Columbus College of Art and Design
Adjunct Instructor - Game Theory & Design
Columbus College of Art and Design, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43215
Adjunct Instructor - Game Theory & Design
The Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) is seeking a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for our Game Department to teach Game Theory & Design. This course introduces art students to fundamental concepts of game analysis and contemporary design theory. Students will explore core design concepts such as player agency, mechanics, metaphor, and accessibility through critical analysis of existing games. The course emphasizes theoretical foundations and analytical skills rather than physical prototyping. Key Course Topics: Critical analysis of game systems and mechanics Player agency and experience design Cultural and social contexts of games Theoretical frameworks for understanding games as media Contemporary issues in game design The successful candidate will guide students in developing a sophisticated understanding of game systems, foster thoughtful discussions on game aesthetics and cultural impact, and help students articulate how design choices affect player experience. Strong classroom management, discussion facilitation, and assessment skills are essential. Experience in game criticism, design theory, and familiarity with contemporary discourse in the field is required. This course is scheduled for in person sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00am - 10:45am (EST). The position will begin August 2025. Position: Adjunct Instructor, part-time Qualifications: A BFA/MFA in art or design with a focus on coding, game design, or technology will be considered. Experience teaching at the college level is desired, but not required. Application Deadline: Until Filled Date of Hire: Fall 25 A completed application will include: A cover letter that articulates the ways their experience fits the role, highlights their teaching philosophy, and discusses their experience teaching through a lens of cultural competency. A CV including names/contact details for three references Please direct any questions regarding the position to the search committee chair, Elizabeth Keegan,
ekeegan@ccad.edu . Review of applicants will begin on April 1, 2025, and applications will continue to be received and reviewed until the position is filled. About Columbus College of Art & Design: Columbus College of Art & Design teaches undergraduate and graduate students in the midst of a thriving creative community in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1879, CCAD is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States. CCAD offers nine BFA programs and a Master of Professional Studies in User Experience Design that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. Additionally, CCAD offers year-round community art classes for children and adults of all ages, led by local creators and designers skilled in their craft. For more information, visit ccad.edu.
About Columbus:
As the 14th largest city in the country and the largest and fastest-growing city in Ohio, Columbus is collaborative, open, and dynamic. Between incredible arts and entertainment, exciting collegiate and professional sports, and a spectacular downtown riverfront of sprawling greenspace, Columbus has something for everyone. Here, you'll find all the culture and amenities you'd expect in a major city, with the friendly and approachable attitude of the Midwest. Franklin County, where Columbus is located, is the epicenter of the state's political, economic, and social presence and is home to 1.3 million residents with a median age of 34. Columbus is a top city for equality and was the recipient of a perfect score from the Human Rights Campaign in 2020. And central Ohio is serious about higher education: the Columbus region is home to 52 college and university campuses, with 22,000 annual college graduates. Because CCAD is closely tied to the city's numerous art and design spaces and ever-expanding districts, you'll have plenty of places to experience creativity and showcase your own. EEO Statement: Columbus College of Art & Design ("CCAD") is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. CCAD is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment.
The Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD) is seeking a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor for our Game Department to teach Game Theory & Design. This course introduces art students to fundamental concepts of game analysis and contemporary design theory. Students will explore core design concepts such as player agency, mechanics, metaphor, and accessibility through critical analysis of existing games. The course emphasizes theoretical foundations and analytical skills rather than physical prototyping. Key Course Topics: Critical analysis of game systems and mechanics Player agency and experience design Cultural and social contexts of games Theoretical frameworks for understanding games as media Contemporary issues in game design The successful candidate will guide students in developing a sophisticated understanding of game systems, foster thoughtful discussions on game aesthetics and cultural impact, and help students articulate how design choices affect player experience. Strong classroom management, discussion facilitation, and assessment skills are essential. Experience in game criticism, design theory, and familiarity with contemporary discourse in the field is required. This course is scheduled for in person sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00am - 10:45am (EST). The position will begin August 2025. Position: Adjunct Instructor, part-time Qualifications: A BFA/MFA in art or design with a focus on coding, game design, or technology will be considered. Experience teaching at the college level is desired, but not required. Application Deadline: Until Filled Date of Hire: Fall 25 A completed application will include: A cover letter that articulates the ways their experience fits the role, highlights their teaching philosophy, and discusses their experience teaching through a lens of cultural competency. A CV including names/contact details for three references Please direct any questions regarding the position to the search committee chair, Elizabeth Keegan,
ekeegan@ccad.edu . Review of applicants will begin on April 1, 2025, and applications will continue to be received and reviewed until the position is filled. About Columbus College of Art & Design: Columbus College of Art & Design teaches undergraduate and graduate students in the midst of a thriving creative community in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1879, CCAD is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States. CCAD offers nine BFA programs and a Master of Professional Studies in User Experience Design that produce graduates equipped to shape culture and business at the highest level. Additionally, CCAD offers year-round community art classes for children and adults of all ages, led by local creators and designers skilled in their craft. For more information, visit ccad.edu.
About Columbus:
As the 14th largest city in the country and the largest and fastest-growing city in Ohio, Columbus is collaborative, open, and dynamic. Between incredible arts and entertainment, exciting collegiate and professional sports, and a spectacular downtown riverfront of sprawling greenspace, Columbus has something for everyone. Here, you'll find all the culture and amenities you'd expect in a major city, with the friendly and approachable attitude of the Midwest. Franklin County, where Columbus is located, is the epicenter of the state's political, economic, and social presence and is home to 1.3 million residents with a median age of 34. Columbus is a top city for equality and was the recipient of a perfect score from the Human Rights Campaign in 2020. And central Ohio is serious about higher education: the Columbus region is home to 52 college and university campuses, with 22,000 annual college graduates. Because CCAD is closely tied to the city's numerous art and design spaces and ever-expanding districts, you'll have plenty of places to experience creativity and showcase your own. EEO Statement: Columbus College of Art & Design ("CCAD") is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. CCAD is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment.