Music Production Program Director

Access Further Education Ltd (Trading as Access Creative College); Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Wellbeing benefits

Staff discounts

Paid leave

Contributory pension

Industry facilities

Job summary

Access Creative College in Manchester is seeking a Course Leader for Music Production to oversee the management, development and delivery of our music production programmes. You will inspire students, support teaching staff, and ensure curricula stay current with industry standards.

Join a team of industry professionals at our Manchester campus, with opportunities to collaborate with partners, organise events and guest lectures, and contribute to recruitment.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree or equivalent qualification in Music Production or Music Technology.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools or similar.
• Previous experience in teaching or course leadership within FE/HE.
• Strong understanding of curriculum development and quality assurance processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Passion for mentoring and supporting students to achieve their potential.
• Familiarity with current trends and technologies in music production.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and deliver engaging music production courses that meet curriculum standards and industry requirements.
• Manage and support teaching staff to ensure high-quality instruction and student engagement.
• Design and update course content with the latest technology, software, and production techniques.
• Monitor student progress and provide academic guidance and support to enhance learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with industry partners to provide students with real-world experience and networking opportunities.
• Organise events, workshops, and guest lectures to enrich the student learning experience.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to marketing and recruitment activities to attract new students to our Manchester campus.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on course performance and student achievement.

Skills

Teaching leadership

Curriculum development

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Music Production

Tools

Ableton Live

Logic Pro

Pro Tools

Job description

Access Creative College in Manchester is seeking a Course Leader for Music Production to oversee the management, development and delivery of our music production programmes. You will inspire students, support teaching staff, and ensure curricula stay current with industry standards.

Join a team of industry professionals at our Manchester campus, with opportunities to collaborate with partners, organise events and guest lectures, and contribute to recruitment.