Department
English & Creative Arts
Location
Ormskirk
Salary
£39,906 to £44,746 per annum
Post Type
Full Time
Closing Date
Wednesday 12 August 2026
Reference
EHT0490-0726
About the Role
We are seeking a Lecturer in Film to play a key role in the delivery of our BA Film, Media and Film and Broadcast Production programmes. You will deliver engaging, research-informed and industry-relevant teaching that develops students' creative, technical and professional skills across the filmmaking process, from concept development and pre-production through to production, post-production and distribution.
You will contribute to teaching in areas such as filmmaking practice, documentary production, independent filmmaking, direction, cinematography and sustainable production practices. The role also includes supporting programme development, student recruitment, industry engagement, and research or professional activity, helping to ensure our provision remains innovative, professionally relevant and aligned with excellent graduate outcomes.
As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.
For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Professor Claire Parkinson, Interim Head of Department of English and Creative Arts at
[email protected]
About You
You will be a creative and enthusiastic film practitioner with a strong understanding of contemporary filmmaking and production practices. Evidence of professional screen industries
experience and credited production work is essential, while experience of documentary filmmaking, independent film production and sustainable approaches to filmmaking would be particularly welcome.
With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will be committed to delivering an outstanding student experience and fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. You will bring current industry knowledge, professional networks and a passion for helping students develop the creative, technical and professional skills required for successful careers in film and related creative industries. Through your teaching and practice, you will inspire students to become confident, critically engaged and adaptable filmmakers.
At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Rewards & Benefits
- A minimum of 48 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days).
- Access to a range of CPD to support your career development, with three defined pathways for progression.
- Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources.
- Automatic enrolment into the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 28.68%
- Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
- Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
- Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
About Us
At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.
Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.
Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.
Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.
