Lecturer – Media Arts & Animation

Khibrad Recruitment Agency is recruiting a qualified and experienced Lecturer in Media Arts & Animation on behalf of a reputable higher education institution in Mogadishu, Somalia.

1. Job Details

Position: Lecturer – Media Arts & Animation
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia (National) / Remote (International)
Employment Type: Hourly-Based
Teaching Mode: On-Campus for National Lecturers / Online-Remote for International Lecturers
Minimum Academic Qualification: Master's Degree in the Relevant Field
Recruitment Agency: Khibrad Recruitment Agency

2. Job Summary

The successful candidate will deliver undergraduate teaching in media arts, animation, digital design, visual storytelling and related creative disciplines. The lecturer should combine strong theoretical knowledge with practical, project-based instruction in digital media production, animation techniques, visual communication and industry-standard creative tools.

The ideal candidate will support students in developing technical proficiency, artistic creativity, critical thinking and professional portfolio development while promoting ethical media practices, copyright compliance and responsible use of digital technologies.

3. Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, practical workshops, demonstrations and project-based learning activities in assigned media arts and animation subjects.
• Teach relevant areas such as 2D and 3D animation, digital illustration, character design, storyboarding, visual storytelling, motion graphics, multimedia production, digital painting and visual effects.
• Deliver instruction in graphic design, typography, colour theory, composition, drawing fundamentals, digital photography and visual communication where relevant to the programme.
• Introduce students to animation principles, character development, scene composition, modelling, texturing, lighting, rigging, rendering and animation production workflows.
• Teach relevant software and tools, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Blender, Autodesk Maya or other industry-standard applications, depending on course requirements and available resources.
• Develop teaching materials, practical exercises, assignments, production briefs and creative projects aligned with programme learning outcomes.
• Guide students through the complete creative production process, from concept development and research to storyboarding, design, animation, editing and final presentation.
• Design and assess examinations, practical assignments, animation projects, portfolios, presentations and collaborative productions, providing constructive feedback.
• Supervise student projects, short films, animated sequences, multimedia productions, capstone projects and internships where assigned.
• Encourage experimentation, original thinking, visual problem-solving and the development of professional creative portfolios.
• Teach responsible use of digital assets, intellectual property, copyright, licensing, attribution and ethical content production.
• Introduce relevant developments in digital media, interactive storytelling, emerging animation technologies and artificial intelligence tools where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate attendance, assessment and academic records and submit reports within required timelines.
• Contribute to curriculum development, academic quality assurance, research, exhibitions, creative showcases and relevant industry engagement.
• Support collaboration with professionals in animation, film, advertising, digital content creation, gaming and other related creative industries.

4. Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

• A minimum Master's degree in Media Arts, Animation, Digital Media, Multimedia Design, Graphic Design, Film Production, Visual Communication, Computer Animation or a closely related discipline from a recognised university.
• A relevant Bachelor's degree in media arts, animation, graphic design, digital media, fine arts, film production or a related field.
• Relevant university or college teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Professional experience in animation production, digital design, film, multimedia, visual effects, motion graphics or other relevant creative industries is an advantage.
• Demonstrated proficiency in relevant creative software and digital production workflows.
• A strong creative portfolio demonstrating relevant artistic, design, animation or multimedia production skills.
• Experience supervising student projects, creative productions, research or portfolio development is desirable.
• Knowledge of copyright, intellectual property, digital ethics and responsible media production is desirable.

5. Skills and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong artistic, creative and technical skills in media arts, animation or related disciplines.
• Ability to explain complex design principles, animation techniques and digital production processes clearly.
• Proficiency in relevant animation, illustration, design, video-editing or multimedia software.
• Strong visual storytelling, drawing, composition, concept development and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to deliver practical, engaging and project-based learning experiences.
• Strong portfolio development, project supervision and constructive assessment skills.
• Good communication, presentation, teamwork and academic writing skills.
• Awareness of current creative industry trends, emerging technologies and professional production standards.
• Commitment to academic integrity, originality, copyright compliance and ethical use of digital content.
• Reliability, organisation, adaptability and the ability to work collaboratively with academic and technical teams.

6. Employment Benefits

• Competitive hourly teaching rate based on qualifications, academic experience, professional expertise and the agreed appointment terms.
• Teaching schedule allocated according to course requirements, the academic timetable, lecturer availability and, where applicable, time-zone compatibility for online teaching.
• Opportunity to contribute to curriculum development, student mentoring, creative research, digital innovation and applied learning.
• Flexible academic environment supporting on-campus teaching for national lecturers and online/remote teaching for international lecturers.
• Opportunities to collaborate with academic colleagues, contribute to student creative showcases and support professional portfolio development.
• International lecturers will deliver assigned courses online/remotely from their country of residence through approved teaching platforms, subject to timetable, course and quality requirements.
• Potential for future teaching assignments subject to academic need, performance and availability.

7. Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Cover letter clearly stating the lecturer position applied for and summarising relevant teaching, creative, research and/or professional experience.
• Copies of Master's and Bachelor's degree certificates and academic transcripts.
• A portfolio of relevant work, such as animation projects, digital illustrations, graphic designs, motion graphics, short films, visual effects or multimedia productions. A portfolio link is acceptable where applicable.
• Copies of relevant professional certificates or other qualifications, where available.
• Evidence of university teaching, creative industry experience, research, project supervision or professional practice, where available.
• Contact details for at least two professional or academic referees.
• Copy of a valid national identification document or passport.

8. Who Can Apply

Qualified national and international applicants are encouraged to apply.

• National applicants: Expected to teach on campus in Mogadishu, Somalia.
• International applicants: Expected to teach online/remotely from their country of residence using approved teaching platforms.
• Candidates with strong academic backgrounds and relevant practical experience in animation, digital media, visual design, multimedia production or related creative disciplines are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Applicants should demonstrate practical competence through a portfolio or other evidence of relevant creative work.
• International applicants should have reliable internet access, a suitable computer and software setup for online teaching, and availability that aligns with the assigned class timetable.

9. How to Apply

Qualified candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to apply through the Khibrad Recruitment Agency Job Portal at jobs.khibrad.com.

Applicants should upload the required documents and clearly state “Lecturer – Media Arts & Animation” as the position applied for. Candidates are encouraged to include a portfolio link or samples of relevant creative work to demonstrate their practical skills and professional experience.

International applicants should also confirm their country of residence, time zone and general online-teaching availability. National applicants should confirm their availability to teach on campus in Mogadishu.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.