W2 Professor of Media Design, specializing in 3D Technical Direction | W2-Professur für Mediengestaltung, insb. 3D Technical Direction (Kennziffer 502)

Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft u. Medien Offenburg

Offenburg, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Jan 28, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This senior academic role involves leading and shaping the curriculum in Media Design, specifically focusing on 3D Technical Direction at Offenburg University of Applied Sciences. The successful candidate will be a creative and artistic professional responsible for teaching advanced topics like 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, simulation using industry-standard software (Maya, Blender, Houdini), and pipeline development. Key responsibilities include supervising 3D and media projects, integrating 3D content into film, games, and real-time applications, and overseeing VFX creation, potentially incorporating AI tools. The position requires a proven ability to inspire students with innovative, diversity-sensitive teaching methods, significant professional experience outside academia, and the capacity to contribute to applied research and development within an interdisciplinary media faculty.

Required Skills

Education

Doctorate or equivalent artistic/scientific achievements demonstrated through a portfolio of outstanding works in the design-technical field

Experience

  • At least 5 years of relevant full-time professional experience following the university degree
  • At least 3 years of professional experience outside the higher education sector
  • Experience in 3D production workflows and pipeline development
  • Pedagogical aptitude and experience in gender- and diversity-sensitive teaching approaches

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Appointment is subject to the provisions of Sections 49 and 50 of the Higher Education Act of Baden-Württemberg (LHG BW), typically starting as a probationary civil servant or via a fixed-term employment contract.