Programme Leader: Film & Media

SAE Creative Media Institute

The Opportunity

SAE UK is seeking a motivated and experienced Programme Leader to lead our Film and Media portfolio across our five UK campuses. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of creative education by overseeing a diverse programme that includes Film Production, Screenwriting, VFX and Content Creation.

As Programme Leader, you will provide strategic and academic leadership, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning, and student experience. You will work closely with academic teams to drive innovation and excellence across curriculum development, programme delivery, and student engagement.

About You

You are a passionate and proven academic leader with a strong background in Film, Media, or a related discipline. You bring:

• Substantial experience in undergraduate teaching and academic leadership
• A track record of leading teams, enhancing the student experience, and managing academic programmes
• A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with awareness of inclusive pedagogies and current debates such as decolonising the curriculum
• The ability to motivate and support staff, foster collaboration, and align academic vision with strategic objectives
• Ideally, an active research profile or industry practice that enriches your academic work and connects to the evolving landscape of film and media

Why Join us?

We are a global leader in creative media education. We’re proud of our inclusive and innovative culture, and we’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to empowering the next generation of creative professionals.

If you're ready to lead and shape the future of film and media education, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.