Contract: Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)
Salary/Benefits: £40,000-£45,000) per annum (dependent on experience), plus a comprehensive employee benefits package
Location: Covent Garden, London WC2B 5PQ
About LFS
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Cinematography team at Britain’s longest established and world-famous conservatoire for filmmakers. The school, now in its 70th anniversary year, is based in Covent Garden in the heart of London. LFS alumni include famous veterans (Mike Leigh, Michael Mann, Tak Fujimoto, Ann Hui) and famous younger filmmakers including Carla Simon, Oliver Hermanus, Babak Jalali, and the creator of End of the F**king World, Jonathan Entwistle.
LFS is one of only two film schools in the UK to have been awarded ‘world leading’ specialist provider institution status and funding from the Office for Students.
Job Summary
We are looking for someone who is passionate about filmmaking, cinematography and education. You will be confident delivering high-quality teaching, supporting students to achieve their potential, and building positive relationships with colleagues and industry professionals.
Whether you are an experienced academic or an accomplished industry practitioner, you will be keen to share your expertise, contribute to curriculum development and help prepare the next generation of filmmakers.
What You'll Do:
Teaching & Learning
- Deliver teaching in filmmaking, specialising in Cinematography.
- Support student learning, development and wellbeing.
Assessment
- Assess practical filmmaking work and academic assignments.
- Provide constructive feedback to support student progress.
Curriculum Development
- Contribute to curriculum review and enhancement.
- Bring current industry practice and emerging technologies into the classroom.
Team Contribution
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the programme.
- Help maintain an inspiring, inclusive and professional learning environment.
For further details about the role please visit our website Careers | London Film School where you can download a copy of the job description and our equal opportunities monitoring form.
We offer a competitive staff benefits package including 30 days leave per annum (pro rata for part-time staff), employer matched contributory pension scheme (4%), season ticket and hardship loan schemes, professional development, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and a suite of family-friendly policies.
How to apply
To apply, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above and upload your CV, together with a supporting statement outlining how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role, plus the completed equalities monitoring form, by 9am on Thursday 5th November 2026.
LFS is an equal opportunities employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we especially encourage applications from people who identify as disabled and/or identify as LGBTQIA, Black, Asian or are from minority ethnic backgrounds as these groups are under-represented at LFS.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you. We offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability, who meet the essential criteria for the role. Recruitment@lfs.org.uk
Our people are at the heart of what we do at London Film School. Our organisational values define what LFS stands for and what we believe in. They guide our purpose and direction and set the tone for a positive workplace culture.
Our six values are:
- Innovation & Excellence
- Inclusivity & Respect
- Feedback & Collaboration
- Empathy, Accountability & Integrity
- Safe & Inclusive Spaces
- Kindness
Applicants must be able to provide proof of their ongoing right to live and work in the UK.
£40,000 to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience),