"Assistant Professor Digital Arts, Game Arts 2026 (71102)"

About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:

• Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,
• Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives,
• Adaptable and resilient global stewards,
• Inquisitive and compassionate community members.

Description

The Department of Digital Arts at Pratt Institute invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Game Arts at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator in game design and a practicing artist. We seek applicants who have successfully demonstrated the ability to employ digital technologies in the field of games and play. A practice that reflects the relevance of game studies or the games industry to contemporary art is preferred.

The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of game design and programming in common game engines. Professional, artistic, or scholarly focus may otherwise include a broad set of interests and applications, including but not limited to: experimental games, independent games, open source software development, technical art, storytelling and narrative development, VFX approaches (motion capture, etc.), audio/music and games, virtual production, and collaborations with industry. Experience in the development and application of novel/experimental approaches to game arts-and where the field converges with other artistic approaches, social practice, and technological advances generally-is strongly encouraged. The successful candidate's practice will also include work that is informed by issues that are critically relevant to the field and society at large.

Examples of Duties

• Teach a range of Game Arts courses at the undergraduate level, including advanced programming courses
• Participate in curriculum revision and development and assessment
• Contribute to developing a strong culture of digital arts research, practice, and professional development in the department
• Maintain substantial creative accomplishments in digital arts and games
• Exhibit and/or showcase work and participate in professional symposia in order to shape conversations in the field, develop strong connections with peers, and bring findings back to the classroom and curricular discussions
• Advise and mentor students and student organizations
• Participate in committee work and other service to the department, the School of Art, and the Institute
• Work with the department chair to establish community partnerships

Qualifications

Applicants are expected to demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, pedagogical innovation, student-centered teaching, career paths for students, and a passion for contributing to the community on campus and beyond through service and interdisciplinary collaboration. A strong record of achievement that includes professional practice, research, scholarship and creative activity is required and should be demonstrated through a portfolio and record of production, exhibitions, presentations, publications, grants, awards, and partnerships.

Education:
An MFA or a terminal degree in Game Design, Digital Arts Practice, or any related area

Experience:

• Three or more years of teaching experience at the college level
• A record of professional accomplishment as demonstrated through a portfolio detailing teaching and practice, which might include: projects, productions, grants, awards, publications, presentations, and partnerships
• Strong understanding of historical and contemporary issues as they relate to art and design
• Demonstrated alignment of your research, scholarship, and work with the values of Pratt and the ability to communicate well with diverse populations;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Benefits:

Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)

Supplemental Information:

Please Note: We are currently unable to support new H-1B visas for candidates residing outside of the United States.

For best consideration please submit your application before January 8, 2026.

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• A cover letter addressing your qualifications as outlined in the position's responsibilities
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Ten examples of professional work
• Ten examples of student work
• Statement of teaching
• A statement demonstrating alignment of your research, scholarship, and work with the values of Pratt as described in this position description
• Names and contact details for three professional references

Department Description:

The Department of Digital Arts has a 35-year history in the artistic application of innovative technologies. It is consistently ranked as one of the top ten animation schools in the country and one of the top three on the East Coast. As a result of its focus on both fine arts and commercial careers, the department has alumni who have won Academy Awards, Emmys, and Guggenheims. Undergraduate and graduate thesis works have won numerous film awards, including Student Academy Awards. They have also been collected by significant institutions including the Whitney Museum of American Art.

The department offers BFA degrees in 2D Animation, 3D Animation, Art & Technology, and Game Arts, and MFA degrees in Interactive Arts and 3D Animation. The diverse department community includes over three hundred fifty undergraduates, fifty-sixty graduate students, eight full-time faculty, sixty part-time faculty, and a support staff of seven. The department's facilities are located in purpose-built spaces with a well-equipped resource center, motion capture lab, greenscreen room, state-of-the-art audio recording/post production studios, a stop-motion studio, a spatial computing lab, and an arcade.

About the School:

Pratt's School of Art provides a rigorous, student-centered education that encourages risk-taking and exploration. We are a dynamic community of students, faculty, and staff committed to meeting the challenges of the 21st century. Our programs develop through a mutual, sustained process of critique, articulation, and reflection, and foster an interdisciplinary environment that allows students to broaden their creative thinking and pursuits. Guided by outstanding faculty, students learn to integrate theory and practice, develop their creative voices, and actively engage with the world.

Values of Pratt:

We value candidates whose professional and academic experience demonstrate creative practices and innovative pedagogical approaches, as well as effective and inclusive communication skills. We especially value candidates who are eager to participate fully in the intellectual, cultural, and community life of Pratt. Located on Pratt's historic campus in the culturally diverse neighborhood of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, we are committed to advancing our institutional values in both our curriculum and our community. We welcome applicants whose teaching, research, and creative practice will expand these commitments and enrich the experiences of our students, faculty, and staff.

Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:
- Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers
- Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives
- Adaptable and resilient global stewards
- Inquisitive and compassionate community members

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.