We are currently seeking to fill the role of Head of Department in Audio Engineering & Sound Production. The Head of Department has responsibility for the academic provision of quality courses and to teach within and coordinate the Bachelor of Creative Technology (Audio Engineering & Sound Production) and nested Diploma for the Melbourne Campus.
About us
JMC Academy is a leading higher education provider of accredited qualifications in the creative industries: audio engineering and sound production, animation and games, design, film and television production, entertainment business management, and music (songwriting, performance, and production). We have three campuses (Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney) with up to 2000 students.
Our mission is to advance knowledge and educate students in creative industry technology and related areas of scholarship, enabling them to reach their full personal and career potential. JMC provides its students with a higher education that combines rigorous academic study and the opportunity to develop their professional practice with the support and intellectual stimulation of a diverse campus community. JMC seeks to develop in each member of the JMC community the ability and passion to work wisely, creatively, and effectively.
About the Head of Department in Audio Engineering & Sound Production
As Head of Department you are responsible for academic leadership, student retention, curriculum development and quality delivery of the Bachelor of Creative Technology (Audio Engineering & Sound Production) and nested Diploma. Most importantly, you will be inspired by working with JMC Academy students and seeing them achieve.
Duties include:
· Providing academic leadership to academic staff in the Audio Engineering & Sound Production department
· Maintaining a high level of academic integrity amongst your staff and students
· Effectively and efficiently managing the delivery of the Audio Engineering & Sound Production programs
· Seeking and obtaining opportunities for students to develop their industry networks, including internships and/or volunteering
· Working with your Head of Department peers on the Melbourne campus to increase opportunities for Audio Engineering & Sound Production students to work on multi-disciplinary projects, as required of the curriculum and as extra-curricular activities
· Collaborating with your Head of Department peers on the Brisbane and Sydney campuses to review curriculum, moderate assessments, and introduce teaching and learning and/or technological innovations into the programs
· Continuously improving the quality of delivery of the Audio Engineering & Sound Production programs, including
- Monitoring student satisfaction with their learning experiences
- Recruiting, mentoring and supervising academic staff
- Consulting and collaborating with your peers in Melbourne, and your colleagues in Brisbane and Sydney to make positive changes as required
· Leading by example to promote the benefit of scholarship to learning and teaching practice at JMC
- Maintain currency of professional expertise
- Participate in professional development opportunities made available to you by JMC
· Administrative duties as necessary to ensure sound conduct of the business of your department
· Representing JMC Academy positively in all your dealings
Reporting
You report to your Campus Director on day-to-day operational matters, and to the Dean (based in Sydney) on academic matters.
Key selection criteria
Qualifications:
· Master’s Degree or higher in Audio or Sound Production, or closely related field of study
Skills and experience:
· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Audio Engineering & Sound Production
· High level knowledge of and experience in a specific field related to Audio Engineering & Sound Production
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Working as an academic in a tertiary environment (lecturer, curriculum development)
· Ability to work in a close knit team environment
· Well organised with excellent time management skills, and able to work with minimal supervision
Attributes:
You will be productive, constructive, creative and a critical thinker, embracing of ambiguity and change, always seeking the best experiences for your students and your staff.
Applications are invited from individuals who meet or closely approach the above selection criteria. JMC Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
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Please apply by including a CV, a brief cover letter with your responses to the key selection criteria. For enquiries, please email Mark Kennedy (Campus Director) mkennedy@jmc.edu.au
If asked to attend an interview, you will be given ample time to discuss in more detail your suitability for this role, and to provide your references. You will be required to undergo a police check and a working with children check should your application proceed.
