Job Description

Vacancy ID


12005


College/Exec Group


Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon Colleges


Location


CCW - Merton Hall Road, London UK


Salary


61.88 (enhanced teaching and associated duties rate), 27.51 (basic rate)


Contract


Fixed Term


Hours


12 hours in total


Apply by


30 September 2025, 11:55 pm



The opportunity
The successful candidate will deliver lectures and talks that support students in navigating their entry into the acting profession.
Sessions will focus on acting as a business, maintaining and updating professional portfolios, understanding the current casting landscape, approaching and working with agents, and identifying productive activities when not in employment.
The candidate will also provide guidance on funding opportunities, industry-specific resources, and strategies for sustaining an income, offering students a clear framework of support as they transition into the sector.
Your profile
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Strong professional network with agents, casting directors, and industry professionals.
- Up-to-date knowledge of current casting processes, self-taping, and audition practice.
- Expertise in preparing students for showcases, professional auditions, and industry entry.
- Ability to mentor students on career pathways, professional conduct, and resilience in the sector.
- Insight into contracts, unions, and the business side of acting (agents, spotlight, networking).
- Experience supporting transitions from training to professional work across theatre, TV, film, and emerging media.
Please consider these points when writing your supporting statement for your application.
For any questions that are not covered within the information provided, please email Adele Morris - a.morris@arts.ac.uk
We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.
As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.
Application process
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.
We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours' notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.
Candidates are advised to submit applications early.