About this role
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Pūkenga - Lecturer in Film to join Te Kura Kōmanawa - School of Arts and Media on a permanent, full-time basis from mid-2026. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an award-winning Film programme with a focus on critical studies and production.
Key responsibilities include the following:
Teach critical/creative courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels Design and deliver academic courses with creative practice assignments Teaching large undergraduate courses Supervise postgraduate students Contribute to programme and school committees Contribute to the University's and programme's culture of public and community engagement
Ō pūmanawa - About you
You will have the expertise and passion to supervise post-graduate research students and join the community of scholars and practitioners in our highly collegial, growing, and vibrant film programme.
Key requirements include the following:
A PhD in film or related subject A record of academic publication Proven ability to design and deliver academic courses with creative practice assignments Ideally, experience teaching large introductory classes Ability to contribute productively to fulfilling the University’s Treaty of Waitangi obligations High quality and critically reflective teaching practice in film
We are particularly interested in scholars who have experience teaching production courses and/or research specialisation in Māori and/or Pasifika film.
Role description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.
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Close date for vacancy: Tuesday, 16 January 2026. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
Contact details for vacancy:If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Paul Wolffram ([email protected]).
How to apply:Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.
Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently.
Mō Te Herenga Waka - About our University
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here.
Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.
Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team
Step into the dynamic world ofTe Kura Tānga Kōrero Ingarihi, Kiriata, Whakaari, Pāpāho, Tāhuhu Kōrero Toi - School of English, Film, Theatre, Media and Communication, and Art History. Engage with top-ranked programs and pioneering research in literature, film, critical media studies, theatre, and art history. Collaborate with passionate experts on innovative projects and thrive in a vibrant, creative community where your contributions truly make a difference.