About this role
[What the role is] This is a 2-year contract position as a Lecturer, Experience Design for Events and Production Management in the School of Film & Media Studies. [What you will be working on] Teaching and Curriculum Development
• Develop and deliver curriculum for Stage & Live Events–related modules across diploma and adult learning programmes, with specialisation in Experience Design for Events, Producing for Stage & Live Events, and/or Technical Theatre
• Facilitate hands-on learning in live event production, event operations, audience experience design, and stage production workflows
• Guide students in conceptualising, planning, managing, and executing live shows, performances, and event experiences
• Mentor and supervise students in productions, showcases, industry collaborations, and event-based learning projects
• Develop industry-relevant teaching materials, assessments, and learning experiences aligned with emerging trends in live entertainment, immersive experiences, and audience engagement
• Support curriculum innovation in areas such as live experiences, experiential storytelling, event technologies, and hybrid productions
• Teach and engage both full-time students and adult learners, including flexible teaching arrangements where required
• Provide pastoral care and holistic student development support
• Contribute to academic administration and school initiatives, including timetabling, outreach, academic quality, student development, and facilities management
Industry Engagement and Professional Practice
• Build and maintain strong industry partnerships across the live events, entertainment, theatre, attractions, and experiential sectors
• Facilitate collaborations, industry projects, and experiential learning opportunities for students
• Organise industry talks, workshops, learning journeys, and guest sharing sessions related to live events and experience creation
• Keep abreast of developments in event production, audience engagement, immersive experiences, and emerging live event technologies to ensure curriculum relevance
• Support the growth of the School’s Stage & Live Events initiatives through industry engagement and professional contributions
[What we are looking for] Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Technical Theatre, Theatre Production, Live Entertainment, Arts Management, Experience Design, Production Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in producing, managing, designing, or supporting live shows, performances, events, or immersive experiences
OR
• At least 8 years of relevant industry experience in live events, entertainment, stage productions, experiential events, attractions, or related fields, supported by a strong portfolio of professional projects and industry practice
• Demonstrated experience in large-scale events, productions, venue-based operations, or audience-facing experiences
• Industry certifications related to workplace safety, event operations, or technical theatre will be advantageous
Skills, Knowledge and Attributes
• Strong knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Experience Design for Events, Event Management and Show Producing, Stage and Production Management, Event Operations and Venue Management and Audio-Visual and Production Technologies
• Proficiency in industry-relevant software and tools, including technical drawing, drafting, scheduling, or production management platforms
• Experience in corporate events, live entertainment, performing arts, or immersive experiences
• Familiarity with local workplace safety practices and event regulations
• Strong project management, organisational, and coordination skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring abilities
• Passion for teaching, student development, and nurturing future industry professionals
• Active industry networks and awareness of emerging trends in live events and technical theatre
• Experience with hybrid events, digital production workflows, or immersive technologies will be an advantage