Lead Practitioner (Screen And Audio)

A world-class drama school and educational charity, LAMDA – the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art – delivers exceptional vocational training in the performing arts. LAMDA’s core aim is to train and develop the best artists regardless of social or financial background. The Academy is at an exciting time in its evolution, paving the way for drama school training in the 21st century and developing multi-skilled creative artists and technicians. In order to ensure that its work is accessible to all, LAMDA is passionately committed to widening participation and operates a robust scholarship scheme, awarding significant support to one in five full-time students each year.

The Role

We are seeking a focused, enthusiastic and driven Lead Practitioner (Screen and Audio).

You will inspire, teach and support the next generation of actors and creatives. Reporting to the Joint Heads of Screen, Audio, Digital Performance and Innovation, you will lead the implementation and staffing of the existing Screen and Audio curriculum and discipline skills classes, assist in ensuring that practice keeps pace with current industry practice technically, and providing advice on course matters, teaching and learning development particular to the discipline.

Furthermore, you will be highly organised, have the ability to communicate complex knowledge clearly, both orally and in writing, and give classes to the students, as well as support them in their delivery of practical film unit roles. You will have extensive knowledge of the Film/TV and Audio Industries, a clear understanding of Drama Production Management and a willingness to learn technical procedures.

In this role, you will work 37 hours per week (9.15 am – 5.30 pm), Monday to Friday, with the flexibility to work outside these hours to attend events and productions as necessary.

Application Process

For a full job description, please visit: https://www.lamda.ac.uk/about-us/work-us.

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format.

To apply, please provide:

• A covering letter to tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you
• Tell us what experience, knowledge and skills you have that meet the person specification outlined in the job description; include any practical examples that you may have
• CV
• Completed Equality and Diversity monitoring form

To be considered for this role, please send the above information by e-mail to the HR Department at recruitment@lamda.ac.uk.

Closing date: 8.00 pm on Sunday 30 June 2024
Interviews will be held w/c 8 July 2024.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential values at LAMDA, and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the benefits that a diverse workforce can bring to the Academy. We welcome applications from the Global majority, those with disabilities and from other under-represented groups. We are happy to provide recruitment information in accessible formats and a provision to accept applications in alternative formats.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

LAMDA is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and adults who use our services and expects all employees and contractors to share this commitment. All LAMDA posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including background checks and the disclosure of criminal records where applicable. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all of our activities and services.

LAMDA Limited, 155 Talgarth Road, London W14 9DA, United Kingdom.
Registered in England No: 364456. Registered Office: as address.
Registered Charity No: 312821.