Dr. Tim Szetela

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Biography

Tim Szetela is a Lecturer in the Visual Arts program at Princeton University, where he has been teaching since Fall 2017. His artistic practice spans animation, design, and data visualization, with a focus on integrating various media formats, technologies, and coding into his work. Szetela's notable projects include the animation series 'Pattern Loops' and co-designing the game 'Rewordable', published by Penguin Random House. He has exhibited his artwork at several prestigious venues, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston, and his films have been featured in multiple international animation festivals. Szetela has previously taught at esteemed institutions such as Harvard University, the School of Visual Arts, and NYU, including their Shanghai campus. He is also involved in organizing exhibitions that sit at the intersection of art and science. Szetela's educational background includes a Master of Professional Studies in Interactive Telecommunications from NYU and a Bachelor of Arts in Visual & Environmental Studies from Harvard University.

Research Interests

Courses

Animation II Drawing Data Animation Freshman Seminar: Drawing Data

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
Application Checklist
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Application Fee
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.