Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona.

The College of Arts and Media offers exciting opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at our Phoenix campus.

Why Work at GCU:

• Education Benefits and Tuition Assistance
• 401(k)
• Employee Perks and Discounts
• Gym and Fitness Center
• Canyon Health & Wellness Center

GCU Traditional Campus located in Phoenix, AZ:

• Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Fall 2025 semester (09/02/2025 - 12/14/2025)

Course: Game Design

This course is an introduction to the conceptual thinking framework required for the conceptualization and design of games, whether analog or digital. This is not a programming or illustration course. Students will learn to understand game theory, present a game concept, why that concept will work with the audience, and what makes a compelling game for the user. Foundational digital tools will be introduced. 

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions while incorporating innovative teaching strategies.
• Engage students in cutting-edge technologies and industry trends.
• Assess student performance and mentor classroom success to prepare them for their chosen career path.
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in game art, Game or Graphic Design, Film, Illustration, or other creative field, scriptwriting or a business degree with industry experience. OR bachelor’s degree in game development or other related STEAM field.
• Minimum of 3 years working in the game design industry, broad skills in software used in the game industries including the Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Required: Portfolio or case studies of game production projects worked on by the candidate.
  Knowledge of the game theory, mechanics, player motivation and the game marketplace; the game production pipeline, game creative direction, ability to manage a creative team.
  • Please include a summary of your practical work experience within the game entertainment market, including analog, digital, and mobile.

Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:

• Your unofficial transcript for any applicable conferred graduate degrees

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