Position Information

Position Title

AVFX Technician Position(s) - Casual, Multiple

Position Summary

Animation and Visual Effects Technicians support the technical aspects of the Animation and Visual Effects program. The focus of this position is on assisting students and faculty with a primary focus on the online cohort of students and support of online students.

The Casual AVFX Technicians specifically provide support within various Animation & Visual Effects first, second-, and third-year courses; such support normally consists of 2-6 hours of support per week per course. Hours and courses may vary from week to week. Technicians will be assigned specific courses based on alignment with course needs.

Position Responsibilities

- Supports AVFX class activities including practical work and ensure proper support for student learning under the guidance of the instructor of record.
- Focuses on supporting students in the online student cohort. This may consist of time in classes supporting students in the use of software, monitoring class messages, answering technical questions, or escalating support to the Instructor as needed.
- Assists students to use animation and visual effects applications and software packages and their features in the completion of class projects or assignments.
- Answers questions as appropriate, referring students to faculty when related to classroom content.
- Answers technical questions from students and/or faculty.
- Helps AVFX students understand how to use software and pieces of technical equipment safely and effectively.
- Assists faculty with technical aspects of project delivery and process demonstration.
- Identifies, diagnoses, analyzes, troubleshoots,



and resolves all technical hardware and software issues.
- Identifies and escalates situations requiring immediate attention.
- Additional duties as discussed with the Associate Dean relevant to the position.

Required Qualifications

- Completion of a one-year college certificate, one-year university or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

- Preferred candidate(s) would be a third (3rd) or fourth (4) year AVFX student.
- Three (3) year degree, three years of university in an AVFX related area.
- Experience with animation software.

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

$29.51 per hour

Benefits and Compensation Information An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic(RDP) provides more than 100 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands.



This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2026-A-142

Employment Type

Casual

Number of Vacancies

Multiple

Desired Start Date

09/04/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

12/09/2026

FTE

Hours of Work

Open Date

08/23/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working setting where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

At RDP, we are committed to a merit-based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identities, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.

If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience and potential to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected].

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required Documents

- Cover Letter

- Resume

Optional Documents

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