Associate Lecturer – BA Fashion Communication: Journalism

The opportunity

BA Fashion Communication at Central Saint Martin’s comprises three pathways: Image and Promotion, Journalism and Histories & Theories. The Journalism pathway focuses on a diverse range of media, incorporating study of written journalism for both print and digital platforms, but also broadcast media such as documentary filmmaking and podcasting. The post-holder will work on an hourly-paid basis on specific projects within the Journalism pathway, collaborating with the Pathway and Course Leaders, other Associate Lecturers and the wider Programme team. We are looking to recruit a journalist or documentary filmmaker, working predominantly in fashion and with experience of teaching in Higher Education.

The post-holder will be expected to undertake –- preparation, teaching and assessment of projects across stage one, stage two and/or final year of the Journalism pathway of BA Fashion Communication,- pastoral support, progress and attendance, maintaining records and liaising with colleagues as appropriate.

Your profile

This role is open to candidates who have completed their BA or MA in relevant fields and also possess relevant industry experience.

Interested candidates should complete the application form, upload a CV and a supporting statement by clicking "Apply" below. The CV should list your recent educational and professional experience (including dates and institutions/organisations). In your supporting statement, please provide a paragraph or two explaining why you are interested in the role and how it relates to your skills, experience and interests.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed and, if considered to be appointable, added to a pool of potential Associate Lecturers that may then be called upon at various points during the 2024-25 academic year for short hourly-paid engagements.

You must be resident in the UK to be considered for Associate Lecturer vacancies.The closing date for applications is 24 February 2025 at 23:55 BST (London time)

If you have any queries about the process to apply for this role please email the CSM Resourcing Team at: jobenquiries@csm.arts.ac.uk

If you wish to have a discussion about the specific requirements of role, please do feel free to contact Philip Clarke, Acting Programme Director for Fashion, at: p.clarke@csm.arts.ac.uk

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

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