Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in-demand industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.

The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue-chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.

Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000-square-foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting-edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.

*QS World University Rankings 2024
**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021

The School of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Health (SHSSH) at the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for a full-time position to join our growing team as a Media Studio Technician & Instructor, to work in our state of the art media studio and teach tutorial/lab sections to our undergraduate students.

UOWD has two media programs – an Undergraduate – Bachelor of Communication and Media (BCM) and a Postgraduate – Master of Media Design (MMD).

The Bachelor of Communications & Media is a relatively new and dynamic program with four specializations:

1. Digital & Social Media

2. Visual Communication Design

3. Screen Media Production

4. Marketing Communication & Advertising

The focus of the BCM program is process-based, project work, collaborative team work and preparing students for careers in the media industry

The MMD program has recently undergone significant restructuring in terms of content and focus in order to address the needs of students and professionals facing an ever-changing industry and innovative emerging media practices. These programs follow the approach of teacher as facilitator, rather than teacher as lecturer. Courses are designed and taught as a collaborative experience between facilitator and student. This process-based, facilitator approach to teaching and learning is expected from all faculty members.

Both programs are fully accredited by the Ministry of Education in U.A.E. and in Australia. We have a good relationship with the home campus and are now finding opportunities to collaborate globally with Australia and two other campuses. In addition, we have recently moved to a brand-new campus with the latest technology and classroom design for student centered learning. This position is a key hire and the candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and ongoing growth of both BCM and MMD programs.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Media Studio Technician & Instructor to join the Media Department at the University of Wollongong in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a passion for Media, creating Media projects, working with students and a strong understanding of the latest equipment and software in the field of media production. This role has a specific, full time studio requirement, as well as a teaching requirement of 3-4 tutorial/lab sections per trimester.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining the media studio, including all equipment, and the scheduling/appointment system for student projects

• Teach 3-4 (6-8 hours) tutorials/lab sections per trimester in discipline relevant subjects

• Conduct workshops on equipment use, studio use, and software use each trimester

• Support student work & projects

• Support department projects (creating media/content)

• Operating and maintaining Media Studio for student and faculty work and projects

• General maintenance and upkeep of studio computers (Apple computers)

Requirements:

• Proficient in using industry standard media equipment, including black magic cameras, DSLR cameras, audio equipment, lighting, etc.

• Commitment to student-centered teaching and an approach of teacher as facilitator

• Experience teaching in Studio/lab setting

• Strong knowledge and experience with end to end video/audio production

• Experience in podcasting and audio editing

• Fluency in using Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.) and Davinci Resolve

• Excellent problem-solving and technical skills

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

• Extremely organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with students and colleagues

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Film, Digital Media, Media Arts, Media & Communication, or related field.

• Three Years’ experience working in media production and/or media studio settings

• Two years teaching experience in a studio/lab setting

• A portfolio of work demonstrating industry experience in video production, audio production and other media related work and production

Applicants please provide the following. Application that are not complete will not be reviewed.

• Cover Letter – include a description of Studio, Teaching, and relevant Research Experience

• Curriculum Vitae

• Names and contact information of at least three references from previous employers, supervisors, or professional clients. Please do not send contact details of friends or co-workers.

• Portfolio of production work– Provide a link to an online portfolio specifically curated for the search committee.

The successful candidate will enjoy interaction with a professional dynamic team of highly respected educators from 35 different countries and exposure to students from over 120 nationalities.

The University offers an expatriate package which is an attractive tax-free salary. The expatriate package includes five weeks of paid leave per year, private medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents and education allowance for dependents. The University is located in Knowledge Village, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as a Library that meets international standards.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.