Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Photography

SODA

The School of Digital Arts is our response to, and an investment in, screen-based business and technologies. It is a digital skills powerhouse that hosts a diverse programme of degree apprenticeships, continuing professional development, work-based training, foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses and resources. It builds on the award-winning strengths of the Manchester School of Art, and brings together creative and craft disciplines, technical and scientific skills, industry partnerships and global research to train the next generation of talent, who will ensure that the UK continues to compete at an international level.

Opened in September of 2021, our new purpose-built £35m School works closely with key cultural and industry partners including: Red Productions, BBC, ITV and HOME to ensure that Greater Manchester has the skills base needed to support its continued growth as a centre of cultural capital and creative innovation. It is estimated that the School will generate an annual boost of £13 million for the local economy. SODA was awarded £14.9m of Government funding through the Greater Manchester Combined Authority – which was matched by the University.

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Photography

We are looking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Photography. The ideal candidate should have experience of a creative approach to designing and delivering higher education curriculum at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels in subject specific and interdisciplinary contexts. This role requires a versatile approach and ability to contribute to a vibrant and collaborative team that spans a wide range of digital arts disciplines, encompassing both academic and industry professionals.

Your skill set should demonstrate an ability of critical and professional approaches to teaching, research or knowledge exchange in one or more of the following areas of practice: Photography and Moving Image; Studio Lighting; Digital Workflow including digital print; either a Fashion, Curatorial or Socially-engaged practice. 

You may also have evidence of Photography in global contexts; Synthesis of analogue and multi-media practices; Understanding of Research Methodologies for Practice; Publishing and the Photobook. 

Applicants should have an in-depth understanding of current industry trends within this field and be able to conduct research and deliver programmes that are grounded in the present but offer space to explore the future – leading students to investigate what it means to be a creative media practitioner at the convergence of storytelling, technology and innovation.

 A good first degree in a relevant discipline, with professional or higher-level qualifications such as PhD is desirable.

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter and CV via our application portal. If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact sodarecruitment@mmu.ac.uk

Please note that this vacancy is for a 0.5 fte (17.5 hours) position.