Lecturer in Cinematography

Job Description

About the Role

The Department of Media Arts at Royal Holloway, University of London is seeking to appoint a part-time Lecturer in Cinematography to teach on the BA Film, Television and Digital Production degree. This is a fixed-term, one-year role at 0.5 FTE, based on our Egham campus.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a diverse, creative team that combines academic expertise with professional practice. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and curriculum development, supporting students to become the next generation of visual storytellers.

Key Responsibilities

Teach cinematography and camera-based modules on the BA Film, Television and Digital Production programme.

Contribute to the design and delivery of course content.

Provide academic and practical support to students from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Share expertise in digital and/or analogue camera and lighting technologies.

Where relevant, bring additional skills in areas such as live streaming, web content, virtual production, colour grading, or editing.

Maintain an industry profile and professional practice through the Professional Practice academic pathway.

Draw on professional networks to support student employability and enhance industry links.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Professional experience as a cinematographer (features, shorts, or promotional projects).

Knowledge of a range of camera and lighting systems.

Desirable: Experience with live streaming, web production, virtual production, or post-production tools.

Ideally, experience teaching cinematography in higher education (training will be provided if needed).

Strong communication, organizational, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to inspire and engage students and work collaboratively with colleagues.

What We Offer

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Excellent pension scheme with strong employer contribution.

Training and development opportunities.

Staff benefits including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans, eye care support, and free on-campus parking.

The successful candidate will ideally start in September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

How to Apply

Please quote the job reference 0925-208 when applying.

Additional Information

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The University cannot provide visa sponsorship for this post.

This role is not eligible for hybrid working and will be based on campus.

Royal Holloway is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to support staff through diversity networks and inclusive initiatives.

Join Royal Holloway’s Media Arts department and help shape the future of film and television production education.