Senior Lecturer in Journalism

UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in London is seeking an experienced Senior Lecturer in Journalism to shape its innovative Journalism and Publishing programme. This role involves teaching across various media forms, leading pathways in audio and video journalism, and enhancing curriculum development. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and a passion for education. The closing date for applications is December 1, 2025.

Benefits

Family-friendly policies

Inclusive employment policies

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven track record in research, teaching, or professional practice.
• Experience of teaching and assessment in higher education.
• Commitment to supporting the next generation of journalists.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach curriculum across audio, video, and digital journalism.
• Lead the Audio and Video Journalism pathway at MA level.
• Enhance pedagogy and curriculum within the Journalism programme.

Skills

Authority in field

Effective communication

Collaboration

Creativity in learning

Education

Academic background in Journalism or related field

Job description

The opportunity

London College of Communication has an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator to take a leading role in shaping the Journalism and Publishing programme within the Media School.

This programme is home to an innovative range of courses designed to give students the professional skills, confidence and experience needed to thrive in the fast‑moving worlds of publishing and journalism.

As a Senior Lecturer in Journalism, you will contribute to teaching, curriculum development and ongoing scholarship across the programme, with a particular focus on MA Journalism and BA (Hons) Journalism. You will teach across audio, video and digital journalism, alongside core areas of professional practice such as news writing, media law and pitching. You will also lead the Audio and Video Journalism pathway at MA level, supporting students as they develop and refine their storytelling across podcasts, short video documentaries and creative visual content for social media.

Working within a collaborative and supportive course team, you will use your specialist knowledge to enhance pedagogy and the curriculum, helping to move the programme in innovative and critical directions. You will play an important part in exploring emerging issues in journalistic practice, particularly in relation to the production of audio and visual stories, mobile journalism, podcasting and content creation for platforms such as Instagram and TikTok.

About you

We are looking for someone who is recognised as an authority in their field, with a proven track record in research, teaching, knowledge exchange, or professional practice that advances the discipline.

A strong academic background and experience of teaching and assessment in higher education is essential, combined with a passion for education and a commitment to supporting the next generation of journalists.

You will also be an effective communicator, a collaborative colleague, and someone who thrives in a diverse and creative learning environment.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

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Closing date: 1 st December 2025, 17:00.

To be considered for this role, please submit your application before the closing date. If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Lesley Wilkins, Senior Resourcing Adviser at.

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn - a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.