Job profile

Shape the future of immersive storytelling, digital content creation, and creative media education.

The University of Plymouth is seeking an inspiring and innovative Lecturer in Digital Media to join our vibrant School of Art, Design and Architecture. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, practice-led learning environment and help develop the next generation of creative media professionals.

As part of our established Creative Media portfolio, you will play a key role in the development and delivery of our new BA (Hons) Digital Media & Content Creation programme, bringing expertise in immersive media, emerging technologies and contemporary content creation practices.

About the Role

Working closely with colleagues across Digital Arts, Creative Media and Plymouth Business School, you will:

• Deliver engaging, practice-led and research-informed teaching across undergraduate programmes.
• Develop innovative curriculum content in areas such as:

• Immersive and experiential storytelling
• Digital content creation
• XR and virtual production
• Creator economy and platform entrepreneurship
• Audience engagement and media futures
• Data-informed content development

• Build industry partnerships, live briefs and placement opportunities that enhance student employability.
• Contribute to assessment, personal tutoring, recruitment activities, quality assurance and programme development.
• Support interdisciplinary collaboration across the Faculty and wider University.

What We're Looking For

You will have:

• A PhD (or equivalent professional experience) in a relevant field such as immersive storytelling, narrative design, XR, virtual production, digital content creation or entrepreneurship.
• Research, industry or practice-based experience within contemporary digital media.
• Experience of teaching in Higher Education, or clear evidence of strong pedagogic potential.
• A collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to creative education.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies, ethical innovation and contemporary issues including AI, intellectual property and responsible media practice.

Desirable

• HE teaching qualification or HEA Fellowship (or willingness to obtain within two years).
• Experience leading modules or programmes.
• Knowledge of creator economy business models and audience development strategies.
• Experience with analytics, optimisation and algorithm-aware content design.
• International teaching or industry experience.

Why Join Us?

At the University of Plymouth, you'll become part of a creative and research-active community committed to innovation, collaboration and real-world impact.

Our Benefits Include

• 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays and closure days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working opportunities
• Retail discounts
• On-site nursery facilities

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The University of Plymouth is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to thrive. The School of Art, Design and Architecture proudly holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award, recognising its commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education.  To find out more please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

Informal Enquiries

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:  Dr Alejandro Veliz Reyes - Portfolio Lead for Creative Arts and Media alejandro.velizreyes@plymouth.ac.uk

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, skills and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

If you're passionate about immersive storytelling, emerging media technologies and preparing students for the future of the creative industries, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help shape the future of digital media education at the University of Plymouth.