Game Programming Trainer - AIE Canberra - Part-Time

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) has earned much recognition as a leading educator for the game development, 3D animation and visual effects (VFX) industries with campuses in Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney, Seattle, Lafayette and Online.

AIE Canberra is looking for a Programming Trainer with industry experience to come and join the team and help train the next generation of game programmers and developers.

AIE's Game Programming course is a strongly practical and intensive course that focuses on industry-standard skills and knowledge. Strong communication skills, a team orientated attitude and commercial games programming development experience are essential. The successful applicant will be working within a supportive and highly skilled team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Delivering the course content for the Advanced Diploma and/or associates courses using a combination of lecture style sessions and practical tutorials
• Planning, creation and development of new course materials
• Reviewing, as part of a team, current curriculum and updating as required
• Advising and assisting students on both programming and technical issues
• Monitoring student progress including attendance, course competencies, informal and formal assessment
• Evaluating student course work in both practical and theory exercises

Essential:

• Detailed, practical, up-to-date knowledge of C++ and C# for game programming and the application of middleware. *
• Ability to keep knowledge current with industry standards and further own learning as required
• A degree or higher qualification in a relevant area and with industry experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team

Desirable:

• Prior teaching experience an advantage
• Formal qualification in a relevant area
• Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Please note:

• This is full time position with a 5-month probation period.
• Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
• Applicants need to be able to apply for, or currently hold, a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

*Prospective candidates are encouraged to provide a portfolio, at time of interview, showcasing their proficiency in C++

To find out more get in touch with Lea Michael, Head of School – Canberra and Online Campus on (02) 6162 5133 or [email protected]