Auxiliary Game Design Bootcamp Instructor - Toronto - Circuit Stream Inc.

Description

Circuit Stream is a leader in future technology training and learning content. Our mission is to help expand the future technology creator space. We do this by building world‑class educational services that focus on making it easier for people and organizations around the world to learn the skills needed to leverage the power of future skills.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Auxiliary Game Design with Unreal Engine Bootcamp Instructor to join our team as a substitute instructor. The ideal candidate should possess a strong foundation in Unreal Engine for prototyping purposes. The Auxiliary Game Design with Unreal Engine Instructor role is a casual/part‑time contractor opportunity to sub classes when requested. Our Auxiliary Instructors get first access to Instructor roles as opportunities become available.

This position is open to candidates based in Eastern Canada and is 100% remote. The Auxiliary Instructor should have availability from 6:30–9:00 pm Eastern Time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Preference will be given to candidates in Ontario and Quebec.

Responsibilities

• When subbing, prepare and lead engaging and comprehensive classroom sessions, labs, and hands‑on projects related to game design, utilizing a learner‑centered approach.
• Showcase proficiency in using Unreal Engine for game prototyping, offering demonstrations and tutorials to students, or actively learn and apply Unreal Engine prototyping skills.
• Share real‑world experiences, case studies, and insights from the game development industry to offer students a holistic understanding of the field.
• Stay updated with industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in game design to continuously enhance your own skills and instruction techniques.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in the game development industry, with a proven track record of successful game design projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Game Design, Game Development, Computer Science, or a related field of education.
• Proficiency in game design principles, mechanics, and narrative. Demonstrable experience with Unreal Engine for game prototyping or a strong commitment to rapidly acquire this skill.
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to convey complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner. Previous instructor or TA experience is considered an asset.
• Innate creative thinking and the ability to inspire and nurture creativity in students.
• Strong understanding of playtesting methodologies and iterative player‑centric design processes, and the ability to guide students in implementing these principles.
• A passion for guiding and mentoring students, fostering their growth, and providing meaningful feedback.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving curriculum needs, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
• A collaborative attitude, eager to contribute to a positive and supportive team environment.
• A proactive attitude towards ongoing professional development and a willingness to learn and stay up‑to‑date with industry advancements.
• A strong portfolio of game design projects or relevant work to showcase your skills and experience.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates cross‑cultural agility and commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Displays strong customer focus
• Is results driven, and has a goal‑oriented mindset
• Demonstrates perseverance
• Solves problems effectively
• Writes and communicates effectively for a variety of audiences

Our Values (Part of everything we do)

• Curiosity: We believe in asking questions, listening to new ideas, and gathering feedback from our teammates and community, as their voices form the foundation of our work.
• Courage: To achieve great things requires accepting the risk of getting things wrong. We embrace this attitude and believe it's a mindset necessary to succeed and innovate.
• Ownership: We believe that how you do anything is how you do everything. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards and ensure our team and community can rely on us to deliver our absolute best at all times.
• Bias for Action: We move quickly and take action. We put our work out there early and often, knowing that we will iterate and improve over time. We value speed and keeping pace with innovation.
• Objective: When making decisions, we lead with data before opinions. Data creates transparency and alignment towards work with the largest impact.
• Open: We believe that fostering an open mindset where new ideas and perspectives from all backgrounds can be shared and exchanged is vital to realizing the enormous potential of ourselves and our collective ambition.
• Learner First: We stay grounded to the student's needs. When faced with a challenge, we start with the student and work backwards.

What's In It For You

• Integral member of a fast‑growing team and company
• Adhoc, part‑time/contractor set up so you can also have time for other freelance projects or a full time role
• Ability to work remotely
• Onboarding and training plus ongoing engagement opportunities available to our instructors
• Competitive fixed rate of $160 for every class covered

Join us in shaping the future of game design education and inspiring the next generation of game designers. Apply now to embark on this rewarding journey with us We strongly encourage you to include a link to your portfolio or relevant projects in your application.

What makes us different makes us stronger. We want our company to be a great place to work for everyone; where people feel safe, included, inspired, trusted, and supported so they can be, and bring, their best. We're committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace where unique perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and attributes are valued and utilized to help achieve better results. As an organization with operations across different geographies, we celebrate the fact that our workforce is made up of people with diverse demographics. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is fair, equitable and free of discrimination and harassment.

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