Senior Lecturer – BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art

Leeds Arts University; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Leeds Arts University invites applications for a Senior Lecturer in BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art. You will lead, develop and assess practice-based curricula, delivering across lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials.

We seek an experienced comic or concept artist with the ability to build links with external employers and exhibitions, contributing to a dynamic, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading curriculum development and delivery across higher education programmes.
• Ability to develop links with external employers and opportunities for exhibiting student work.
• Proven track record in teaching across lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, deliver, support and assess practice-based curriculum across all levels of the BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art programme.
• Demonstrate specialist understanding of comic art and/or concept art theory and practice.
• Deliver teaching in lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual tutorials.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Assessment

External partnerships

Job description

Senior Lecturer – BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art

Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the North of England. We have contributed significantly to the development of arts education for over 180 years, and have developed a national and international reputation based on the achievements of our students and staff.

The BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art offers students a professional understanding of studio and freelance practice, developing specialist skills within a range of creative careers from concept art for the film and game industries, to comic art and self-published comics. This transdisciplinary course offers a space for students to explore comic and concept art holistically to become a versatile specialist.

We are looking for an experienced comic artist or concept artist to work with a diverse team of comic art and concept art practitioners and educators. The main focus of the role will be to lead, develop, deliver, support, and assess practice-based curriculum across all levels of the BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art programme. You will be expected to have a specialist understanding of the theory, practice, and professional context of comic art and/or concept art. Any experience within emerging comic and/or concept art workflows are desirable.

You will also need the skills or connections to build links with external employers, events and opportunities for exhibiting student work. Working individually and as a member of a team you will be expected to deliver teaching within a variety of settings including lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual tutorials.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate extensive specialist concept art skills and support critical thinking and reflective practice.

Full details of the essential and desirable criteria for this role can be found in the job description.

Please note CVs will not be accepted for this position.

Please note we do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies for this position.

Closing date: Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 11:59pm

Interview date: Thursday 10th December 2026 (in person)

Leeds Arts University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all learners and expect our staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be made on merit, and as an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In recognition of our commitment to create a diverse team that draws from our widest talent pool, we would particularly encourage applications from groups who are currently under-represented at this level, which in this case is our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants.

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Senior Lecturer – BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art

Company: Leeds Arts University Salary: from £44,000 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Leeds, LS2 9AQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 29 Oct 2026 Closing date: 22 Nov 2026

Summary

Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the North of England. We have contributed significantly to the development of arts education for over 180 years, and have developed a national and international reputation based on the achievements of our students and staff.

The BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art offers students a professional understanding of studio and freelance practice, developing specialist skills within a range of creative careers from concept art for the film and game industries, to comic art and self-published comics. This transdisciplinary course offers a space for students to explore comic and concept art holistically to become a versatile specialist.

We are looking for an experienced comic artist or concept artist to work with a diverse team of comic art and concept art practitioners and educators. The main focus of the role will be to lead, develop, deliver, support, and assess practice-based curriculum across all levels of the BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Art programme. You will be expected to have a specialist understanding of the theory, practice, and professional context of comic art and/or concept art. Any experience within emerging comic and/or concept art workflows are desirable.

You will also need the skills or connections to build links with external employers, events and opportunities for exhibiting student work. Working individually and as a member of a team you will be expected to deliver teaching within a variety of settings including lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual tutorials.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate extensive specialist concept art skills and support critical thinking and reflective practice.

Full details of the essential and desirable criteria for this role can be found in the job description.

Please note CVs will not be accepted for this position.

Please note we do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies for this position.

Closing date: Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 11:59pm

Interview date: Thursday 10th December 2026 (in person)

Leeds Arts University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all learners and expect our staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be made on merit, and as an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In recognition of our commitment to create a diverse team that draws from our widest talent pool, we would particularly encourage applications from groups who are currently under-represented at this level, which in this case is our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme