Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Future Media Production)

SODA

The School of Digital Arts is a purpose built, interdisciplinary school at one of the UK's leading universities. Offering industry and research informed courses and specialist spaces with the latest technologies, SODA is a £35M investment into the workspaces, networks, teaching and research that will drive the next generation of creative content. Our students study disciplines that span film, animation, UX, photography, games design, games art and more, often working on live projects with industry partners and frequently collaborating with fellow students and researchers.

As part of the Manchester School of Art, SODA builds on its award-winning strengths and focus on creative, craft and digital disciplines, technical and scientific skills, industry partnerships and global research to teach the next generation of talent. Rated sixth in the UK for its research power, and with a history of generating ideas and innovation that stretches back 180 years, Manchester School of Art has pioneered the interdisciplinary approach that guides how we teach and work at SODA.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Future Media Production

We are looking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Future Media Production. The ideal candidate should have experience of a creative approach to designing and delivering higher education curriculum at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels in subject specific and interdisciplinary contexts. This role requires a versatile approach and ability to deliver across different levels and (potentially) programmes and contribute to a vibrant and collaborative team that spans a wide range of digital arts disciplines, encompassing both academic and industry professionals.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Demonstrable expertise in media production planning and finance, including project funding, planning, and time management.
• Proven experience in marketing through social media platforms.
• A strong background in content creation, encompassing various formats such as 3D, film, and images, with specific experience in creating moving image content.
• Thorough understanding of media technologies, as well as critical thinking practices and the production of short-form content across various media platforms.
• Excellent conceptual and digital media skills in developing content for appropriate industry contexts and audiences.
• A genuine interest in staying informed about current and emerging media trends.

Furthermore, the successful candidate should have an in-depth understanding of the latest industry trends within this domain. They must be capable of conducting research and supporting the delivery of academic programs that are rooted in contemporary practices while also encouraging students to explore future possibilities. This will enable students to critically examine what it means to be a creative media practitioner at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and innovation.

The applicant should also have an in-depth understanding of current industry trends within this field and/or be able to conduct research as well as delivering programmes that are grounded in the present but offer space to explore the future – leading students to investigate what it means to be a creative arts practitioner at the convergence of storytelling, technology and innovation.

Working at Manchester Met

Manchester Metropolitan University is a great place to work. We are ambitious for our staff and ourselves and we recognise the key contribution our colleagues make – at Manchester Met Staff are one of our four strategic priorities.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who we recognise are underrepresented in this area.

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter and CV via our application portal that specifically refers to the Job Description that accompanies this advert, addressing your strengths in relation to Research and/or Knowledge and Enterprise (industry experience); Learning & Teaching; Academic Citizenship and Leadership. If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact sodarecruitment@mmu.ac.uk