Laguna College of Art + Design is seeking a full-time experienced Assistant Professor of Game Development. The College is located in an internationally recognized arts colony in Laguna Beach, California and offers a diversity of majors in Animation, Graphic Design and Digital Media, Fine Art, Game Development, Illustration, and Entertainment Design.

Position Summary:

This position reports to the Chair of the Game Development Program and will work alongside the Chair in the routine duties of the major. All full-time faculty members work collectively to drive the Game Development major into the future.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Teaches a full course load of 18 units per year and maintains regular on-campus office hours (classes may include: Game Design, Level Design, Introduction to Game Studies, Programming for Games, Game Engine Development, etc.)
2. Instructs, manages, and supervises students in classrooms through demonstrations, discussions, visual aids, field trips, individualized instruction, and lectures
3. Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study based on learning outcomes
4. Attends faculty senate meetings; serves on committees as assigned
5. Aids game students in obtaining their career goals while also exposing them to other opportunities that they may not have considered
6. Assists students in course scheduling
7. Assists department advisers, Chair, and other faculty in maintaining an exceptional game program with a positive learning environment
8. Participates in Admissions recruitment events such as portfolio days, student registration, LCAD Open House, New Student Events, and assists with transcript/portfolio evaluation of transfer students
9. Helps create connections with other LCAD majors and other schools
10. Works with Chair and Faculty in development of departmental policies, curriculum content, instructional standards, and evaluation methods
11. Participates in student assessment, including Advancement Review

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Requirements, Experience, and Education:

This individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This individual must have a desire to work in a team-oriented environment that serves a diverse population.

Education

Master’s degree, or commensurate education and experience

Experience

1. 3 years of teaching experience required, 5+ years of teaching experience preferred
2. 3+ shipped and published game projects preferred

Position Requirements

1. Game industry experience desired
2. Strong skills in design, documentation, and programming, as related to game development required
3. Some administrative supervisory experience preferred
4. Must be self-motivated, focused, proactive, and maintain a positive attitude
5. Ability to develop strong relationships with all levels of employees, management, students, industry open house participants, and community members required
6. Proficiency in working with game engines such as Unity, Unreal, (or equivalent) required
7. Proficiency in C#, C++, and other relevant languages utilized in game development required
8. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Suites preferred (or equivalent)
9. Demonstrated effectiveness as a culturally competent professional with broad experience interacting with and supporting the needs of a diverse student population and/or staff and faculty required
10. Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required
11. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team required
12. Excellent organizational skills required
13. Must be self-motivated, focused, and proactive
14. Excellent spelling, grammar, and editing skills required
15. Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced, demanding environment required
16. Experience in higher education preferred

Must be able to drive personal vehicle for business purposes and must pass DMV background check and have minimum insurance requirements as set by LCAD.

This individual will also be able to perform the following essential functions:

1. Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet
2. attendance requirements may preclude an individual from retaining employment.
3. Take and follow directions.
4. Work cooperatively with others.
5. Receive and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
6. Display a positive attitude.
7. Balance multiple tasks and priorities.
8. Performs other essential duties and tasks specific to the position.

Physical Essential Functions:

Sitting, typing, and moving from one place to another. Occasional bending, stooping, and squatting. This position takes place indoors in an office environment sitting at a desk and working in front of a computer. Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.

Classification and Status:

This is an exempt, full-time faculty position.

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, 403(b) retirement savings plan, paid sick time, life insurance/AD&D, long term disability, and LCAD tuition benefit.

Salary Range: $76,815.98 - $82,724.90 per year

Background Check:

This individual will be required to undergo a job-related background check, inclusive of employment and education verification. Some positions may require successful completion of a post-offer agility test. Employment is contingent on satisfactory results of the aforementioned, in addition to compliance with requirements cited in this job description.

At-Will Employment:

Employment with the College is “at-will” meaning that the terms of employment may be changed with or without notice, with or without cause, including but not limited to termination, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work. There is no agreement expressed or implied between the College and you for continuing or long-term employment. While the College has every hope that employment relationships will be mutually beneficial and rewarding, employees and the College retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at will, at any time, with or without cause. The President is the only person who can modify or alter the at-will employment relationship.

Benefits if applicable:

Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, 403(b) retirement savings plan, paid sick time, life insurance/AD&D, long term disability, LCAD tuition benefit, among other benefits. Waiting period may apply.

To Apply

Qualified applicants are required to submit a cover letter, current curriculum vitae,

artist/teaching statement, a link to an online portfolio of 20 examples of professional work and 20 examples of student work. Applicants may include examples of syllabi for courses taught and salary requirements. Full time position; salary commensurate with experience.

Please submit all requirements as attachments via email to hr@lcad.edu with the position “Assistant Professor of Game Development” listed in the subject heading. Please submit all required materials no later than January 16, 2026, for full consideration. Review of applications will begin thereafter and continue until position is filled.

Laguna College of Art + Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All applicants and employees have equal employment opportunities with Laguna College of Art + Design (“LCAD”) regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status, military or veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, political affiliation status, domestic violence victim status, reproductive health decision making, medical leave or other types of protected leave, use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace for California employees, any combination of the foregoing characteristics, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Employment shall be based solely on LCAD’s needs and the individual’s qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,815.98 - $82,724.90 per year

Work Location: In person

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