National Design Programs Lead: Curriculum & Industry Innovation

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Sydney

On-site

AUD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

JMC Academy in Sydney invites applications for the National Course Leader (Design), a national academic leadership role shaping curriculum quality, industry engagement and graduate outcomes across Design programs.

Reporting to the Head of Faculty, Animation, Design & Leadership, you will lead the Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication) and drive curriculum innovation, studio-based learning, and industry partnerships across campuses.

Qualifications

Master's or higher in Design or related discipline.
Higher education teaching and leadership experience.
Strong professional industry experience and networks.
Experience leading curriculum development and academic quality initiatives.
Passion for studio-based and practice-led learning.
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and people leadership skills.
Student-centred approach with commitment to positive learning outcomes.
Knowledge of higher education quality, compliance and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

Lead the academic direction and quality of Design programs nationally.
Drive curriculum innovation and ensure industry relevance.
Foster a studio-based culture that values creativity, design thinking and contemporary digital practice.
Lead, mentor and support academic teams across campuses.
Enhance student engagement, progression and graduate outcomes.
Build industry partnerships that create internship, work-integrated learning and employment opportunities.
Support student recruitment, program promotion and future course development.
Ensure compliance with higher education quality and governance requirements.
Represent JMC Academy within industry and professional networks.