University of the West of Scotland – Faculty of Creative Arts, Business & Social Sciences
Ayr Campus
Full time: 35 hours per week
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THE POST – REQ000634 - Lecturer in TV Production
The post offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced television practitioner to contribute to the BA (Hons) Television, Radio & Podcast Production programme within a rich interdisciplinary academic environment that recognises quality in education, research/creative practice and industry engagement. This outstanding programme has enjoyed 100% Overall Satisfaction in the National Student Survey over the last two years.
You will have experience of teaching within Higher Education, contributing to research-informed curriculum design, learning, teaching and assessment, using inclusive and contemporary approaches to practice-based education.
You will have a strong professional practitioner profile in television production, with particular expertise in factual/non-scripted programme development and studio-based production. You will bring current industry knowledge and practical production experience to teaching, supporting students in developing ideas from initial concept and research through pitching, production and post-production.
You should have experience and understanding of contemporary broadcast and multiplatform workflows. Practical knowledge of television production techniques, with proficiency in one or more areas including studio production, camera, sound and post-production, will enable you to contribute across a range of practice-based modules and collaborative student productions.
You will have an active network of professional contacts within the television and wider screen industries in Scotland and the UK, and will use these relationships to support industry engagement, student opportunities and curriculum currency, contributing to an excellent, industry-facing student experience through teaching, curriculum development, research and/or creative practice, and engagement with external partners.
The Faculty is multidisciplinary so you will have opportunities to work across programmes and contribute to collaborative programme design.
You will bring industry and teaching experience in supporting student success, professional standards and strong graduate outcomes, while exemplifying the UWS values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity and Accountability.
The successful candidate should have the following:
- Honours degree and postgraduate qualification in television, media production or a relevant discipline, or significant equivalent professional industry experience in television production.
- An active network of professional contacts within the television and wider screen industries in Scotland and the UK, with the ability to use these relationships to support industry engagement, student opportunities and curriculum currency.
- Evidence of substantial professional practice in factual/non-scripted television production, including programme development and the development of ideas from research and concept through pitching and production.
- Professional experience in studio television and/or studio-based documentary production.
- A working knowledge of teaching in a higher education institution or an appropriate external training/industry context at a level commensurate with career stage.
- A strong understanding in module/programme administration and/or co-ordination.
- Evidence of a research, creative practice and/or professional track record commensurate with career stage.
About us
University of the West of Scotland is a placemaking institution that is proud to be an integral part of its local communities, with a national and international reach: the University has four campuses in Scotland in Ayr, Dumfries, Lanarkshire and Paisley, as well as a campus in London Docklands. UWS has almost 100 international partnerships and its student community comprises more than 100 nationalities.
UWS is committed to providing education opportunities for all, empowering individuals to reach their full potential. The University creates meaningful impact locally, nationally and globally through innovative learning and teaching, pioneering research, and transformative partnerships. UWS is committed to the UNSDGs and was ranked joint 1st in Scotland and joint 4th in the UK for quality education (SDG4); and 1st in the UK and 39th globally for our contribution to decent work and economic growth (SDG8) in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026.
90% of UWS research was classed as world-leading, internationally excellent, or recognised internationally in the REF (Research Excellence Framework) 2021.
The Faculty of Creative Arts, Business & Social Sciences at UWS is a vibrant and collaborative community, delivering innovative learning and teaching alongside a rapidly growing research and enterprise profile. Bringing together expertise across the creative arts, business and the social sciences, the Faculty is committed to producing world-class research and education that addresses contemporary challenges and promotes social justice locally, nationally and internationally.
You will join a supportive, multidisciplinary and multicultural community of scholars and students, where you will play a key role in inspiring the next generation of graduates and contributing to impactful research and knowledge exchange. Our students benefit from strong industry and community partnerships, research-informed teaching, and opportunities to engage with organisations across the public, private and third sectors, both in the west of Scotland and through our global network of partners.
We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes:
- 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
- An additional days leave on your birthday
- Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme
- A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
- Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
- Fitness facilities across our campuses
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Professional, career and research development opportunities.
Interview date: Thursday 12th November
Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided)
The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.
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UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.
UWS is a "Disability Confident" employer.
University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.
Advert Details
| Location: | Ayr |
| Salary: | £50,253 to £56,535 per annum (AC3) |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 7th October 2026 |
| Closes: | 27th October 2026 |
| Job Ref: | REQ000634 |