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Lecturer (Part-Time) : Game Design

Lecturer (Part-Time) : Game Design

Vega SchoolJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
14 days ago
Job description

Overview

Lecturer (Part-Time) : Game Design at Vega School. This role involves delivering game design modules, guiding and supporting students, and participating in academic activities as part of Emeris teaching staff.

Direct Reporting Line

Head : Academic

Emeris consolidates resources and expertise from IIE Varsity College, IIE MSA, IIE-Vega School, and IIE School of Hospitality & Service Management, with a unified approach to ensure consistent standards of excellence in teaching, learning, and student support.

Module

Game Design (GADS6221)

Job Purpose

Lecture based on provided content, ensure students are guided and supported in their learning. Mark student submissions and engage with campus teaching and learning.

Key Performance Areas

  • Prepare for lectures based on provided content. Supplement content with own expertise. Deliver assigned modules to the stated outcomes and contracted hours.
  • Mark student assessments and provide constructive feedback.
  • Support student academic success by implementing workshops where needed.
  • Perform academic admin, such as capturing assessment marks and reporting on student success.
  • Provide content feedback. Engage with professional development opportunities and attend initial training sessions.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

  • Ideal : Honours Degree / Masters in a design field, such as BCIS Multimedia, Bachelor of Film Arts (Game Design) or Digital Arts with relevant work experience in the Game Design industry.
  • Alternatively : Honours degree in Digital Design, Media, Graphic Design, Multimedia, or a related field with creative development or programming experience relevant to second-year level game design.
  • Minimum Work Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of industry experience in game design or related creative fields. Proven ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and platforms (mobile and desktop). Strong portfolio demonstrating engagement with the full game design process, including conceptualisation, prototyping, iteration, and final execution.
  • Preferred Skills

  • Expertise in Design Thinking and Creative Strategy for problem-solving and critical engagement.
  • Experience designing for various genres and platforms (mobile, PC, etc.).
  • Familiarity with tools such as Unity, Unreal, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or other relevant design software.
  • Ability to mentor students in both theoretical and practical aspects of game design.
  • Working Conditions

    This is an Independent Contractor role.

    Application Response

  • Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.
  • Technical Support

  • Should you experience technical difficulties applying for the position, please use the following URL for assistance :
  • Emeris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.

    Closing Date : 19 December 2025

    Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Part-time
  • Job function

  • Education and Training
  • Industries

  • Higher Education
  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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