Senior Lecturer/Course Leader Production Design

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed. 

Our University’s DRIVE values are at the heart of all that we do.  We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues.  

BNU continues to experience rapid growth in student numbers, making us one of the fastest-growing higher education providers. This is an exciting time to join the University as we invest significantly in estate developments and welcome Jay Blades MBE as our inaugural Chancellor. 

We are looking to appoint an outstanding candidate who has knowledge of developments in set/production design, art direction and relevant industry knowledge, skills, and networks in the film/TV or theatre and performance industries.

The appointee will have relevant industry experience and be able to lead and guide productions and research projects for film, theatre, and television, as well as deliver teaching at undergraduate level.  They should be proficient in developing and communicating set design ideas and solutions using both traditional and digital techniques, including 3D and 2D CAD.

As Course Leader, the appointee will provide the leadership required to maintain the organisation and ongoing development required to ensure the successful day-to-day running of the Set Design course and work closely with colleagues in a team.

Whilst a full-time position is being advertised, we will also consider a part-time/job-share role of 0.6FTE.

What we offer: 

• a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum pro rata, plus bank holidays & closure days)  
• training & development support opportunities  
• contributory pension scheme  
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym  

a range of staff discounts with major retailers. 

If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.   

For further information about this role please contact Sri-Kartini Leet via Sri-Kartini.Leet@bnu.ac.uk

All applications are to be made in full and online.  The University operates an anonymized shortlisting process and therefore any uploaded CVs or supporting documents must not include your name and personal details.   

Closing Date: 5 February 2023

Interview Date:   14 February 2023

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.  

At Buckinghamshire New University equality of opportunity and diversity is at the heart of all we do and fully integrated into our values. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone thrives and feels a sense of belonging. We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from different backgrounds and experiences.   

Buckinghamshire New University is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.   

The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.  

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