Talent.com
Senior Lecturer in Film and High End Television Production
Senior Lecturer in Film and High End Television ProductionUniversity of Derby • Adaptive working typeOnsiteThis role will be based on site, primarily in the named location.
[error_messages.no_longer_accepting]
Senior Lecturer in Film and High End Television Production

Senior Lecturer in Film and High End Television Production

University of Derby • Adaptive working typeOnsiteThis role will be based on site, primarily in the named location.
[job_card.30_days_ago]
[job_preview.job_type]
  • [job_card.full_time]
[job_card.job_description]

About the role

The School of Humanities and Creative Arts is looking for the right candidate to join our film and moving image provision, to work across award winning courses such as the BA (Hons) Film and High-End Television Production, and the MA in Film and Screen Production. Our courses have been a regular feature at national events such as NAHEMI and the RTS Student Awards alongside leading industry projects such as Format.

The successful candidate will build on the international reputation of the University and contribute to the delivery of the course through the provision of inspiring and supporting learning opportunities, providing a stimulating and nurturing environment for both students and colleagues. The role will enhance professional, academic and research partnerships to ensure that the course anticipates the changing needs of the screen industries.

About You

We are looking for a Senior Lecturer to lead modules across provision on the BA (Hons) Film and High-End Television Production, and the MA in Film and Screen Production. To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working in a studio environment, location filming, pitching, funding and commissioning, understand film studio etiquette, and sustainable filmmaking practice, preferably via BAFTA ALBERT. Experience of working with 35mm celluloid including loading stock into cameras is an advantage alongside both analogue and digital pipelines.

You should have either an established (or developing) research portfolio, which could be comprised of practice-based research, alongside a track record of grant capture and external project funding. An understanding of key quality metrics such as TEF, REF, and KEF alongside quality assurance practices is also required. An ability to work with external partners or stakeholders including PSRBs (ScreenSkills), BAFTA, NAHEMI, RTS, GTC, and local industry is also desirable.

Principal accountabilities

Learning / Teaching

  • Lead on, or contribute to the leadership within, the subject area on undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and post-experience programmes.
  • Teach and facilitate learning on core and optional modules relating to the academic discipline.
  • Ensure that module / programme design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the University.
  • Contribute to the development of learning and teaching strategies and ensure that knowledge from research and scholarly activities informs and enhances learning and teaching, as well as extending it to appropriate external activities such as knowledge transfer activities.
  • Undertake relevant module leadership responsibilities and take on other programme-related work that may include marketing, recruitment, and learning and teaching development.
  • Supervise student projects at undergraduate / postgraduate levels.
  • Develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching, such as blended or online, to encourage student centred learning.
  • Ensure effective monitoring of student progress and provide advice and guidance to staff and students as appropriate.

Research / Scholarship

  • Take the lead on, plan, develop and conduct research objectives, projects and proposals within the broader programme. Deliver research outcomes that will contribute to the REF.
  • Acquire, analyse, interpret and evaluate research findings / data using approaches, techniques, models and methods selected or developed for the purpose.
  • Manage the application of a range of methodologies, approaches and techniques appropriate to the type of research being pursued. Where appropriate investigate and devise research methods and approaches.
  • Generate income by developing and winning support for innovative research proposals and funding bids, working where appropriate within Research Centres and Colleges.
  • Disseminate and explain research findings through leading peer-reviewed national publications (and international where appropriate), conferences and other appropriate media.
  • Ensure adherence to ethical standards in the projects for which the role holder is responsible.
  • Monitor research resources such as budget, materials and equipment.
  • Provide mentoring and guidance to colleagues and co-ordinate the work of research and support staff.
  • Take a leading role in the development and delivery of business engagement activities, developing entrepreneurial links with external organisations.
  • Identify own professional needs and undertake appropriate training and staff development.
  • Other

  • Act as a personal tutor, supporting and mentoring students as appropriate.
  • Provide pastoral care to students, referring when necessary to services that provide further support.
  • Liaise with international partners as required on existing and future collaborations.
  • Contribute to new initiatives at appropriate levels.
  • Build on existing research networks, furthering contacts with external organisations such as funding bodies.
  • Actively seek out and develop opportunities for interdisciplinary research both across the University and externally.
  • Observe and implement University policies and procedures.
  • Person specification

    Essential Criteria

    Qualifications

  • Good Honours Degree in a relevant subject discipline or equivalent professional experience
  • Senior Fellowship of the Advanced HE (HEA) or willingness to work towards
  • PhD or equivalence accepted in a relevant subject area, for example by publication or through appropriate professional achievement
  • Subject specific qualifications / knowledge
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education or equivalent qualification
  • Experience

  • Experience of working on film productions in a studio and / or location environment, pitching; and funding and commissioning
  • Experience of working with 35mm celluloid or other analogue formats
  • Learning / Teaching

  • Demonstrable experience of delivering effective learning, teaching and assessment in Higher Education to undergraduate and postgraduate students
  • Demonstrable experience of successful curriculum development
  • Demonstrable experience of effectively designing and implementing a range of formative and summative assessments for undergraduate and postgraduate (include professional where appropriate) programmes
  • Significant experience of excellent teaching identified by peer review
  • Experience of quality assurance and validation of HE modules / programmes
  • Proven experience of module and programme leadership
  • Experience of supervising undergraduate projects and postgraduate research students, providing training and some teaching as appropriate
  • Research / Scholarship

  • Experience and achievement in the academic discipline, reflected in growing and consistent national reputation
  • Evidence of publishing in high quality (“REF able”) journals or other outputs in research or practice
  • Experience and demonstrable knowledge / expertise in research methodologies appropriate to the academic discipline
  • Skills, knowledge & abilities

  • An appropriate level of digital capability and aptitude with practical experience of applications which enhance student learning
  • Ability to communicate with clarity on complex and conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding as well as to peers, using high level skills and a range of media
  • Excellent ability to build relationships and collaborate with others, internally and externally
  • An understanding of film studio etiquette
  • A high level ability to think critically and promote innovation and creativity
  • Ability to devise, advise on and manage research programmes
  • Demonstrates competences, core behaviours and supplementary behaviours that support and promote the University’s core values
  • Demonstrates professionalism in learning / teaching and the values of the UK Professional Standards Framework for HE
  • Committed to continual enhancement and a high quality student experience
  • Promotes a high performance culture, fostering continuous improvement and driving quality
  • A sound knowledge of the QAA Quality Code and HEFCE’s Operating Model for Quality Assurance
  • A sound knowledge of the current higher education environment and its implications for the student learning experience
  • A sound knowledge of the employability agenda and its relevance to learners and the curriculum
  • A sound knowledge of internationalisation and its relevance for learners and the curriculum
  • Business requirements

    Able to take a flexible approach to work Travel between sites and occasionally overseas for research or teaching

    Some evening and occasional weekend teaching

    Attendance at Open Days, Graduation events etc.

    A commitment to own professional development

    Benefits

  • Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
  • Teacher’s Pension Scheme
  • Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
  • Discounted onsite gym
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • A flexible working environment
  • A commitment to personal and professional development
  • [job_alerts.create_a_job]

    Lecturer • Adaptive working typeOnsiteThis role will be based on site, primarily in the named location.

