of 3D printing in the prosumer market has made it possible for artists and designers to use 3D print technologies in their practice. This evolution began with the development of expensive commercial print services to which files could be sent for production — services that expanded due to the availability of a growing variety of printing materials.

With the advent of open source 3D printers, such as the RepRap project, the cost of this technology has come down significantly, opening up this sector to makers, hackers, hobbyists and educators. This in turn ignited the explosion of consumer facing brands and systems such as Makerbot, Printrbot and Ultimaker.

As the price of printers decreases, many art / technology / new media departments in colleges and Universities have acquired a 3D printer or are planning to purchase one. This roundtable is an opportunity to explore and discuss the emerging field of 3D printing in the art and technology / studio art context, with particular focus on pedagogy.

● What are best practices for 3D printing in the curriculum?
● What are the obstacles to establishing a successful integration of 3D printing into the curriculum?
● What types of machines are available and what do they do?
● What safety concerns are there, what standards should be adopted or followed?

In addition to pedagogical concerns, artists/designers can discuss how they integrate 3D printing into their practice, and how 3D printing has changed their work:

● How does art practice and 3D pedagogy intersect?
● What new practices are emerging from the blurring of distinctions between the virtual realm and the physical one?

The concurrent 3D print show, Art2Make at Columbia College’s Center for Book and Paper provides a context for what is possible and how 3D printing is being adopted as a medium.

Who is the Roundtable for?
The 3D printing roundtable welcomes artists and designers who are conversant with 3D CG and 3D printing, educators who are using 3D printing, artists and educators who are beginning to explore the possibilities of these technologies, AND those who are simply curious about this emerging technology.

Panel and Roundtable format:
Introduction / rapid fire presentations by panelists / questions and group discussion / breakout sessions / conclusions

This event is sponsored by the College Art Association's New Media Caucus

Mon Nov 15, 2010 00:00 - Mon Nov 15, 2010

United States of America

DYNAMIC COUPLING

How can one navigate an art career based upon collaborative practice? And an academic career where collaboration is pivotal…how can it work? These are some of the many questions our fall 2010 edition guest editors, Jessica Westbrook and Adam Trowbridge, a successful collaborating couple themselves, asked a group of established artist-couples working in new media.

The responses are at times fascinating, intimate and humorous-as we are given a rare glimpse into these artists’ worlds through their shared practice-and at others, informative and thought provoking, as they recount their experiences and describe the advantages and difficulties of “dynamic coupling”.

This edition poses timely questions relating to both the making and teaching of new media. It seems that of all art practices, new media lends itself best to collaboration and shared expertise. Yet while the art world can adapt quickly to evolutions in working modes (embracing them as novel and interesting) the financial and structural model of academia make it less agile in responding to changes that could shift teaching philosophies and curricula in such new directions, re-shaping the way artists think, make and create.

Contributors: Shannon McMullen and Fabian Winkler, Petra Bachmaier and Sean Gallero of Luftwerk, Annette Barbier and Drew Browning of Un-real Estates, Margarita Benitez and Markus Vogl of // benitez\_vogl, Krista Birnbaum and David Politzer, Jon Brumit and Sarah Wagner, JonCates && Jake Elliot, Ben Chang and Silvia Ruzanka, Eva and Franco Mattes aka 0100101110101101.ORG, Sean Fletcher and Isabel Reichert, Tali Hinkis and Kyle Lapidus of LoVid, Sven Humphrey and Robyn Voshardt, Jennifer and Kevin McCoy, Stephan Hillerbrand and Mary Magsamen, of Hillerbrand+Magsamen, Leila Christine Nadir and Cary Peppermint, of ecoarttech, Julio Obelleiro and Casilda Sanchez, Ken Rinaldo and Amy Youngs, Jessica Westbrook and Adam Trowbridge.
Reviews: Pat Badani, Jim Jeffers and Daniël Ploeger

Rachel Clarke
Editor in Chief, Media-N
Fall 2010