SAE Aus Lecturer

SAE University College Aus; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading creative education institution in Byron Bay seeks a casual lecturer to deliver animation classes. The candidate will inspire students and enrich their academic experience, helping them build careers in creative fields. Ideal applicant will have a postgraduate degree, industry experience, and a passion for teaching. Great employee benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Unlimited global career opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Health and well-being packages

Discounted gym memberships and insurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is preferred.
• High level of professional industry practice in animation with an established portfolio.
• Teaching or training experience in higher education or professional environments.
• Experience in specific subject matter expertise and software program knowledge.
• Passion for assisting students to reach their full academic potential.
• High level of agile critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures and practical workshops in animation.
• Provide academic support and mentoring to students.
• Contribute to curriculum design and development.
• Promote SAE's achievements and strengthen industry connections.
• Engage in academic research and industry projects.

Skills

Industry practice in animation

Teaching experience

Software program knowledge

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification (Masters level or higher)

Job description

SAE University College, part of the leading global education provider Navitas, delivers hands-on, industry-led higher education courses in Animation, Audio, Creative Industries, Design, Film, Games & Music.

With 52 campuses globally and 6 across Australia, SAE is part of a global creative media network, challenging and encouraging people to fulfil their creative potential, with a strategic vision to be the world’s leading educator for the creative industries.

Job Description

Join SAE’s dynamic and creative team, where your expertise will shape the future of creative education.

We are seeking a casual lecturer who can deliver face to face animation classes from our Byron Bay campus. You will inspire students to excel academically, enrich their learning experience, preparing them for thriving careers in their field of study.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, subject-relevant lectures and practical workshops that inspire students and equip them with cutting-edge skills in animation, gaming, or audio production.
• Provide personalised academic support, mentoring and guiding local and international students through their creative projects, providing constructive feedback to foster innovation, technical proficiency, and artistic excellence.
• Contribute to the design and development of accredited higher education curriculum, ensuring it meets accredited standards and is attuned with industry trends, collaborating with industry professionals to integrate emerging technologies and techniques into course content.
• Actively promote SAE’s achievements, students, and staff within the professional community to strengthen the Institute’s profile, engaging with the wider creative industry to maintain SAE’s strong connection to current practices and opportunities.
• Contribute to academic research and industry engagement, leveraging connections within the creative media sector to enrich the learning experience and promote student opportunities.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate can demonstrate skills and experience in the following criteria:

• A postgraduate qualification, preferably at Masters level (or higher) in a relevant field
• A high level of professional industry practice in the field of animation with an established portfolio of work
• Teaching or training experience either in a higher education or professional environment
• Experience in specific subject matter expertise and software program knowledge
• Passion to assist students reach their full academic potential while providing an outstanding student experience
• High level of agile critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, met with outstanding organisational and communication skills

Additional Information

At SAE our employee perks and benefits include:

• Unlimited global career opportunities across the Navitas portfolio
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• 2 paid volunteer days per year for your passionate causes
• Health & well-being packages including free counselling and well-being specialist support for employees and family members
• Discounted gym memberships, private health insurance, movie tickets, travel, hotels, insurance and selected retailers
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities

Diversity Equity and Inclusion:

SAE University College, as part of Navitas, promotes and embraces an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups. We believe equality, flexibility and diversity deliver a rich and collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are – feel safe, supported, and are given opportunities to thrive.

Join our team today and work alongside industry-leading teachers who live and breathe their creative passion and understand what drives creativity in their students.

How to Apply:

• Submit your CV (if including a cover letter please note you can upload this on the 2nd page of the application process)
• Please note applicants are assessed upon receipt so you are encouraged to apply now.

Like to find out more? Don’t hesitate to reach out.

For a confidential discussion please contact Mr Ben Funnell, Campus Manager on 02 6639 6015.

About Navitas

Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. The Navitas portfolio employees over 5000 staff and supports over 60,000 students and encompasses a broad selection of partners, locations, and opportunities, including university pathway programs, English language qualifications, employment training, creative media training, and more.