Course Leader BA (Hons) Performance Design and Film Costume at Arts University Bournemouth

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a globally leading independent arts, design, performance and media university.   

At AUB we nurture creativity, engage communities, collaborate with industry and make a difference.   

Our commitment to EDI

Our core commitment to diversity, inclusion and a sustainable future truly values the diversity of our students and staff, creating an inclusive environment where everyone’s identities and talents are valued and respected.  We welcome applications from all areas of the community and particularly encourage applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. 

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within AUB’s long-established Bournemouth Film School to lead our vibrant and expanding BA (Hons) Performance Design and Film Costume course. The successful applicant will lead a team of academics and work alongside technical staff on this innovative and progressive programme.

You will be responsible for the delivery of high quality, student-focused academic learning and teaching and the continuing development of the course curriculum. As a leader of a creative team, you will also contribute to the strategic direction of the School and University.

We are looking for applicants who can draw upon established academic and industrial networks to develop and drive pedagogic initiatives and external partnerships and opportunities. The successful applicant will have considerable experience of, and expertise in the subject area, and an understanding of critical discourses and theory in relation to contemporary practice. Experience in scenography and/or the design of costume for film would be advantageous.

You should be research active and it is desirable that you hold a PhD or can demonstrate equivalent research experience. 

Our benefits

In meeting your performance expectations, each year you’ll have a salary increase in line with the grade of your role.  As well as this there is an annual cost of living increase.  AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment.  Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website https://aub.ac.uk/working-at-aub.

AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered.  If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk . If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk and we’ll be in touch. 

How to apply

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