Direct Reporting Line: Head: Academic Vega School is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE). The IIE Vega School, Pretoria Campushas a vacancy for a Part-time Lecturer for the second semester in: Digital Design User Experience Design Competencies Required: Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills Excellent Presentation Skills Assertiveness and dynamism Understanding of customer service in education Demonstrate an ability to manage work and self proactively. Online Technology&Communication Skills Effective Classroom Management Minimum Qualification Requirements: Ideal: Honours Degree / Masters in Digital Design, Multimedia Design, Digital Arts, or Interaction Design Alternatively: Honours Degree / Masters in Graphic Design or Information Design, BIS Hons or Masters in Multimedia, with at least 3 years experience as a digital designer in a design studio or advertising agency MUST show evidence of experience as a Digital Designer. Work Experience Requirements: At least 3 years of industry experience, with a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to conceptualising and crafting various kinds of brand communication, marketing, and advertising. A solid foundation in UI, UX and Interaction design, 2D and 3D animation, video post-production, and Visual Effects is key. The candidate is required to have a layered portfolio demonstrating her/his ability to engage with complex design challenges and his/her experience and knowledge of the skills listed above. Computer literacy is essential, experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required for academic administration and delivery. High proficiency of the Adobe Creative Suite, industry-standard 3D modelling and animation software, and use of Html5, CSS3, and JavaScript for web design are prerequisites. Working Conditions: Please note that this is an Independent Contractor role Positions are part-time, with lectures taking place between 08:00 and 17:00, Monday to Friday CVs should be a maximum of two pages On your covering page, please specify your availability to lecture, as well as the subject areas in which you are qualified to lecture Provide a motivational letter as well as certified copies of your transcript(s), qualifications, and ID Where applicable, details of work permit must be included in your application Owing to the volume of CVs received, we may not be able to personally contact all applicants. Only individuals whose qualifications and skills most closely match the position requirements will be contacted for interviews. Preference will be given to South African Citizens and Permanent Residents of South Africa in possession of proof of permanent resident status and residing in Pretoria. Closing Date for Applications: 07 June 2024 The IIE's Varsity College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr