"Lecturer in Film and Television"

Role Details

Role type: Part Time (0.60 FTE); Fixed term till 30 November 2026

Faculty: Fine Arts and Music

School: Victoria College of the Arts

Salary: Level B: $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super

• Contribute to innovative curriculum development / Engage with industry partnerships / Inspire future filmmakers

Apply now to lead transformative learning experiences in film and television, fostering creative collaboration and industry engagement.

Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As a Lecturer in the Master of Film and Television programme, you will have the opportunity to develop and deliver high-quality learning experiences that inspire and shape the future of creative screen production in Australia. You will engage with industry professionals, contribute to curriculum development, and support students in their creative endeavours, ensuring compliance with discipline standards and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead Innovative Teaching: Prepare and deliver lectures and seminars, support student productions, and provide mentorship and feedback.
• Develop Curriculum: Create high-quality subject materials, coordinate subjects, and contribute to curriculum development.
• Engage with Industry: Foster partnerships with external networks and contribute to professional practice in creative industries.
• Participate in Leadership: Engage in programme planning, faculty meetings, and outreach activities, promoting diversity and inclusion.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a practising filmmaker with over five years of experience, possessing a deep understanding of screen production, creative collaboration, and industry trends, ready to inspire and mentor students in a dynamic academic environment.

You may also:

• Be an established film and television practitioner with a minimum of five years of professional experience.
• Possess a strong understanding of contemporary Australian screen industry practices and international comparisons.
• Have experience in teaching filmmaking at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, focusing on practice-led pedagogy.
• Demonstrate effective communication strategies and skills, with a capacity to manage and supervise staff.
• Be willing to engage actively with university planning processes and industry partnerships.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Victorian College of the Arts

The VCA is known internationally as a leading tertiary institution for artistic invention. It has a proven track record of developing the change-makers of the future as evidenced by the achievements of its alumni. The VCA today offers a unique range of programs across the visual arts, performing arts and media, taught by staff who are experts in their fields.

The VCA is co-located with the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music on the University of Melbourne’s Southbank campus in the heart of Melbourne’s Arts Precinct.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Rehan Wadiwala hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 18 January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-007110 Lecturer in Film and Television.pdf

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.