    [internal_linking.related_jobs]
    Film & Digital Media Department : Film and Video Production Lecturer Pool

    Film & Digital Media Department : Film and Video Production Lecturer Pool

    University of California - Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Film and Video Production Lecturer .A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $8,872-$10,912 (based on salary points 1-8). Compensation for Summer Session...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Film & Digital Media Department : Critical Studies Lecturer Pool

    Film & Digital Media Department : Critical Studies Lecturer Pool

    University of California - Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $8,872-$10,912 (based on salary points 1-8). Compensation for Summer Session courses may vary from courses taught d...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Remote Finance Director - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Remote Finance Director - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Data Annotation • Santa Cruz, California
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Online Research Participants (Pay up to $3,000 / study) - Flexible Participation Options (Hiring Immediately)

    Online Research Participants (Pay up to $3,000 / study) - Flexible Participation Options (Hiring Immediately)

    Maxion Research • Scotts Valley, California, US
    [job_card.part_time]
    Join Our Part-Time Research Studies Today!.Are you eager to earn extra income from the comfort of your home? We are looking for motivated individuals to participate in paid research studies includi...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Sr. Research and Development Technician, Advanced Development

    Sr. Research and Development Technician, Advanced Development

    Calyxo, Inc. • Pleasanton, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    The company was founded in 2016 to address the profound need for improved kidney stone treatment.Kidney stone disease is a common, painful condition that consumes vast amounts of healthcare resourc...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    GEAR UP Director

    GEAR UP Director

    InsideHigherEd • Santa Cruz, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    This position will be hybrid; on-site 3-4 days / week and remote 1-2 days / week.Sites will include schools in South Monterey County and Salinas and Pajaro Valleys. Some evening / weekend work may be nece...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Student Engagement & Expression Specialist

    Student Engagement & Expression Specialist

    InsideHigherEd • Santa Cruz, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Student Engagement & Expression Specialist.For full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when applying for a job opening. For guidance related to the application pro...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote M&A Associate - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Remote M&A Associate - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Data Annotation • Santa Cruz, California
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Teaching Assistant - Great Opportunity

    Teaching Assistant - Great Opportunity

    Zen Educate • Dublin, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2025–2026 school year.We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your sup...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    GEAR UP Assistant Director, South Monterey

    GEAR UP Assistant Director, South Monterey

    InsideHigherEd • Santa Cruz, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    GEAR UP Assistant Director, South Monterey.Please note : Hybrid schedule, working mainly at school sites (up to one day remote). For full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cove...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Film and Video Editors - AI Trainer ($60-$80 per hour)

    Remote Film and Video Editors - AI Trainer ($60-$80 per hour)

    Mercor • Santa Cruz, California, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    About the Role • • Mercor is seeking experienced • •film and video editors • • to support a leading AI lab in advancing research and infrastructure for next-generation machine learning systems.This enga...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Pop Culture Video Expert - AI Trainer ($40-$40 per hour)

    Remote Pop Culture Video Expert - AI Trainer ($40-$40 per hour)

    Mercor • Santa Cruz, California, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    Role Overview Mercor is partnering with a prominent AI lab to find a freelance digital culture expert to support a large-scale media annotation initiative. This project focuses on evaluating AI-gene...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Travel Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,118 per week

    Travel Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,118 per week

    Go Healthcare • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Go Healthcare is seeking a travel Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Santa Cruz, California.Job Description & Requirements. Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist.Pay package i...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Financial Advising Expert - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Remote Financial Advising Expert - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Data Annotation • Santa Cruz, California
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Speech-Language Pathologist(SLP), PRN

    Speech-Language Pathologist(SLP), PRN

    Lifepoint Rehabilitation • Santa Cruz, CA, US
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    Speech Language Pathology (SLP) - Outpatient.At Dominican Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Small Format Team Leader

    Small Format Team Leader

    Target • Scotts Valley, California, United States of America
    [job_card.part_time]
    Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position.These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Tar...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Audio and Video Technicians - AI Trainer ($60-$80 per hour)

    Remote Audio and Video Technicians - AI Trainer ($60-$80 per hour)

    Mercor • Santa Cruz, California, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    About the Role • • Mercor is seeking experienced • •audio and video technicians • • to support a leading AI lab in advancing research and infrastructure for next-generation machine learning systems.This...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Travel Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,111 per week

    Travel Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,111 per week

    Ethos Medical Staffing • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Ethos Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Outpatient Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Santa Cruz, California. Job Description & Requirements.Pediatric Speech Language Patho...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]