Academic Lecturer: Lighting Design & Live Events Tech

Production Futures Limited; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks an experienced Lecturer in Lighting Design & Technology to join its academic team. The ideal candidate will teach across various courses and support curriculum development. This role requires professional experience in entertainment lighting and a degree in a relevant discipline. Applications are invited for full-time or part-time positions. Closing date: 30th November.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at post-compulsory or undergraduate level.
• Familiarity with vocational higher education.
• A research interest in live events and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess across undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Support curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Provide academic and pastoral guidance to students.
• Engage in research, scholarship, and professional practice.
• Develop and maintain industry links for student opportunities.
• Contribute to course quality assurance processes.

Skills

Professional experience in lighting for entertainment

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Expertise in Pre-Visualisation

Expertise in CAD

Expertise in Networking & Show Control

Expertise in LED wall systems

Expertise in moving light maintenance

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field

Teaching qualification (PGCHE or FHEA)

Job description

An educational institution in the UK seeks an experienced Lecturer in Lighting Design & Technology to join its academic team. The ideal candidate will teach across various courses and support curriculum development. This role requires professional experience in entertainment lighting and a degree in a relevant discipline. Applications are invited for full-time or part-time positions. Closing date: 30th November.