Lecturer (Pre-Degree) Filmmaking & Media Production

We’re looking for an innovative and student-focused educator to join our Further Education, Pre-Degree (Post-16) team, teaching across the Foundation Diploma and Extended Diploma in Filmmaking & Media Production.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who brings both subject expertise and a passion for teaching.

You will:

• Have a strong background in filmmaking, media production, or related creative fields.
• Be committed to delivering innovative and inclusive teaching that engages and motivates students.
• Have experience in curriculum design and delivery within an FE or HE context.
• Bring excellent communication, organisational, and pastoral skills.
• Be enthusiastic about supporting diverse learners to succeed and progress
• Value collaboration, creativity, and a dynamic team environment.

About the role:

This is a varied and rewarding role, combining teaching and curriculum development with academic and pastoral support

You will:

• deliver high-quality, inclusive, and industry-focused teaching that supports students in developing their technical, creative, and critical skills.
• design and deliver engaging workshops, seminars, and projects that reflect current industry practices
• prepare students for progression into higher education, freelancing, apprenticeships, or creative careers.
• deliver engaging, student-centred teaching across a range of filmmaking and media production units.
• Support students in building creative portfolios, showreels, and progression applications.
• Provide constructive feedback to support students’ academic, technical, and creative development.

In return, you’ll receive:

• 21 (35FTE) days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, and closure efficiency days
• Access to a supportive, extensive Employee Assistance Programme including 10 sessions of counselling, Menopause support, Life & Leadership Coaching, Legal Advice, and Financial Coaching
• Enrolment in a generous Teachers Pension scheme
• Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme, local gym discounts and discounted bus tickets

Safeguarding and Compliance

All appointments are subject to a DBS check, and you will be required to provide appropriate documentation as part of the onboarding process.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Proof of Right to Work will be required before an offer of employment is made.

*We encourage early applications, as the advert may close prior to the listed closing date due to high levels of interest. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact- Steven Forsyth, Head of Pre-Degree, sforsyth@aup.ac.uk

Arts University Plymouth has a strong commitment to the safeguarding & welfare of young people & vulnerable adults. A satisfactory DBS disclosure will be required from successful candidates as a condition of appointment.

We celebrate equality, diversity and difference, and welcome candidates from all communities, including applications from service people and their families as part of our commitment to the  Armed Forces Covenant.

In the event that the University has employees eligible for redeployment at the time of shortlisting, for example due to the end of a fixed term contract, these candidates may be entitled to a priority interview.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the online application form. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs in place of a completed application.

Interviews are expected to take place on the 25th November 2025

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