At Collarts, students come first. We are proud to welcome a diverse range of learners to our VET and HE courses, and see difference as powerful. Our small classes and boutique campuses mean students are seen, known and cared for. In conjunction, we are committed to being the employer of choice, particularly for creative industry academics.

We have an exciting opportunity available for an extensively experienced teaching professional to fill the new role of Program Leader in the Journalism and Public Relations discipline, joining our Wellington Street Campus team. Help us launch our new Bachelor of Journalism and New Media, and our Bachelor of Public Relations courses!

The role:

The Program Leader is required to lead our Diploma of Journalism course (Check here for info: https://www.collarts.edu.au/entertainment-journalism/?type=diploma) plus lead, and help to launch, our new Bachelor of Journalism and New Media, and our Bachelor of Public Relations - with the common thread being 'finding and telling stories'. Hence why this is a new role!

The students of your courses learn the fundamental skills such as news, feature and review writing, social media, video and digital journalism and media law. They leave with a well-rounded understanding of the media landscape in Australia and beyond, and the confidence to shape the future of journalism and PR.

The Program Leader, reporting to the Campus Academic Lead, provides academic leadership including management of staff and student pastoral care. The Program Leader is required to develop and maintain curriculum and assessment, ensure industry currency, maintain and build industry relationships/partnerships and comply with internal and external policy and procedure.

This position is based at the Wellington St campus in Collingwood with a requirement to be present and visible at the other campuses on a regular basis. This role is predominately a campus-based role, with possible WFH opportunities.

Key Outcomes:

Efficient and effective course leadership duties (planning, monitoring, staffing, online development, continuous improvement)

Actively engage in scholarly work and/or research output

Maintain, and contribute to, high quality teaching

Actively strive for positive feedback through staff and student surveys

Strive for and achieve low attrition rates (staff and students)

Efficient and timely completion of general administrative tasks

We are looking for someone who has:

Teaching experience in Journalism and PR and a great network of industry contacts

Expert knowledge in Journalism at a higher education level, including record of scholarship within the discipline and of teaching

Superior interpersonal and communication skills

Possess demonstrable experience in online teaching and learning

Showcase outstanding leadership of skill, expertise, and success in a creative field, substantiated through positive reputation, public profile and/or industry review

Hold an AQF qualification at least one level higher than the highest level of the program (i.e. AQF8 minimum for Bachelor courses)

High level interpersonal and written communication skills

Analysis and problem solving skills

Active and engaging teacher and educator

Ability to multi-task and maintain composure while juggling competing demands

Sound level of numeracy and literacy and ability to perform moderate administrative tasks aligned the role requirements

Ability to build personnel capability and train and mentor staff

Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with academic and professional teams to ensure efficiency

Passion for enhancing the student experience and supporting student success

It's a bonus if you have:

Publication record (may include artistic works)

Relevant experience in the relevant field and related industries

Experience using Canvas Learning Management Systems

Experience using Salesforce (student records system)

A network of contemporary industry contacts

Hold at least a Masters degree qualification in a related field

Advertising closes: 5pm AEST Friday 1 August 2025

As shortlisting will commence immediately, we reserve the right to close this recruitment earlier than the stated closing date. You must have the legal right to live and work in Australia to apply for this role plus obtain a working with children check. If you have any questions please contact Tim Moss, Dean/Chief Academic Officer [email protected]. For a copy of the position description and perks of working at Collarts click here: https://www.collarts.edu.au/about-us/careers-at-collarts/

About us:

Collarts (and its predecessor Ausmusic) began more than 30 years ago with three programs, a handful of students and a small team of dedicated lecturers. Our foundation disciplines were music and audio – a proudly rock and roll start to life.

Operating as Collarts from 2010, today we teach more than 2,000 students from over 30 countries in 4 campuses and 50 high schools. We offer 24 degree programs, 5 vocational certificates and we’re ranked #1 for QILT student engagement for creative industry providers in Australia. We welcome international students from more than 30 countries and host exchange students from China, Germany, France and the USA.

We have some of the brightest minds in industry across all disciplines: ARIA award winners, renowned playwrights, actors and comedians, leading film and screen directors, DOLBY Atmos practitioners, recognised music producers and sound engineers, design and animation award winners, and some of the most experienced and respected event and entertainment academics in Australia.

In 2024 we launched a new Strategic Plan, Creativity on Purpose, with goals focused on reach, engagement, sustainability and quality. The plan represents an inflection point for Collarts, as we find new audiences, launch new online and postgraduate products and work towards University College status. It’s the perfect time to join the team: welcome to Australia’s best creative education community.

At Collarts we are committed to a workplace that celebrates the rich heritage and contributions of our First Nations peoples. We encourage and welcome applications from our First Nations individuals, recognising the unique skills, perspectives, and knowledge they bring to our team. Join us on our journey toward a more inclusive future!